Such a Good Boy
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Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2020

Such a Good Boy

By Marianna Coppo

A dog questions the pressure to be perfect. Can he embrace his true self?

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48 pages
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Buzz the dog is the epitome of a 'good boy,' living a seemingly perfect life with well-behaved friends. But beneath his polished exterior, Buzz grapples with the pressure to maintain his flawless image. As he navigates the tension between being good and being true to himself, Buzz's journey invites young readers to explore themes of self-expression and acceptance. Will Buzz dare to break free and discover the joy of being himself? This charming tale, filled with delightful illustrations, is perfect for children who understand the struggle of always being 'good.'

From the publisher

The ultimate kids’ book about dogs, being good, being bad, and being yourself! From the award-winning, critically acclaimed author of Petra. Meet Buzz the dog. He’s such a good boy. Buzz seems to have a perfect life .. . and a lot of very well-behaved friends. Buzz would never dream of being anything other than good. Right, Buzz?Buzz . . . ? For anyone who has ever felt pressure to be good at the expense of their own self-expression, and for anyone who has ever owned and loved a dog, this beautifully illustrated picture book from author-illustrator Marianna Coppo will have you laughing, smiling, and longing for your own unfettered frolic in the park. - With charming art and a positive message, this is an ideal read-aloud book for parents and children to share.- For dog lovers, pet lovers, and any kid who knows how hard it is to be good all the time- Marianna Coppo’s first book, Petra, was a Good Reads Choice Awards Picture Book Finalist and received starred reviews from Publisher’s Weekly and Kirkus. For dog-loving children and fans of such picture books as Gaston, Harry the Dirty Dog, Antoinette, and Naughty Mabel. For any child who struggles to be good and understands the fun (and frustration) of being bad. - Picture books for kids ages 5-8- Dog books for kids- Books about acceptance, self-confidence, and being yourself Marianna Coppo is an author-illustrator who studied editorial illustration at MiMaster in Milan, Italy. Her first book in the United States, Petra, was published to critical acclaim. She lives in Rome.

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Format
Hardcover
Pages
48
Reading age
4–7
Audience
Picture
Themes & topics
Books about dogsBooks about feelings and emotionsBooks about petsBooks about boredomBooks about social themes
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Published
February 11, 2020
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Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781452177748

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