I Will Love You Anyway

PreS-Gr 2—A large-eyed pup tries to follow the rules and learn his role within a household in this tale of unconditional love. Perfect as a read-aloud, the rhyming text highlights a first-person narrative of the little dog's confused patter. Humorous cartoon images feature pencil and watercolor drawings of his red-haired, bespectacled young owner; hugs; soulful expressions; and many views of running feet. "Stop!…Quit!…Leave!…Sit!" The commands continue, and the pooch feels he cannot do anything right and promptly runs away. But running away, day after day, merely creates more chaos, especially when he encounters cats or cows. As frustration between adults and pet rises, the threat of leaving the household permanently escalates when a crack of thunder propels a confused and frightened puppy into life-threatening danger on rain-drenched nighttime streets.