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These seemingly innocent questions, the kind usually asked by a child to an adult, take on a wildly humorous twist when addressed to a child by her dog, Murphy! The minimalist text and succinct illustrations, brilliantly set off the grandiose ambitions of this adorable, little dog with BIG ideas. His owner patiently answers all of his "why" questions, until finally, she's forced to tell it like it is: that Murphy is a D-O-G (not a human).
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Chris Hornsey is a journalist and the owner of a very lovable and demanding dog named Murphy, who is not entirely convinced she is a member of the canine family. This is Chris's first book. She lives in Melbourne, Australia.
Gwyn Perkins has a background in animation and advertising. He lives in Sydney, Australia.
PreSchool-Grade 2—A curious dog asks his young owner a series of typical toddler questions, which are followed by one-line, adult-sounding answers. "Why can't I drive the car?" "Because you are too small to drive." "Why can't we play ALL the time?" "Because there are other things we have to do." "Why do I have to be good when we have company?" "Because we want them to see how well-behaved you are." The illustrations are amusing and expressive, and young children will relate to Murphy's many questions. However, the story lacks consistency, and the child's bland answers lack imagination. Some questions, answers, and corresponding illustrations seem to fit the characters, while others don't. Even the title may be confusing for young readers, as Murphy eats from a dish and not straight from the floor.—Amanda Moss, Maywood Elementary School, Monona, WI
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- PublisherWalker Childrens
- Publication date2007
- ISBN 10 0802796176
- ISBN 13 9780802796172
- BindingHardcover
- Number of pages24
- IllustratorPerkins Gwyn
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