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It's OK To Be A Puppy: A Bedtime Story of Love and Security
When a child feels anxious, alone, or wonders about being good, read this illustrated puppy book together. This colorful illustrated children's book is a story of a puppy's view of the world through rhyming prose, as the puppy hopes to grow up to be like everyone else. There will be plenty of time for school and chores, but for now, it's ok to be a puppy.
Kids need to be reassured now and again, parents get busy and may not see that things are amiss, or simply want to reassure their young one that he or she is loved just the way they are.
This popular book, It's OK to be a Puppy , sends a message of love and acceptance through illustrations and verse.
A reassuring bedtime story sure to inspire the imagination, this kid's book features colorfully vibrant illustrations and rhythmic prose that keep the story moving along at a good pace while making each page more delightful than the last.
Perfect for boys and girls of all ages, It s OK to be a Puppy helps encourage kids to learn more about themselves and know that it's only natural to feel a little insecure at times. It s OK!
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Ideal book as part of your children s library.
Kids need to be reassured now and again, parents get busy and may not see that things are amiss, or simply want to reassure their young one that he or she is loved just the way they are.
This popular book, It's OK to be a Puppy , sends a message of love and acceptance through illustrations and verse.
A reassuring bedtime story sure to inspire the imagination, this kid's book features colorfully vibrant illustrations and rhythmic prose that keep the story moving along at a good pace while making each page more delightful than the last.
Perfect for boys and girls of all ages, It s OK to be a Puppy helps encourage kids to learn more about themselves and know that it's only natural to feel a little insecure at times. It s OK!
Book
Ideal book as part of your children s library.
- GenresPicture Books
32 pages, Hardcover
Published December 28, 2020
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February 22, 2022
Sweet children's storybook. The illustrations are beautiful and almost look like watercolor paintings. The story is told in rhyming words making it great for small kiddos. I see this more as a book to be read to little ones (ages 2-6) rather than something young readers will want to read themselves. I can easily envision reading this as a bed storybook with your own dog snuggled up beside you. Thank you NetGalley and Momma Katie for an eARC in exchange for an honest review.
February 18, 2022
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This adorable picture-book touched me.
With its simple rhyming prose, gentle watercolor images, and lovely message, reading this book (with a child, or as an adult with the child-in-you listening ) is like wading into a serene and calming lake - losing yourself to something eternal, something bigger and elemental, - something that in the end, is totally comforting.
Just like puppies (and who doesn’t like puppies?) we are all special, and different - starting out in life with nothing but a few simple needs and a whole lot of love to share.
“yes, you like your little mousey,
And you like your little bone,
You like someone to hold you
So you never feel alone”
And that, in a nutshell, is enough. More than enough, to know that you are loved, and nourished and cared for, right now, for who and what you are.
No need to worry about tomorrow, and all the unknown, exciting things awaiting you. What you might learn, and become, and what path you might choose.
And all that you need to do, just like every special puppy out there, is be yourself, living your days, and sharing your love with those around you. And it will be returned.
“Some dogs are good at fetching sticks
Or helping people see.
For guarding doors or working chores
But you bring love to me.”
As did this book - and I couldn’t help but love it back.
A warm and heart-lifting experience to share with any child - just because you can.
A great big thank you to NetGalley, the publisher and the author for an ARC of this book. All thoughts presented are my own.
This adorable picture-book touched me.
With its simple rhyming prose, gentle watercolor images, and lovely message, reading this book (with a child, or as an adult with the child-in-you listening ) is like wading into a serene and calming lake - losing yourself to something eternal, something bigger and elemental, - something that in the end, is totally comforting.
Just like puppies (and who doesn’t like puppies?) we are all special, and different - starting out in life with nothing but a few simple needs and a whole lot of love to share.
“yes, you like your little mousey,
And you like your little bone,
You like someone to hold you
So you never feel alone”
And that, in a nutshell, is enough. More than enough, to know that you are loved, and nourished and cared for, right now, for who and what you are.
No need to worry about tomorrow, and all the unknown, exciting things awaiting you. What you might learn, and become, and what path you might choose.
And all that you need to do, just like every special puppy out there, is be yourself, living your days, and sharing your love with those around you. And it will be returned.
“Some dogs are good at fetching sticks
Or helping people see.
For guarding doors or working chores
But you bring love to me.”
As did this book - and I couldn’t help but love it back.
A warm and heart-lifting experience to share with any child - just because you can.
A great big thank you to NetGalley, the publisher and the author for an ARC of this book. All thoughts presented are my own.
February 23, 2022
Maybe it was my wanting to be around a dog, maybe it was that mix of soulful yet playful look in the puppy's eyes, but whatever the reason, I'm glad I decided to give this story a go. It's definitely sweet, and while it's an ode to anyone's love for their puppy and all the joy they can bring with their routines and antics, it also conveys the message that despite all the different characteristics out there, everyone is different, and that's OK.
The illustrations are beautiful and peaceful and made me long for my own doggy to curl up with. They certainly brought both the story and message to life, and I'm sure both children and children at heart will enjoy it.
Many thanks to #Netgalley and the author/publisher for granting an ARC of #ItsOKToBeAPuppy. All opinions expressed in this review are my own and are given voluntarily.
The illustrations are beautiful and peaceful and made me long for my own doggy to curl up with. They certainly brought both the story and message to life, and I'm sure both children and children at heart will enjoy it.
Many thanks to #Netgalley and the author/publisher for granting an ARC of #ItsOKToBeAPuppy. All opinions expressed in this review are my own and are given voluntarily.
April 2, 2022
It’s OK to be a Puppy: A Bedtime Story of Love and Security. By Tom Murdoch, Illustrator: Osipova Svetlana. 2022. Momma Katie. (ARC eBook).
