Pup and Pokey
Pup and Pokey by Seth Kantner is an illustrated children’s book published by University of Alaska Press in 2014. This 44-page story follows the unlikely friendship between a boisterous wolf pup and an awkward young porcupine, set against the backdrop of Alaska’s tundra. Through their adventures, the characters learn valuable lessons about friendship and the importance of helping one another.
Readers will find a narrative that gently explores themes of social connections and the wilderness. The story is inspired by the fable of “The Lion and the Mouse,” presenting a touching outdoor adventure that highlights the unexpected bonds that can form in life. With original illustrations by Beth Hill, this book offers a unique perspective on the relationships between animals, making it an engaging read for young audiences interested in wildlife and friendship.
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A boisterous wolf pup and an awkward young porcupine are unlikely allies in this tale of friendship set on Alaska’s tundra. The two grow up as neighbors, but only through helping each other escape from a trapper do they learn what it means truly to be friends.
Gently inspired by the fable of “The Lion and the Mouse,” Pup and Pokey teaches young readers about living in the wilderness and the sometimes unexpected connections that arise in our lives. Pup and Pokey is the first children’s book from acclaimed Alaska author Seth Kantner. With Kantner’s storytelling and Beth Hill’s original illustrations, Pup and Pokey is a touching outdoor adventure story that only two talented Alaskans could tell.
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