Stephanie Calmenson, Children's Book Author
Shaggy, Waggy Dogs (And Others)

Shaggy, Waggy Dogs (And Others)

Photographs by Justin Sutcliffe
Do you like Golden Retrievers? Beagles? Yorkies? Catchy rhymes describe these dogs and 22 more. Find out if you’re right for a dog and which dog is right for you. And meet an irresistible mixed breed rescue at the end.

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My Dog’s the Best!

My Dog’s the Best!

Illustrated by Marcy Dunn Ramsey
Owners describe a variety of dogs, smooth, shaggy, friendly, and fast.

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Perfect Puppy

Perfect Puppy

Illustrated by Thomas Yezerski
Some people — and puppies — think they have to be perfect. Some people — and puppies — learn they can make mistakes and still be loved very much. Meet a puppy you'll fall in love with — mistakes and all.

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Hotter Than a Hot Dog!

Hotter Than a Hot Dog!

Illustrated by Elivia Savadier
"I'm hotter than a hot dog 
in a campfire!" I said. 
"I'm hotter than a salamander 
in the sun!" said Granny. Word play. Hot day. Grandma’s got a great idea to cool things off. Hop on the train — the iron dragon — and see where it takes you.

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Engine, Engine, Number Nine

Engine, Engine, Number Nine

Illustrated by Paul Meisel
Engine, Engine, Number Nine / Rolling, rolling down the line. /
Wheels are turning. Whistle’s blowing.
/ Soon we’ll find out where it’s going.

In this rollicking rendition of a traditional children’s rhyme, kids, grown-ups, an assortment of animals and a whole marching band board a train heading for… Read the book to find out where it's going. All aboard!

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