"The Mysterious Tadpole" and "The Stray Dog"

One book was for fun. The other addresses a serious problem.

The Mysterious Tadpole
4 stars
Author/Illustrator: Steven Kellogg

Uncle McAllister lives in Scotland and always sends Louis an interesting birthday present. This one is a tadpole he names Alphonse. Except this tadpole does not become a frog.
The illustrations are simple and interesting in themselves. The tadpole is pure fantasy, but lots of fun.

The Stray Dog
5 stars
Author (told to by Reiko Sassa)/Illustrator: Marc Simont

A family goes on a picnic at a dog park and enjoys the company of a little dog they call Willie. Surely willie belongs to someone? Or does he?
The illustrations bring out the fun of a small dog for children.
This story hinges on a problem: people abandoning pets in public places.