Big Dog and Little Dog Getting in Trouble

Written by Dav Pilkey

Part of the Big Dog and Little Dog series

Two dogs' playful tug-of-war leads to chaos and shared blame.

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24 pages· 91 words· Est. 1 min read-aloud· 140L

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Bookroo's summary

Big Dog and Little Dog's playful tug-of-war with couch cushions spirals into chaos, leaving their home in disarray. As their owner discovers the mess, these mischievous pals must navigate the art of sharing blame. With simple text and bold illustrations, this tale of friendship and fun invites young readers to explore the joys and challenges of companionship. Will Big Dog and Little Dog learn to play nicely, or will their antics continue to cause trouble? Discover the humor and heart in this delightful story that combines learning with laughter.

From the publisher

When Big Dog and Little Dog play tug-o-war with the couch cushions, the furniture ends up ruined and their person is not pleased. Best friends have to be great at sharing–in this case, sharing the blame! With deceptively simple text, graphic illustrations, and tongue-in-cheek humor, the Captain Underpants creator Dav Pilkey brings the joys of childhood friendships to life in his tales of two lovable dog pals. This Level 1 Green Light Reader will help young children build basic reading skills, while also tickling their funny bones. Parents and kids looking for skill-building activities will find a bonus activity section at the back of the book that includes a dog libs noun and verb recognition excercise, spot-the-difference game, word scramble, and more!

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