Howler - Hardcover

Rosen, Michael

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1582348510 ISBN 13: 9781582348513

Publisher: Bloomsbury USA Childrens, 2004

Synopsis

A extraordinary follow-up to the popular Rover, this hilarious adventure features one puzzled dog trying to make sense of the strange human world that he lives in-especially when a small human arrives on the scene! The new baby, dubbed "Howler" by the dog, diverts everyone's attention-so no one notices the poor pooch. Only by fathering puppies of his own is he able to bring the family together again. A fantastic story about sibling rivalry and the arrival of a new baby-from the dog's point of view.

About this title

About the Authors

Michael Rosen is a hugely bestselling author of picture books and poetry. Michael frequently appears on radio and gives talks and lectures on children's literature. Michael was the Children's Laureate for 2007-2009 and the winner of the Eleanor Farjeon Award. He lives in London.

Neal Layton was born in Chichester, England. He is the illustrator of many wonderful books for children, including Smile If You're Human, by Michael Rosen, about which Booklist said: "Layton's zany cartoon illustrations set this tale apart from the average picture book."

Reviews

PreSchool-Grade 2–The canine narrator of Rover(Doubleday, 1999) is back in another hilarious adventure. His human family is exhibiting some strange and puzzling behavior. First, Cindy starts getting bigger, not upward, but outward. Then Rex brings home a new "basket" that the narrator naturally assumes is his, and he can't understand why the humans always bark at him when he tries to climb into it. Then they drive off in a hurry, leaving Rover at the neighbor's house. When they return, they have a new baby with them, who howls all the time and demands their complete attention. What's a dog to do to get noticed? Barking, tail wagging, and fetching a ball don't work, and it is not until the narrator makes a plan and fathers his own litter with Ruff-ruff, who lives next door, that his family shows any interest. The universal tale of sibling rivalry is given a fresh, comical twist from the perspective of a good-natured, but baffled pet. The brightly colored illustrations, done messily and with a lot of energy, are reminiscent of children's drawings and offer many amusing details. The pup's dry sense of humor is the perfect counterpoint for the goofy, exuberant art. Great for sharing one-on-one, or in storytimes with new-baby or pet themes.–Wendy Woodfill, Hennepin County Library, Minnetonka, MN
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Edition details

• Publisher: Bloomsbury USA Childrens
• Publication date: 2004
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1582348510
• ISBN 13: 9781582348513
• Binding: Hardcover
• Illustrator: Layton Neal
• Number of pages: 32