Is This . . . Spring?

PreS-Gr 2–An adorable addition to Yoon’s picture book series; this time, spring is the focus of wonder for the little brown puppy, all excited to get outdoors and find some adventures in the flowers and green grass. Upon exiting the doggy door, the little pup leaps into luscious grass and a rainbow assortment of flowers, rolling and sniffing. And then, a fit of sneezing hits and the dog discovers that allergies are a real thing. Scampering quickly back to the safety of the house and the human who lives there, the pup reemerges with a kerchief and goggles to brave the pollen while enjoying the newfound season. Readers will find the doggy’s excitement palpable, with all the rollicking and leaping in the gorgeous display of flowers; brightly colored mixed-media illustrations bring the scenes to life. Short, simple sentences with sound words are spread throughout. The single character in the story is illustrated with a warm brown tone that complements the overall appearance of the book.