'Another funny bone tickling charmer by Gene Zion and Margaret Bloy Graham that will make youngsters and their parents giggle.''- The Kirkus Reviews''Harry is sure to be loved especially by those pre-school children to whomdirt is an ever-delightful thing.'Harry was a white dog with black spots who liked everything, except getting a bath.' Taking matters into his own paws, he buries his family's scrubbing brush in the backyard and runs away from home before they can wrangle him into the tub. This childhood favourite is perfect for reading aloud before going to bed or avoiding a bath. This lovable white dog with black spots (or black dog with white spots) has charmed children for fifty years, and we are celebrating with an anniversary edition. There's never been another dog as delightful-or dirty-as Harry. As Children's Books and Their Creators said about all three books: 'There is a droll, seemingly effortless union of art and text in the Harry stories, a delicious mastery of everyday foolishness.' Perfect for young fans of dogs.especially ones who also don't always want a bath!įor more fun with Harry the Dirty Dog, don't miss No Roses for Harry! and Harry and the Lady Next Door. Harry the Dirty Dog has become a classic, entertaining young readers for decades. Now he looks like a black dog with white spots!

After a day of adventure, Harry gets so dirty that he no longer looks like a white dog with black spots. Harry is a white dog with black spots who absolutely, positively hates to take a bath. It has also been welcomed by a new generation at home, as Betty White's 2020 reading of the story on StorylineOnline has been viewed more than 8 million times. Harry the Dirty Dog has been recognized by the National Education Association as an all-time top-100 children's book. (Available now)ĭon't miss Harry the Dirty Dog! This funny picture book about the strong-willed dog who really doesn't want a bath stands the test of time. About the Book A classic since its first publication in 1956, this charming story of a white dog with black spots (or a black dog with white spots) is now available with a splash of color added by two-time Caldecott Honor winner Margaret Bloy Graham to her original illustrations.

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