I Want 100 Dogs
I Want 100 Dogs by Stacy McAnulty is a humorous picture book published by Chronicle Books in 2023. This 40-page edition presents a whimsical exploration of a young girl’s desire for an abundance of dogs, leading to imaginative discussions with her parents about the practicalities of pet ownership. The story humorously navigates the challenges and joys of having numerous canine companions, ultimately revealing that sometimes less is more when it comes to pets.
Readers will find a delightful narrative that combines counting with a playful take on the responsibilities of pet ownership. As the protagonist adjusts her wish from 100 to 90 dogs, the story cleverly incorporates counting concepts while maintaining a lighthearted tone. Illustrated with vintage flair by Claire Keane, this book is designed for children who dream of having pets and serves as a gentle introduction to realistic expectations about animal care. With its charming illustrations and engaging storyline, this book appeals to young readers and dog lovers alike.
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In this funny, feel-good first-pet book, one aspiring dog owner and her parents ponder–in wildly imaginative and hilarious detail–all the best and worst outcomes of bringing home more dogs than you can (literally) shake a stick at.
A young girl proclaims, “I want 100 dogs.” In a twist, her parents agree, but they have just one question: Where will 100 dogs sleep? Our protagonist revises her request to 90 dogs. But how does one walk 90 dogs? A silly, subtractive counting tale and an over-the-top ode to the joys (and woes) of canine company, this sweet and surprising story proves that no matter how boundless your enthusiasm, when it comes to finding the perfect pet, sometimes less really is more.
Written by bestselling author Stacy McAnulty and illustrated with vintage flair by Claire Keane, this clever and funny picture book will be a new favorite for readers and pet lovers everywhere–whether you have no dogs, one dog, or one dog too many!
PERFECT FIRST-PET BOOK: Bursting with humor and charm, this is the book for any child who has ever longed for a pet (or ten . . . or twenty) and for families gently establishing realistic pet expectations.
FUN AND FUNNY COUNTING BOOK: This fun-to-read picture book delivers the extra benefit of being a reverse counting book! Kids will delight in counting down the number of dogs in this clever tale that subtly demonstrates counting by tens. And, yes, you really can count the dogs on each page!
GIFT-WORTHY: With its sweet, timeless humor and charming, vintage-style illustrations, this pet book makes a wonderful gift for children, teachers, and dog lovers of all ages.
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