Big Dog and Little Dog Getting in Trouble

Big Dog and Little Dog

by Dav Pilkey

In this lovable board book series, Dav Pilkey captures the humor of everyday canine behavior. The sweet personalities, lasting friendship, and hilarious antics of Big Dog and Little Dog will enchant little ones and entertain dog lovers of all ages.

Genres: Picture Books, Childrens, Dogs, Humor, Fiction

14 pages, Board Book

First published October 1, 1997

About the author

David "Dav" Pilkey (b. March 4, 1966), is a popular children's author and artist. Pilkey is best known as the author and illustrator of the Captain Underpants book series. He lives near Seattle, Washington with his wife, Sayuri.

Reviews

[Matt · Rating 4 out of 5]

When Big Dog and Little Dog join forces, they are a paw-ful of trouble. What begins as a simple game soon gets out of hand and there is little chance of going back on all they have done. A couch destroyed and their master home, apologies do not seem enough. Neo got a laugh out of the story, wondering what sorts of punishments might away his canine friends. Thankfully, he does not tear up the couch, though destruction is his third middle name.

[Jessica · Rating 2 out of 5]

Yikes! I've never seen that kind of destruction done to a couch before. The words are great for a beginning reader, but I'm not so sure about the concept.

[Rose Rosetree · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow! My first Dav Pilkey book that isn't for the sophisticated readers of the "Captain Underpants" series! This is a humble board book.

We don't have to venture too far into this board book until we encounter Big Dog and Little Dog chewing up the family sofa:

Big Dog and Little Dog
are having fun.

Big Dog and Little Dog
are being bad.

Dave's specialty. More understated than "Where the Wild Things Are." Very wonderful, in true Dav Pilkey style, how he gives his readers permission to be naughty. Of course, FIVE STARS.

[Jennifer Varnadore · Rating 5 out of 5]

My nephew got this one from his school library. I saw the author and checked it out for myself, because I know someone who used to love some of Dav Pilkey's other books. It's an amusing story and it has some nice fun learning activities at the end. I found myself wanting to know more of what happened in the story. It was short and sweet; definitely concise. Perfect for a Level One reader book.

[Sarah · Rating 1 out of 5]

There's no moral or lesson in this story. It's got super basic language and almost every page is what Big Dog is doing and then Little Dog also doing the same thing. It's not creative. Our 18 month old loves dogs, so we got tried it. It will not remain in our house because there are better quality and more intentional books out there.

[PA Caminos West Library · Rating 4 out of 5]

Big Dog and Little Dog get into trouble in a very typical dog way. There is no lesson involved with the outcome of their actions. I like the activities included at the back of the book to help beginning readers to analyze the text. The puzzles are nice, too. I gave this 4 out of 5 stars because of the good activities included.

Perrazo y Perrito se meten en problemas en una manera típica de los perros. No hay una lección sobre las consecuencias de sus acciones. Me gustan las actividades incluidas en la parte posterior del libro que ayudan los lectores principiantes a analizar el texto. Los rompecabezas son buenos también. Le di 4 de 5 estrellas por las buenas actividades incluidas.

escr: A. Boyer
ed: S. Ramirez

[Danielle Robertson Robertson · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book has some great snap/sight words for my little kindergartner. The way Big Dog and Little Dog play is very cute and relatable for dog owners. My son pointed out maybe the owner should have left them some dog toys to play with, and perhaps a new ball would have made for a good ending.

[Cheryl · Rating 2 out of 5]

Maybe better for dog lovers. I dunno. If I'm in the right mood, I like some entries in this series. But I will never be a dog owner, thank goodness... I don't think I could be nearly as patient as the woman here. Otoh, can't they be trained or something?

[Andrés · Rating 1 out of 5]

I do not think we're calling kids "good" or "bad" anymore (books from 1997), and these dogs are a proxy for kids. The dogs don't take responsibility for their actions at the end. Their mom cleans up their mess, and the two dogs just feel guilty. Removed from circulation.

[Sarah · Rating 3 out of 5]

Oh boy. The two dogs chew the couch!!!

[Michael Lent · Rating 5 out of 5]

Big fun for little readers.

[Victoria Hanley · Rating 4 out of 5]

Fun series for beginning readers.

[KaitandMaddie · Rating 5 out of 5]

I wish we’d discovered these earlier, because they are quite funny in a way most board books aren’t.

[TJE · Rating 3 out of 5]

Likes this series but not as much as Henry and Mudge. Much shorter and simpler than Henry and Mudge though and still a fun book.

[Rosa Cline · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a level 1 book; my 5 year old preschool granddaughter loved this book along with my special needs adult son. After I read this to her she was able to fill in the blanks in the sentences provided at the back of the book for young readers. We sat and read this book probably 10 or more times in the three days she was here visiting us. My son giggled and laughed at the antics of the big and little dog as well.

[Aleksha · Rating 3 out of 5]

Read this story on my grand Dav Pilkey book quest after falling in love with Dog Man.

Dav Pilkey’s Big Dog And Little Dog Getting In Trouble is the third installment to the Big Dog and Little Dog book series. It takes literally under a minute to read but is a perfect little book for children under the age of 5 who happen to love dogs. It's cute, simple, and endearing with easy to follow art and intuitive language. I'm sure this review has more words than the actual book.

This time around Big Dog and Little Dog decide to roughhouse with the couch. Beware there's no punishment for the dogs but they do seem remorseful for their actions. To drive the book home I'd recommend asking your child what they think a suitable punishment for the two very sorry dogs should be.

[Becky · Rating 4 out of 5]

Do you know Big Dog and Little Dog? If you don't, you should! Especially if you love dogs. (But also, even if you don't.) Big Dog and Little Dog star in a series of early readers. The stories are simple and funny. The illustrations are bold and bright. Overall, these books are just PURE PLEASURE to read.

Big Dog and Little Dog Getting In Trouble is no exception. This title is perfect for the series. (You do not have to read the books in any order. But my guess is that once you've read one, you'll want to read them all. Again and again and again.)

In this story, the trouble starts when Big Dog and Little Dog want to PLAY. Sounds innocent enough, right?! Well, then end up playing with the couch. And the title says it all, both dogs get in trouble!!!

I definitely recommend this series. The reading level for all the books, if I recall correctly, is Guided Reading Level D.

(Like previous books in this newly republished series, this book has activities at the end.)

[Mylinda · Rating 5 out of 5]

One of my favorite childrens' books ever. Even better if you really have a Big Dog and a Little Dog in your life. "Big Dog is in big trouble. Little Dog is in big trouble too."

From the author of Captain Underpants...

[Jason · Rating 4 out of 5]

Can't go wrong with these two.

[Elsa · Rating 4 out of 5]

3.5 stars. Perfectly serviceable board book, would read again (and again and again. Four year olds, man.)