For Zaras dog, Moose, nothing is more important than being with his favorite girl. So when Zara has to go to school,WHOOSH, Moose escapes and rushes to her side.
Hello, Moose!
Unfortunately, dogs arent allowed at school and Moose has to go back home.
Goodbye, Moose.
But Moose cant be held back for long. Through a series of escalating escapes, this loyal dog always finds her way back to Zara, and with a little bit of training and one great idea, the two friends find a way to be together all day long.
* What could be better than a book about a dog who loves books and hates goodbyes? Booklist, starred review
A welcome addition to any school or public library serving preschool and early elementary-age children. School Library Journal
Young children and their dogs will enjoy this cheery tale. Kirkus Reviews
Maria Gianferrariis the author of several picture books, includingCoyote Moon, which she published with Roaring Brook Press. For Maria, hello is sunshine after a snowstorm, the scent of cinnamon, and happy greetings from her beloved mutt, Becca. Maria lives in northern Virginia with Becca, her scientist husband, and her artist daughter.
Patrice Bartonis the illustrator of over twenty picture and chapter books, including the award-winning picture booksMINE!by Shutta Crum andThe Invisible Boyby Trudy Ludwig. Her chapter books include the Junior Library Guild selectionsThe Year of the Three Sisters: An Anna Wang Novelby Andrea Cheng andThe Naming of Tishkin Silkby Glenda Millard. Patrice makes her home in Austin, Texas, with her husband and her sweet dog, Archer.