PB - The 1-Dogpower Garden Team (by Alison Lohans)

Paperback
20.3 cm x 20.3 cm (8 in x 8 in)
Illustrated by Gretchen Ehrsam

Sophie loves her dog, Max. Max loves Sophie. But he also loves to dig.
Can Sophie find a way to stop Max from digging up Mom's garden?

"...What strikes me first and foremost is how different this story is—Lohans’ innovative use of language and humour and Ehrsam’s detailed, black and white prints...coalesce so effectively, after I’d read the book the first time I immediately wanted to read—and admire—it again. Upon my second reading, I deduced that part of the magic is Lohans’ use of both simple sentences, which one might expect in a children’s book...and surprises within the text, ie: “ … the weeds grew fast, and her family didn’t have a rototiller.” A rototiller? Mentioned on the first page of a children’s story? I say Bravo! ... This delightful book celebrates teamwork, ingenuity, and the bond between a girl and her dog. ...I expect that Lohans and Ehrsam—who are cousins—had an especially good time working on this story together: that inherently comes across. If you wish to read more of the award-winning author’s work, see alisonlohans.wordpress.com." Shelley Leedahl, SaskBooks

"Sophie and her dog Max are most loveable, inseparable, and often quite mischievous ... As a team they are sure to inspire their young audience to confront problems head on, just as they do!" Dr. Norman C. Yakel, professor emeritus, Faculty of Education, University of Regina

"A heartwarming tale that will win the hearts of every child and dog-lover."
Wilfred Burton, retired educator and award-winning author

Winner, Silver Medal, 2022 Moonbeam Book Awards
Finalist, 2022 Next Generation Indie Book Awards
Finalist, 2022 Saskatchewan Book Award for Children's Literature