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Why comics matter for young readers 02/12/24
Puppy Academy: Scout and the Sausage Thief
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Scout the puppy dreams of catching Frank Furter the Sausage Thief. Attending lessons at The Puppy Academy should be preparing her to become a police dog like her mum and dad but she keeps making mistakes and causing problems. When Scout is accused of stealing the Crunchie Munchies she is terrified she might have to leave the academy. Can she solve the crimes and prove her innocence?
Gill Lewis has created a delightful book which combines a school setting readers will be familiar with, with the appeal of puppies. Young readers are sure to related to the issues raised in the stories and will enjoy the fantastic black and white illustrations. If you enjoyed Michael Morpurgo's Mudpuddle Farm series then this is definitely the book for you.