The Horn Book Guide

EASY READERS

Ries, Lori

Aggie the Brave

48 pp. | Charlesbridge | July, 2010 | Trade ISBN 978-1-57091-635-9 $12.95

(1) K-3 Illustrated by Frank W. Dormer. In this third book about dog Aggie and her owner Ben, "Aggie is going to the vet to get spayed." Three chapters divide the text for newly independent readers while smart page breaks pace the story. Ries displays a keen understanding of kids, and Dormer's illustrations mirror and expand the text (e.g., a wordless multi-panel sequence reflects Ben's anxiety awaiting news from the vet).

Reviewer: Betty Carter | Horn Book Magazine Issue: September, 2010