Harry the Dirty Dog

By Gene Zion, Margaret Bloy Graham (Illustrator)

Part of the Harry the Dirty Dog series

A dog runs away from home to avoid a bath and gets into various misadventures.

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34 pages· 465 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud

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Bookroo's summary

Harry, a white dog with black spots, despises baths. After a day of mischief, he becomes so dirty that he looks like a black dog with white spots. Can he find his way back home when no one recognizes him? Join Harry on his playful adventure and discover if he can return to his true self.

From the publisher

Don’t miss Harry the Dirty Dog! This funny picture book about the strong-willed dog who really doesn’t want a bath stands the test of time.Harry is a white dog with black spots who absolutely, positively hates to take a bath. After a day of adventure, Harry gets so dirty that he no longer looks like a white dog with black spots. Now he looks like a black dog with white spots! Harry the Dirty Dog has become a classic, entertaining young readers for decades. Perfect for young fans of dogs…especially ones who also don’t always want a bath! This board book edition features sturdy pages and is just the right size for little ones.For more fun with Harry the Dirty Dog, don’t miss No Roses for Harry! and Harry and the Lady Next Door. As Children’s Books and Their Creators said about all three books: There is a droll, seemingly effortless union of art and text in the Harry stories, a delicious mastery of everyday foolishness.

At a glance

Format
Pages: 34
Words: 465
Reading age: 4–8
Audience: Picture
Lexile: AD520L

Themes & topics

Books about dogs Books about pets Books about cleaning Books about health and daily living Books about daily activities

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What readers & critics say

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“Whether or not you grew up with it, this classic is worth adding to your library now. It's simple, brief, and just the right amount of silly. The mid-century illustrations are charming, and the addition of color in the newer edition makes them even more fun and more accessible to young children. It's perfect for a child who loves dogs--or just one that loves a fun story.”

Lauren Hancock

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