The Underdogs
The Underdogs by Tracey West is a 160-page illustrated chapter book published by Scholastic Incorporated in 2021. This engaging story takes place in the town of Barksdale, where dogs strive for perfection and compete for the title of Best in Show. The narrative follows four dogs—Nova, Duke, Harley, and Peanut—who, despite never winning the coveted title, embrace their unique identities while preparing for an important Agility Exam that requires teamwork to succeed.
Readers will find a humorous exploration of friendship and self-acceptance as the characters navigate their training challenges. With black-and-white illustrations accompanying the text, this book is designed for young readers transitioning to chapter books. The themes of self-esteem and social dynamics are woven throughout the story, making it relatable for children interested in animals and humorous tales.
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From the writer of the bestselling Dragon Masters series and the illustrator of the bestselling Diary of a Pug series comes a high-energy, illustrated chapter book series about four dogs who learn that being yourself is much more fun than being Best in Show.
Welcome to the town of Barksdale, where the canine residents strive for perfection. Every shopkeeper claims to be the “best groomer” or sell the “best biscuits.” And at Barksdale Academy, the pressure is on every year for one pup to be named Best in Show.
Nova, Duke, Harley, and Peanut have never won Best in Show… which is okay with them! But they have to work together to pass their Agility Exam, because either the whole pack passes or the whole pack fails.
Nova has convinced her pals to train, but on her practice course, Duke is afraid to climb the high ramp, Harley keeps chasing squirrels, and Peanut can’t make it through the hoops. Nova’s not doing much better — she’s so excited she keeps knocking the whole course over!
Will the pups make the grade, or are they doomed to be Underdogs forever?
With black-and-white illustrations on every page and hilarious antics throughout, this series is perfect for readers who are just starting to read chapter books on their own, or for anyone who loves a good underdog story!
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