Dogku

Wandering through the neighborhood in the early-morning hours, a stray pooch follows his nose to a back-porch door. After a bath and some table scraps from Mom, the dog meets three lovable kids. It’s all wags and wiggles until Dad has to decide if this stray pup can become the new family pet. Has Mooch finally found a home? Told entirely in haiku by master storyteller Andrew Clements, this delightful book is a clever fusion of poetry and puppy dog. 

Dogku is a tale full of joy and laughter that focuses on a stray dog, Mooch, who finds a new home. Like any puppy, Mooch loves playing with kids, but when he gets lonely, he causes mischief by rolling around in the laundry basket and trash and finally taking a nap. Clements tells Mooch’s story using haikus, which adds to the book’s joyful tone.  

Young readers will fall in love with Mooch and his family—a traditional family with three kids. The illustrations use primary colors that focus on the adorable dog and the family’s facial expressions. Each page has a large illustration that will pull at your heartstrings. While some two-page spreads have two haikus, most of them only have one, which makes the book a quick read. 

Dogku is the perfect book for anyone who loves dogs. The story highlights the fun of having a pet. But be warned—if you do not currently have a pet, your children will be clambering for one after reading Dogku.  

Sexual Content  

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Violence  

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Drugs and Alcohol  

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Language  

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Supernatural 

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