FICTION

Aggie Gets Lost

by Lori RIES
978-1-57091-633-5.
COPY ISBN
K-Gr 2—Aggie and Ben are playing catch in the park when Ben throws the ball too far and his pup doesn't come back. He looks everywhere, but can't find her. He and his parents make phone calls and posters, retrace their steps, and ask people if they've seen Aggie. When these efforts fail, Ben consults his blind friend, Mr. Thomas, who suggests a different approach. The book is split into three chapters for early readers, appropriately named "The Bad Day," "The Awful Night," and "Found!" Dormer's humorous pen, ink, and watercolor cartoons add to the charm of this story. Perfect for newly independent readers, the short sentences and limited vocabulary will help children build confidence.—Sarah Polace, Cuyahoga County Public Library, Parma, OH
Ben and his dog Aggie's fourth adventure begins with the two playing in the park. Aggie runs away, and Ben, with the same determination and care he's always shown for his pet, vows to find her. Ries's hallmarks--predictable, natural language; defined structure (with chapter-break markers)--continue here. Dormer's gray watercolor washes effectively reflect Ben's despair, while touches of bright orange signal his determination.
With clear and simple language, three short chapters, and abundant artwork that details the action, Aggie and Ben’s latest adventure is sure to be a favorite among beginning readers. The short, succinct sentences are easy to understand, while they also reveal Ben’s emotions: “Did I pet her enough? Did I tell Aggie she was a good dog? I cannot sleep. I am too sad to sleep.” Frank W. Dormer’s charming, stylized artwork authentically captures the lively jaunts to the park as well as Ben’s sorrow while Aggie is missing. Careful observers will enjoy noticing the skunk in the illustrations well before he makes his mark on the story and will giggle all the more to see everyone holding their noses after Aggie is found.

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