Hazel the Handful
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2025

Hazel the Handful

Written by Jamie Michalak · Illustrated by Matt Myers

A pampered pooch faces a new rival: a baby. Can love make room for both?

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40 pages· ~440L
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Hazel, a pampered pup, rules her world with her girl, Bea. But when a new baby arrives, Hazel's spotlight dims. Feeling neglected, she hides, prompting a frantic family search. Will Hazel discover there's enough love for everyone, even with a messy new sibling? Join this heartwarming tale of change, love, and unexpected crumbs.

From the publisher

What happens when a new baby moves in–and the doted-on “older sibling” is a pampered pooch? People stop to say, “Oh, what a cutie patootie baby!” What? Is it not clear? I am the patootie. Follow the adorable puppy Hazel through a typical day at home, where she rules the roost. Check out the dozens of toys, the nifty stroller, the comfy places to take her (many) naps, the various tasty snacks, and most of all, lots of quality time with her girl, Bea. Together, Hazel and Bea are sensational. Until the baby arrives, that is, and everything changes. Now Hazel isn’t always the center of attention–even Nana barely has time for a cuddle. Things have gone too far! But when Hazel runs off to hide, the family is desperate to find her, and Hazel is reminded just how much she is loved. In this endearing comedy for dog lovers and expanding families from a stellar creative team, there’s room for everyone in the hug circle–and messy new arrivals who drop enticing crumbs turn out to be not so bad after all.

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
40
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
~440L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~3
F&P level
~L
Publication
Published
April 1, 2025
Publisher
Candlewick
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781536231199

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