Hot Dog, Cold Dog

by Frann Preston-Gannon

From award-winning author/illustrator Frann Preston-Gannon comes this celebration of wiener dogs (dachshunds) in all their variety-perfect for dog-lovers of every age!

Simple rhyming text and boldly graphic, funny illustrations show off the comically lovable proportions of the dachshund, with its short legs and long body, spirited nature, and cheerful temperament. Author Frann Preston-Gannon reveals a surprising variety of wiener dog looks and shows kids all the fun these little dogs have as they visit the beach, cavort in the snow, dig in the garden, jump to the ceiling, and even ride a skateboard--all the while giving a lesson in opposites.

·Richly colored, textured illustrations with lots of elements and funny things for kids to spot, from "hidden" bones to muddy footprints

·Rhyming text makes this a great read-aloud

·Ends with a bedtime moment, very appealing to parents

·Dachshunds are extremely popular; in fact, this breed is currently the 9th most popular in the US, according to the American Kennel Club

Genres: Picture Books, Childrens, Dogs

20 pages, Board Book

First published April 8, 2014

About the author

Frann Preston-Gannon is the author-illustrator of several books for children. She was the first U.K. recipient of a Sendak Fellowship, and her first picture book, The Journey Home, was nominated for the Kate Greenaway Medal. She is one-fifth of the design group Zombie Collective, which specializes in workshops and pop-up galleries. She lives in London.

Reviews

[Addie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Really cute. 21 month old and I really enjoyed it!

[Angel · Rating 4 out of 5]

My 3 year old daughter loved it so much! She memorized it and "read" it to me!

[Karla · Rating 5 out of 5]

But this

Lovely illustrations

Predictable text

Rhymes

Opposites

Quick and appropriate

Preschool aged

Recommended

[Ali Book&Seaglasshunter · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was one of my favorites to read to my children when they were babies and very young toddlers. They still like it today as preschoolers although we don’t read it as often. The book is very simple with just a type of dog (and it’s “opposite”) on most sets of pages. Pairs begin with a simple hot/cold, but also includes sillier types of dogs like a lots of spots dog or toed in knots dog. All of the dogs are dachshunds and they are illustrated in many different fun colors. There are also rabbits and coffee mugs hidden throughout the pages that are fun to find. My husband even made up a little movement to go along with each of the dogs, which the kids love. This book just proves that a really simple idea when well executed can be really fun.

[Sarah Paul · Rating 5 out of 5]

Hot Dog, Cold Dog by Frann Preston-Gannon is a favorite poetry book in our household! This book is intended for ages 3 to 7 years old but children younger can definitely enjoy this story. This book is about a group of wiener dogs who do fun things like visit the beach, play in the snow, dig in the dirt and play hide and seek. This book is filled with lessons in opposites. The rhyming and fun punch lines make the book exciting to young readers. The oversized pages, text and images are great for hands on children. It presents text and cursive, simple illustrations that describe each activity and a fun hidden paw print search. The text flows so easily and easy to remember. My daughter loves to finish the rhymes as I read! I think it is a great book to have on your bookshelf!

[Maria Shuffit · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fun, rhythmic book of opposites!

[Asher H.K. · Rating 4 out of 5]

I like dogs!

[Heather · Rating 4 out of 5]

Large board book with simple, silly text about dogs. Will work great for an extra filler storytime book.

[Katie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Toddler looooooves this book and all the dogs and bunnies she gets to point out. Checked it out a second time and she was definitely excited to see it again.

[Arlene · Rating 3 out of 5]

A cute book showing a dog going through different motions in different types of weather.

[Samantha Bilodeau · Rating 5 out of 5]

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I found this randomly on Amazon while looking at some other kids books (Hello, my name is Sam, and I am addicted to books for both me AND my son. *waves*). I am a big time dog lover and this looked cute!

It met and exceeded my expectations! The text are moderately simple examples of opposites, using dachshunds and some other animal friends. But it isn't just "Hot" - "Cold" for the majority. There is a "Hide and Go Seek Dog," for instance. The book has a good rhythm that has my son (3.5) "reading" along with me often. The words are also simple enough that I think this would make a good beginning reader book.

My favorite thing about this is the illustrations - I think good art in a kids' picture book is incredibly important since most kids are being read to rather than reading themselves. :) The illustrations are colorful and really bring out the meaning of the words, like "Cold Dog" is in the snow, wearing a hat and scarf, with a mug of hot drink in front of him.

Which brings me to something else I love: in almost every scene, there is a mug and a dog bone. Often, there is also at least one bunny, too. My son has loved finding the bone and "cup of tea" since he was about 2. I think his favorite is the page where the "tea" is knocked over and spilling.

Overall, this is a seriously cute picture book with wonderful re-readability (also important since any parent is likely to be reading the same book over... and over... and over... and over).

[Sarah · Rating 3 out of 5]

Cute book with entertaining illustrations. The baby, 19 months old, loves all things dog, and he got a kick out of the pictures. The 3 year old is picking up on word play and she enjoyed the text/illustration humor. The 5 year old was able to read some of the text on her own and felt very proud. Three stars rather than four because the font changes periodically and switches to cursive which, though stylish, made reading more of a challenge for our emergent reader.

[Baily Crawfor]

If you loved Eric Carle, you'll love Frann Preston Gannon. If you love dogs, (preferably dachshunds, as in my case) you will love Hot Dog, Cold Dog. Your kids will fall in love with these beautiful, bright illustrations and want to read it again and again. Meanwhile they'll be learning all about opposites. Definitely recommend for youngsters, my daughter is 5 and it is one of her favorites.

[Elizabeth · Rating 4 out of 5]

My 18 month old can't get enough of this oversized board book. I heard her chanting "hot dog, cold dog brrr; hot dog, cold dog brrr; hot dog, cold dog, brrr" in her crib before she fell asleep tonight, lol. For the little dog lovers in your life, this title is a must read.

[Robin · Rating 4 out of 5]

Cute dachshunds galore in this playful board book of opposites!

[Alyson (Kid Lit Frenzy) · Rating 4 out of 5]

a fun board book

[Kelly · Rating 4 out of 5]

An adorable book about dogs - with some rhyme - for dog fans of all ages. The art is lovely and very Carle-esque.

[Susie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great illustrations, really cute and helps children learn opposites. It reminds me of the Ted and Fred books from when I was a child!

[The Bougie Twins · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5 stars

[Michaela · Rating 5 out of 5]

Adorable book for ages 3-7! Cute and fun to read with colorful illustrations that all ages can appreciate!

[Kelly · Rating 4 out of 5]

Clever, catchy book of opposites.

[Beth · Rating 4 out of 5]

Adorable.

[Sharon · Rating 4 out of 5]

Story time children loved this story, bright illustrations, clever word plays.

[Tracy Schillemore · Rating 4 out of 5]

So cute. Great for dog lovers. Very short. Would be usable for preschool story time although the jk/sk children would enjoy it too.