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When a playful pillow‑fight over sleeping with their family dog erupts, the siblings discover that their tussle has far‑reaching consequences. What starts as a simple sibling quarrel transforms into an uproar that affects friends, classmates, and even people around the globe. Through rhyming narration, the story blends comedy, brother‑sister dynamics, and the warmth of a beloved dog, guiding young readers through the ups and downs of family life and friendship.
First publish date: 1997
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Matt Novak
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