The Detective Dog
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Join Nell the Detective and help solve the mystery of the missing books in The Detective Dog. There once was a dog with a keen sense of smell. She was known far and wide as Detective Dog Nell. Peter's dog Nell has an amazing sense of smell. Whether it's finding a lost shoe or discovering who did a poo on the new gravel path, her ever-sniffing nose is always hard at work. But Nell has other talents too. Every Monday she goes to school with Peter and listens to children read. So who better to have on hand when they arrive one morning to discover that the school's books have all disappeared! Who could have taken them? And why? There's only one dog for the job.. and Detective Dog Nell is ready to sniff out the culprit! Written by the brilliant Julia Donaldson and stunningly illustrated by the multi-talented illustrator and printmaker Sara Ogilvie, The Detective Dog is a fast-paced celebration of books, reading, libraries and the relationship between a little boy and his rather special dog. Review: Itz the best book to read - The Detective Dog by Julia Donaldson and Sara Ogilvie is a delightful story full of mystery, adventure, and rhyming fun. My son loves this book so much—the exciting story and lively pictures keep him engaged every time. It’s entertaining, easy to read aloud, and has a lovely message about the joy of reading and solving problems. A perfect pick for young children! Review: Magic of Julia Donaldson comes alive again! - What better way to teach about the world of books than this book! Detective dog Ken and it's adventures provide a glimpse of library, neighbourhood and the world around. Clear and attractive illustrations work well to retain the attention and interests of children till the end. It has become one of our favorite all time books for evening story telling sessions.
| Best Sellers Rank | #20,796 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #12 in Literary Criticism & Collections for Children #23 in Children's Books on Question & Answer Games #24 in Books & Libraries for Children |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 5,896 Reviews |
M**H
Itz the best book to read
The Detective Dog by Julia Donaldson and Sara Ogilvie is a delightful story full of mystery, adventure, and rhyming fun. My son loves this book so much—the exciting story and lively pictures keep him engaged every time. It’s entertaining, easy to read aloud, and has a lovely message about the joy of reading and solving problems. A perfect pick for young children!
A**Y
Magic of Julia Donaldson comes alive again!
What better way to teach about the world of books than this book! Detective dog Ken and it's adventures provide a glimpse of library, neighbourhood and the world around. Clear and attractive illustrations work well to retain the attention and interests of children till the end. It has become one of our favorite all time books for evening story telling sessions.
J**A
Lovely story for the kids.
My kids love this book.
L**G
Good
Good book
N**N
Enjoyable
A very sweet book with lovely illustrations. Any child will enjoy.
R**H
Great read
My 3 year old daughter loves this book. The rhyming words, the pictures, the story, everything is really engrossing. I highly recommend this book.
V**A
Good read and pictures
My 5 year old dog lover loved Neil as character and enjoyed reading
P**A
Storytelling at its best
Lovely, heart warming tale for your little ones.
A**O
Genial para niña de 4 años.
Genial para niña de 4 años.
K**Y
Fantastic Children's Book
I have bought many Julia Donaldson books for my children and they have all been fantastic. This book is no exception, it's one of my favourites from her collection. Such a great story, lovely rhyming words which are easy to read and great illustrations. It is a decent sized book too, so I would recommend for toddlers aged 3+ who can stay focused for a bit longer. Lovely book!
C**N
Good.
Good.
G**N
A Tail-Wagging Adventure 📚🐶🔍
In this heartwarming tale, we meet Detective Dog Nell, a clever canine with a knack for solving mysteries and a love for books. Together with her trusty sidekick Peter, they embark on a series of adventures around town, sniffing out clues and unraveling mysteries like missing books/stolen stories. What I love most about this book is how Julia Donaldson weaves together a captivating story with enchanting rhymes and rhythmic prose. It's just so much fun to read aloud, and the colorful illustrations by Sara Ogilvie truly bring the characters and their adventures to life. But beyond the mystery-solving fun, the book also has a heartwarming message about the joy of reading and the magic of libraries. It's a wonderful reminder of the treasures waiting to be discovered within the pages of a book and the special role that libraries play in our communities. 📚🐶🔍
M**E
Excellent read
My 4 yr old daughter enjoys the story a lot and loves the illustration as well. Another good book by Julia Donaldson.
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