Book description
A sweet and funny collection of poems by Patricia MacLachlan, the author of the Newbery Medalāwinning Sarah, Plain and Tall.
It's a dog's life!
Every dog has a tail to wag . . . and a tale to tell. Patricia MacLachlan and Emily MacLachlan Charest asked a collection of caninesā¦
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Why read it?
1 author picked Once I Ate a Pie as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
This is ādog confidentialā presented in charming free verse. Just like people, all dogs are different. We find this out from fourteen assorted pooches. These appealing canines, depicted in soulful, richly oil-painted illustrations, confide to the reader about their likes, dislikes, and proclivities.Ā Among this revealing group are a barker, a pie-eater (I can identify with that), a cuddler, a people herder, a shy shrinking violet, a sleeperāand a party animal. I know all my dogs have had different personalities, and this charming book sends that message in a most unique and appealing way. Itās a good reminder for usā¦
From Marty's list on dogs, poetry, and dogs in poetry.
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