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It's a Dog's Life (Reading Ladder Level 2)

Michael Morpurgo, Hannah George

It's a Dog's Life (Reading Ladder Level 2)

Subjects

  • Animal Tales - bundles of fur, fluff and fun
  • Friends & Family - tears and laughter, and happy ever after

Average rating

5 out 5

9 reviews

A funny, heartwarming animal story from a master storyteller, perfect for children learning to read. Lula always likes me to go with her to the end of the lane. She loves a bit of a cuddle and a lick or two before the school bus comes. “Oh Russ,… she whispers. “A horse. It’s all I want for my birthday.… And I’m thinking – excuse me, but what’s so great about a horse? Isn’t a dog good enough?… The touching tale of one girl and her dog exploring farm life, from Britain’s best-loved children’s author, Michael Morpurgo. The Reading Ladder series helps children to enjoy learning to read. It features well-loved authors, classic characters and favourite topics, so that children will find something to excite and engage them in every title they pick up. It’s the first step towards a lasting love of reading. Level 2 Reading Ladder titles are perfect for readers who are growing in confidence and are beginning to enjoy longer stories. Clear type Up to 8 lines per page Bright, appealing pictures for added interest A variety of sentence structures A wider range of vocabulary Strong themes and characters to discuss All Reading Ladder titles are developed with a leading literacy consultant, making them perfect for use in schools and for parents keen to support their children’s reading. Book band: Purple

Reviews

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I liked how Russ spent his days at his home

Officer Gloriana Menace 01.01.2025

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I liked it because I liked the theme. My favourite character was the dog.

Princess Morgana Pipistrel 21.07.2024

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Beautiful book and makes me want to get a dog too.

Nurse Fenella O’Doughnut 09.08.2023

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Happy and. Excited

Director Diamond Dangerous 03.08.2023

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I liked this book because it had a horse in it and I love horses! Russ the dog is a border collie like my dog, Maggie!

Dona Amazonia Tinkle 27.08.2022

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The dog is called Russ and he is friends with Smarty. I liked that the character telling the story was Russ.

Major Geronimo Sheep-Dip 11.08.2022

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I liked russ and the pony.

Viscountess Harmonica Godzilla 19.09.2020

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I absolutely loved reading this book. I recorded myself reading this and sent it to my teacher. I love dogs. I have 2. I think anyone who loves dogs would love this book.

Doctor June Squirrel 28.08.2020

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My favourite part was the last part when he licked his owner and made her giggle.

Fairy Petronella Gooseberry 30.07.2020