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32 pp.
| HarperCollins/Harper |
October, 2012 |
TradeISBN 978-0-06-199657-3$17.99
(4)
K-3
Illustrated by
Diane deGroat.
Charlie the ranch dog thinks he has Christmas preparations "well under control"--until an unexpected surprise. The new kitty won't be ignored, but despite his attempts at indifference, Charlie finds a place for it on the ranch. The basset hound's colloquial narration is forced, but the emotive illustrations portray his lackadaisical temperament clashing with Kitty's energy. A Christmas cookie recipe is appended.