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The Poky Little Puppy
Children's fiction
The Poky Little Puppy
23 pages · First published 1942
One curious puppy lags behind his brothers and sisters as they explore outside their home, repeatedly stopping to investigate things that seem more interesting than keeping up. His poky habits lead him into mild trouble but also to discoveries the more obedient puppies miss. Repetition and anticipation give the simple story much of its appeal for very young listeners. Janette Sebring Lowrey’s Little Golden Book, illustrated by Gustaf Tenggren, is a durable picture-book tale about curiosity, consequences, and the puppy who is always last but never boring.
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Puppies repeatedly disobey by digging under a fence; consequence of missing dessert; no mature content.
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