Books like Move Over, Rover! by Karen Beaumont
Rover, a friendly dog, anxiously prepares for a storm, expecting his doghouse to be his sole sanctuary. When the rain starts, a parade of animals—including a skunk—sneaks in, looking for warmth. One by one, a soggy menagerie of creatures bursts into the doghouse, turning Rover’s safe space into an unexpected, chaotic gathering. The story ends with the surprising twist that the skunk’s presence turns the crowded doghouse into a surprisingly lighthearted adventure.
First publish date: 2010
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Karen Beaumont
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