Dalmartian

Written and illustrated by Lucy Ruth Cummins

A boy and an alien dog must find common ground to forge an unlikely friendship.

3.9 Goodreads · 524 ratings

48 pages· 510 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud· ~630L

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Bookroo's summary

When a peculiar dog from outer space lands in Stephen's yard, their initial encounters are anything but smooth. They clash over food, sleeping spots, and even bathroom habits. Yet, amidst the chaos, a shared love for bacon might just be the key to bridging their worlds. Can Stephen and his extraterrestrial canine companion overcome their differences and discover the true meaning of friendship? Dive into this whimsical tale of intergalactic bonds and unexpected harmony.

From the publisher

From the bestselling creator of Stumpkin and Vampenguin comes a whimsical picture book about the unexpected friendship that blooms between a boy and a dog of intergalactic origins. A visitor from outer space comes to Stephen’s yard one night. It may look like a Dalmatian, but it certainly doesn’t act like one. At first, Stephen and the visitor get off on the wrong paw. They quibble over kibble, debate sleeping arrangements, and must abandon earth dogs’ approach to bathroom breaks altogether to keep the peace. Is a shared love of bacon a strong enough foundation for this ordinary earth boy and extraordinary out-of-this-world canine to learn to live in harmony?

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