It’s a Dog’s Life
It’s a Dog’s Life by Michael Morpurgo is an illustrated book published by Farshore in 2016, featuring 48 pages in English. This engaging story follows a girl named Lula and her dog as they navigate the joys of farm life, highlighting their bond and the humorous moments that arise. Designed for children learning to read, this book is part of the Reading Ladder series, which aims to foster a love of reading through well-loved authors and relatable topics.
Readers will find a delightful narrative that combines elements of family and humor, making it suitable for intermediate readers. The book features clear type, bright illustrations, and a variety of sentence structures, all crafted to support young readers as they gain confidence. With themes centered around animals and lifestyles, It’s a Dog’s Life serves as an enjoyable introduction to longer stories, encouraging discussions about the strong characters and their experiences.
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A funny, heartwarming animal story from a master storyteller, perfect for children learning to read.
Lula always likes me to go with her to the end of the lane. She loves a bit of a cuddle and a lick or two before the school bus comes.
“Oh Russ,… she whispers. “A horse. It’s all I want for my birthday…. And I’m thinking – excuse me, but what’s so great about a horse? Isn’t a dog good enough?…
The touching tale of one girl and her dog exploring farm life, from Britain’s best-loved children’s author, Michael Morpurgo.
The Reading Ladder series helps children to enjoy learning to read. It features well-loved authors, classic characters and favourite topics, so that children will find something to excite and engage them in every title they pick up. It’s the first step towards a lasting love of reading.
Level 2 Reading Ladder titles are perfect for readers who are growing in confidence and are beginning to enjoy longer stories.
Clear type
Up to 8 lines per page
Bright, appealing pictures for added interest
A variety of sentence structures
A wider range of vocabulary
Strong themes and characters to discuss
All Reading Ladder titles are developed with a leading literacy consultant, making them perfect for use in schools and for parents keen to support their children’s reading.
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