C’mere Boy by Sharon Jennings

Jennings, Sharon C’mere Boy, illustrated by Ashley Spires. Kids Can Press, 2010. $16.95. PICTURE BOOK. This book puts a spin on the traditional relationship between a boy and a dog because in it Dog sets off to find a boy. However, Dog’s mother asks Dog who would take care of the boy. Nevertheless, Dog decides to search for his boy and the book tells of that quest. Spires’s illustrations are fun to look at and the text is clever and interesting. Re-imagining the relationship between owner and pet could easily inspire readers to re-imagine other aspects of life that they take for granted. The book allows for discussions about “outside the box” thinking. EL, MS – ADVISABLE. Brent Smith, Reading Teacher.