Synopsis
The Duke and his dog, Tricky, spend their days making trouble. They cheat, steal, and play cruel-hearted pranks on their neighbors, just for fun. But one day, somebody new comes to town and gives Tricky a treat that melts his mischievous heart ― and sets him thinking about the effect his actions have on others.
Inspired to change his ways, Tricky decides to set things right the only way he knows how… with tricks! Tricky’s ploy might just lead The Duke to reconsider his ways. Stylized cartoon-inspired art adds a distinctive mood and humor to this fun debut picture book about empathy, revenge, and reform.
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About the Author
Kari Rust is a debut book author/illustrator with a background in character animation and design. Her hand-drawn, limited palette, digitally-colored images are full of warmth, style, and humor. A graduate of Emily Carr University of Art and Design, Kari lives in Vancouver, British Columbia.
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PreS-Gr 3— Duke, a man, and his dog, Tricky, work hard at playing tricks, cheating people, and generally being mean and greedy. When a new baker arrives in town, Duke and Tricky immediately steal a bunch of bread loves from her. One day, Duke steps out of the bakery to steal a newspaper and leaves Tricky alone with the baker, who pets the pup and gives him a treat. This act of kindness changes everything for the dog and he begins to wonder about the way he and Duke behave. When Duke destroys a beautiful cake that the baker has made, Tricky realizes that what he and Duke are doing is wrong. But of course, he can't really tell the man about his change of heart so he expresses himself in the only way he knows how: he plays tricks on his former partner. Duke is not happy to have been tricked. When he discovers that Tricky is responsible, he throws him out of the house. Left to his own devices, Tricky goes back to the bakery and follows the baker home, where he stays. Duke realizes that pulling pranks no longer has the same appeal when he's doing it alone. If an old dog can learn some new tricks, perhaps there's hope for Duke as well. Rust's art is attractive with the characters' faces being especially expressive. Colorful illustrations that expand and contract add to the power of the story. The writing and art complement each other beautifully with the straightforward text giving the story extra verve. The opportunities for discussions about kindness, second chances, and choices are legion. VERDICT This powerful story about kindness versus unkindness is a must-have for all libraries.— Heidi Grange, Summit Elementary School, Smithfield, UT
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Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. The Duke and his dog, Tricky, spend their days making trouble. They cheat, steal, and play cruel-hearted pranks on their neighbors, just for fun. But one day, somebody new comes to town and gives Tricky a treat that melts his mischievous heart ? and sets him thinking about the effect his actions have on others. Inspired to change his ways, Tricky decides to set things right the only way he knows how - with tricks! Tricky's ploy might just lead The Duke to reconsider his ways. Stylized cartoon-inspired art adds a distinctive mood and humor to this fun debut picture book about empathy, revenge, and reform. AGES: 3 to 7 AUTHOR: Kari Rust is a debut book author/illustrator with a background in character animation and design. Her hand-drawn, limited palette, digitally-colored images are full of warmth, style, and humor. A graduate of Emily Carr University of Art and Design, Kari lives in Vancouver, British Columbia. SELLING POINTS: . The story of an accomplice changing his ways and outsmarting the bad guy . Unique retro-style, cartoon-inspired art creates a memorable mood and setting . Discussion starter for character- building and empathy education The Duke and his dog, Tricky, cheat, steal, and play cruel-hearted pranks on their neighbors, just for fun. But one day, after somebody gives Tricky a treat that melts his mischievous heart, it sets him thinking about the effects his actions have on others. Full color. 10 x 8. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9781771472524
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Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. The Duke and his dog, Tricky, spend their days making trouble. They cheat, steal, and play cruel-hearted pranks on their neighbors, just for fun. But one day, somebody new comes to town and gives Tricky a treat that melts his mischievous heart ? and sets him thinking about the effect his actions have on others. Inspired to change his ways, Tricky decides to set things right the only way he knows how - with tricks! Tricky's ploy might just lead The Duke to reconsider his ways. Stylized cartoon-inspired art adds a distinctive mood and humor to this fun debut picture book about empathy, revenge, and reform. AGES: 3 to 7 AUTHOR: Kari Rust is a debut book author/illustrator with a background in character animation and design. Her hand-drawn, limited palette, digitally-colored images are full of warmth, style, and humor. A graduate of Emily Carr University of Art and Design, Kari lives in Vancouver, British Columbia. SELLING POINTS: . The story of an accomplice changing his ways and outsmarting the bad guy . Unique retro-style, cartoon-inspired art creates a memorable mood and setting . Discussion starter for character- building and empathy education The Duke and his dog, Tricky, cheat, steal, and play cruel-hearted pranks on their neighbors, just for fun. But one day, after somebody gives Tricky a treat that melts his mischievous heart, it sets him thinking about the effects his actions have on others. Full color. 10 x 8. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9781771472524
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