If We Were Dogs
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2025 · Est. 2 min read-aloud

If We Were Dogs

Written by Sophie Blackall

Two friends explore friendship through imaginative play as they pretend to be dogs.

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40 pages· 252 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud· ~170L
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Bookroo's summary

In a delightful game of pretend, two friends imagine themselves as dogs, exploring the ups and downs of friendship. As they bark, growl, and even quack, they learn to embrace each other's ideas and differences. Will their playful journey strengthen their bond, or will their imaginations lead them astray? Discover how creativity and companionship intertwine in this heartwarming tale of friendship and fun.

From the publisher

NATIONAL BESTSELLER! Two-time Caldecott Medalist Sophie Blackall’s follow-up to her bestselling If I Was a Horse explores the challenges of first friendships through imaginative play. If we were dogs, what kind would we be? I’d be a big dog! And you’d be little dog. Woof! Join two friends as they bark and growl, woof and howl - and maybe even quack - in a romp that makes room for everybody’s ideas. Sophie Blackall unleashes a marvelous game of pretend that explores navigating friendship and celebrates boundless imagination in this wonderful companion for her national bestseller If I Was a Horse.

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
40
Words
252
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
~170L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
1.6
F&P level
~F
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
557055
Publication
Published
September 16, 2025
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780316581721

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