Sleepytown Beagles Oh Brother!

by: Timothy Glass

Published by: WingSpan Press

Reviewed by Laura V. Hilton

Ben has gotten a new puppy, a little male dog he names Tyler. Two of Ben’s other dogs, Gunner and Penny, greet the puppy, but Ben’s third dog, Panda, is less than excited about the new arrival.

Tyler is clumsy and in learning things, he makes several messes. Panda is less than kind about Tyler’s mistakes and wants to send Tyler back to where he came from. Ben also learns that his mom is expecting a new baby, and instead of the baby brother he wants, he’s getting a sister.

Ben and Panda both have to learn to recognize that a sibling is a gift, whether or not it’s the opposite of what we want.

Sleepytown Beagles Oh Brother! is a great book for a family that is about to expand with a new brother or sister. Children will learn that while new babies (and puppies) make messes, we need to work with them to teach them things, and as they grow, they will learn to love each other.

The story is cute with colorful illustrations that kept my five year old interested. She even laughed out loud at some of the antics Tyler got into. I like the little paw prints on each page. I think that all children will enjoy this, whether they are getting a new baby sister or brother, or even a new puppy. Or maybe even if their best friend is having an addition to their family. Pick up your copy today.

Armchair Interviews says: A portion of the author’s royalties will go to support animal rescue.

Web site: http://www.SleepytownBeagles.com