It’s OK to be a Puppy is a sweet picture book that describes the characteristics of puppies and conveys how they feel. And how such things like toys, routines, understanding and affection is important in the puppy’s development into an adult dog. The prose is rhyming and the illustrations extremely adorable. A great book for kids that have or will be getting a puppy!
*Momma Katie ARC via NetGalley
It’s OK to be a Puppy is a sweet picture book that describes the characteristics of puppies and conveys how they feel. And how such things like toys, routines, understanding and affection is important in the puppy’s development into an adult dog. The prose is rhyming and the illustrations extremely adorable. A great book for kids that have or will be getting a puppy!
*Momma Katie ARC via NetGalley
February 16, 2022
This is a sweet book about a cute puppy who is loved and cherished by its people. The tone is very soothing and the art is soft and calm, so this would make a great wind down book for small children. The story is told in verse, so kids can be encouraged to identify rhyming words. Sometimes word choice and meter are sacrificed for the rhyme and the pattern of emphasis changes mid-stanza, so give this a pre-read before reading aloud. Given how much children are fascinated by puppies, I can imagine this becoming a favorite bedtime book!
Many thanks to the publisher and NetGalley for the opportunity to read and review!
Many thanks to the publisher and NetGalley for the opportunity to read and review!
February 18, 2022
A sweet little book, perfect for little one's hands. Beautifully illustrated and and with rhyming verse, it shows a puppy with his favorite toys, and how he is loved by his family.
I loved the soft colors used to illustrate, and the wagging puppy tail.
This is a great book for children 3 to 7 years!
I received this book through Net Galley and the Publisher Momma Katie, and was not required to give a positive review.
I loved the soft colors used to illustrate, and the wagging puppy tail.
This is a great book for children 3 to 7 years!
I received this book through Net Galley and the Publisher Momma Katie, and was not required to give a positive review.
February 19, 2022
A beautiful book about a little dog. There are a lot of dogs and all of them are different from the rest. Dogs like company and feeling they are loved, just like little children. And they learn how to be themselves as they grow up, just like children.
The illustrations are very beautiful y colourful.
Perfect for a bedside story.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
The illustrations are very beautiful y colourful.
Perfect for a bedside story.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
March 18, 2022
This is a really sweet book that I've been reading to my three year old at bedtime. We don't have a dog but I think that makes her love seeing all the different pictures even more. Even if my kiddo is a little on the young side for these themes, these are exactly the kinds of messages I want her to pick up from the books we read.
Thank you to Momma Katie and NetGalley for the opportunity to review this free e-arc in exchange for an honest review.
Thank you to Momma Katie and NetGalley for the opportunity to review this free e-arc in exchange for an honest review.
April 15, 2022
It’s OK To Be A Puppy by Tom Murdoch is cute book with beautiful illustrations. It’s OK To Be A Puppy tell’s the story of a dog and what he experiences throughout the day and how he is always there for his owners when they are home. This was a fun book to read. I believe it would be good for any type of story time. Thank you to NetGalley and the Publisher for the opportunity to read this book. My review is also on Goodreads.
June 12, 2022
At first, I read this book as a book of dogs. Actually, after reading the description, this is also can be applied to children. There are so many kids, of different backgrounds, nevertheless, a parent will always love hers/his. They might go to school, or feel abandoned, but mom and dad will always come back for them to comfort each others. What a great illustration.
October 4, 2022
Every dog starts out as a puppy, which has its ups and downs. This warm little poem speaks of growing up and trusting.
Not much of a story here, but the rhymes were really well done and the illustrations just adorable. I wasn't quite clear who the speaker was at times, so perhaps a POV cue would have been helpful at the beginning?
Not much of a story here, but the rhymes were really well done and the illustrations just adorable. I wasn't quite clear who the speaker was at times, so perhaps a POV cue would have been helpful at the beginning?
February 19, 2022
This book was so sweet to read! The illustrations are absolutely beautiful and the message is super easy to understand. The art is very comforting it almost feels like you are being swept up in the story as well!
April 8, 2022
Tom Murdoch
It's OK to Be a Puppy : A Children's Book about Loving Who You Are
What a sweet book! It talks about what a puppy loves to do.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
It's OK to Be a Puppy : A Children's Book about Loving Who You Are
What a sweet book! It talks about what a puppy loves to do.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
February 16, 2022
Thanks to Netgalley and Momma Katie for a free digital copy.
What an adorable book about a dog being exactly who he needs to be by being exactly who he is. Dog lovers will find this delightful.
What an adorable book about a dog being exactly who he needs to be by being exactly who he is. Dog lovers will find this delightful.
February 22, 2022
This was a cute story about just being a puppy. It takes you through the thoughts of one lone puppy.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
July 26, 2026
I’ve read this book many times over the years and to me, it has never lost its charm. Every reread reminds me why it’s such a delightful bedtime story. Gentle, comforting and full of warmth, it offers a simple yet meaningful message, everyone is different and that’s perfectly okay.
The illustrations by Osipova Svetlana are beautiful and add so much warmth and charm to the story. They’re sure to capture the attention of young readers, making this a book children will happily return to night after night.
As a dog lover, I have a soft spot for this story and I think fellow dog lovers will too. Its lovable protagonist, heartfelt message and charm make it a wonderful bedtime read and one I happily recommend since I find myself reading again and again.
The illustrations by Osipova Svetlana are beautiful and add so much warmth and charm to the story. They’re sure to capture the attention of young readers, making this a book children will happily return to night after night.
As a dog lover, I have a soft spot for this story and I think fellow dog lovers will too. Its lovable protagonist, heartfelt message and charm make it a wonderful bedtime read and one I happily recommend since I find myself reading again and again.
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