FICTION

Pet Dad

by Elanna ALLEN
illus. by Elanna Allen. 32p. Dial. May 2018. Tr $16.99. ISBN 9780525428268.
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PreS-Gr 1—Plum is a little girl who desperately wants a pet despite her father's adamant refusal. She has no choice but to get a pet dad. She rubs his tummy, scratches behind his ears, and even names him Schnitzel. But Schnitzel (aka Dad) doesn't always roll over when she says to or fetch when she throws the ball. Plum quickly discovers it isn't easy caring for a pet grown-up. He barks, "Heck No," when she tells him to sit. Allen's pencil-and-ink drawings are detailed but leave plenty of white space that gives the book a fresh, breezy feel. The bright color of a few key objects like Plum's sweatshirt and Dad's tie stand out against a faded background of greenish grays.
VERDICT A funny and irreverent take on books about pets and not being allowed to have one that is sure to be popular in general collections. Plum and her pet will be a storytime hit at Father's Day and all year round.
Reviewed by Hillary Perelyubskiy, Los Angeles Public Library , May 01, 2018

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