Dog Days of School

Charlie thinks his dog, Norman, has got it good: he gets to spend his days lounging on the couch or playing fetch, and he never has to do any homework. But when Charlie makes a wish to be a dog instead of a boy, things get a little topsy-turvy!

Commended for Texas 2x2 Reading List 2015
Short-listed for Colorado Children's Book Award (Picture Book) 2016

“PreS-Gr 1 Rather than face the grind of practicing his letters, drawing pictures, and trying to explain himself to his teacher, young Charlie wishes he could trade places with his carefree dog, Norman, on Sunday night. When his mother comes to wake him for school on Monday morning, it seems that his wish has come true. Hilarity ensues as Norman tries out the boy's activities throughout the week...with mixed results. He does fine with playing house, and kickball, and maracas, but the teacher scolds him "for chewing his pencil, and the table, and her shoes." Meanwhile, Charlie stares out the window watching leaves fall, drinks from the toilet bowl, and has to endure a trip to the groomer. At week's end, and relegated to the backyard, Charlie wishes to be a boy once again. This clever text explores the "grass is always greener" notion with a deadpan delivery and Biggs's delightful, boldly outlined cartoon art extends the humor and brings down the (dog) house. The perfect choice for any reluctant scholars. Luann Toth, School Library Journal SLJ"”

Praise for Dog Days of School: NYC Reads 365Texas 2X2 Reading List

Kelly DiPucchio has written several children's books including The Sandwich Swap, with Queen Rania Al Abdullah, illustrated by Tricia Tusa; New York Times best-selling Grace for President, illustrated by LeUyen Pham; and Crafty Chloe, illustrated by Heather Ross. A graduate of Michigan State University, Kelly lives in southern Michigan with her husband and three children.

Charlie thinks his dog, Norman, has got it good: he gets to spend his days lounging on the couch or playing fetch, and he never has to do any homework. But when Charlie makes a wish to be a dog instead of a boy, things get a little topsy-turvy! New York Times best-selling author Kelly DiPucchio's signature humor and Brian Biggs's bold, playful illustrations come together in a hilarious tale that proves that the grass always does look greener on the other side (even if that side involves drinking from the toilet!).

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