If You Give a Dog a Donut
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2011 · Est. 2 min read-aloud

If You Give a Dog a Donut

Written by Laura Numeroff · Illustrated by Felicia Bond

Book #14 in the If You Give... series

A donut leads a dog on a wild backyard adventure. What happens next?

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32 pages· 199 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud· AD490L
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Bookroo's summary

A simple donut sets off a chain reaction for a playful dog, leading him on an unexpected backyard adventure. With each request, the dog's journey spirals into delightful chaos. What will he ask for next, and where will it take him? This rhythmic tale promises giggles and surprises, perfect for young readers eager to see where the dog's whims will lead. Discover the joy and unpredictability of a day in the life of a dog with a donut.

From the publisher

If you give a dog a donut, he’ll ask for some apple juice to go with it. When you give him the juice, he’ll drink it all up. Then, before you can say “woof” . . . Dog is off on a backyard adventure!Written in the tradition of the bestselling If You Give a Mouse a Cookie, Laura Numeroff and Felicia Bond’s If You Give a Dog a Donut is another winner.The If You Give… series is a perennial favorite among children. With its spare, rhythmic text and circular tale, these books are perfect for beginning readers and story time. Sure to inspire giggles and requests to “read it again!”Other favorites in Laura Numeroff and Felicia Bond’s bestselling series include: If You Give a Cat a CupcakeIf You Give a Moose a MuffinIf You Give a Mouse a CookieIf You Give a Pig a PancakeIf You Give a Pig a Party

At a glance
Format
Pages
32
Words
199
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
AD490L
What readers & critics say

Reviews

4.8

Following her winning pattern for animals keeping their children busy, Laura Numeroff adds another fun book to the shelf. If you like dogs, donuts, or baseball you will enjoy reading this delightful book to your little ones.

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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
2.1
F&P level
~M
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
147099
Publication
Published
October 4, 2011
Publisher
HarperCollins
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780060266837

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