Hello Goodbye Dog

Written by Maria Gianferrari · Illustrated by Patrice Barton

A determined dog escapes to reunite with her girl at school.

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40 pages· 518 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud· AD460L

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Bookroo's summary

Moose, the devoted dog, can't bear to be apart from Zara when she goes to school. Despite the rules, Moose's love drives her to escape repeatedly, seeking Zara's side. As Moose's antics escalate, the challenge becomes finding a way for them to stay together. With a clever plan and some training, can Zara and Moose finally share their days without breaking the rules? Discover how this inseparable duo overcomes obstacles to be together.

From the publisher

For Zara’s dog, Moose, nothing is more important than being with her favorite girl. So when Zara has to go to school, WHOOSH, Moose escapes and rushes to her side.

Hello, Moose!

Unfortunately, dogs aren’t allowed at school and Moose has to go back home.

Goodbye, Moose.

But Moose can’t be held back for long. Through a series of escalating escapes, this loyal dog always finds her way back to Zara, and with a little bit of training and one great idea, the two friends find a way to be together all day long.

At a glance

Format: Hardcover
Pages: 40
Words: 518
Reading age: 4–8
Audience: Picture
Lexile: AD460L

Themes & topics

Books about dogs Books about disabilities Books about school Books about animals Books about social themes

What readers & critics say

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“Patrice Barton's absolutely charming illustrations bring this story of a little girl and her dog who absolutely cannot stand to be separated from her to life in a way that complements the sweetness of the story while also allowing the humor of a dog on the loose to shine through.”

Marmee

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