Tippy Lemmey

Written by Patricia C. McKissack · Illustrated by Susan Keeter

A relentless dog terrorizes kids until an unexpected twist changes everything.

3.6 Goodreads · 195 ratings

64 pages· 5,498 words· Est. 46 min read· 610L

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Leandra, Paul, and Jeannie are tormented by Tippy Lemmey, a dog with a reputation for chaos. Every bike ride turns into a chase, every street crossing a pursuit. Desperate to escape their furry nemesis, the trio devises plans that fail spectacularly. But when Tippy finds himself in a predicament, the kids face a choice: help their enemy or let him fend for himself. As they confront this dilemma, they discover that Tippy might not be the monster they imagined. Can an unexpected act of kindness transform fear into friendship?

From the publisher

A New Dog in Town Tippy Lemmey is no ordinary dog. Not only is he the only dog Leandra, Paul, and Jeannie have ever met with a first and a last name, he’s a living, breathing monster! When they ride their bikes, he chases them, snapping at their heels. When they run, he runs. If they cross the street, he follows. There’s no getting away from him – over him or under him. He’s their number one enemy. Leandra, Paul, and Jeannie try to come up with a plan to stop Tippy Lemmey, but nothing works. But then Tippy does something totally unexpected, and the kids realize that maybe he’s not their enemy after all.

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