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Babymouse #8
Puppy Love
In the tradition of Snoopy, of Clifford, and of Lassie comes another great dog story for the ages . . . Babymouse: Puppy Love! Babymouse doesn’t exactly have a great history with pets–even her goldfish ran away from home. But all that’s about to change. Will Babymouse get the dog of her dreams? Will she ever find her missing fish? Find out in the eighth exciting Babymouse graphic novel! “Ruff! Four paws up!”–The Canine Courier Growing up, brother-sister team Matthew and Jennifer Holm had numerous beloved pets, including the creatively named Ruffy–best known for once sporting a pink mohawk and eating an entire chocolate birthday cake.
96 pages, Paperback
First published December 1, 2007
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About the author
Jennifer L. Holm
121 books1,728 followersJennifer L. Holm is a USA TODAY and NEW YORK TIMES-bestselling children's author with more than 9.8 million books in print She is the recipient of three Newbery Honors for her novels OUR ONLY MAY AMELIA, PENNY FROM HEAVEN, and TURTLE IN PARADISE and a Scott O'Dell Award for her novel FULL OF BEANS.
Jennifer collaborates with her brother, Matthew Holm, on three bestselling graphic novel series -- the Eisner Award-winning Babymouse series, the SUNNY series, and the Squish series. SQUISH is now an animated tv series on YouTube!
For more information, visit her website at www.jenniferholm.com.
Jennifer collaborates with her brother, Matthew Holm, on three bestselling graphic novel series -- the Eisner Award-winning Babymouse series, the SUNNY series, and the Squish series. SQUISH is now an animated tv series on YouTube!
For more information, visit her website at www.jenniferholm.com.
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March 18, 2018
Awwh, Babymouse wants a pet. She sure goes through them quickly. She loses all of them under her bed. You know if Babymouse does something well, no good can come of it.
Our house recently got a new puppy and so it seemed appropriate to read Puppy Love. This is the same as the other Babymouses. The narrator speaks directly to Babymouse at times. There are the same friends in the story and there are plenty of pets.
The art is 3 colors: Pink, black and white. I was entertained.
Our house recently got a new puppy and so it seemed appropriate to read Puppy Love. This is the same as the other Babymouses. The narrator speaks directly to Babymouse at times. There are the same friends in the story and there are plenty of pets.
The art is 3 colors: Pink, black and white. I was entertained.
February 4, 2010
I can definitley see why my second graders (and so many other students) love the Babymouse series. The books are in an easy to read format, very cartoon like. Also, they're thicker, so my little ones think they're reading "big kid books." The wacky humour and silly plot make the book a favorite of early readers. Girls are especially drawn to them, because of the color scheme, amoung other factors. However, I am a stickler for "quality literature" in kids hands. This series doesn't necessarily, in my opinion, hold many distinguishable attributes to fall into that category. Yet, something needs to be said for the pure enjoyment and entertainment my students gain from reading these books. I'm happy if my young readers can sit down and read a book for pleasure. If your students like Captain Underpants or Diary of a Wimpy Kid, they may connet with the Babymouse series!
January 13, 2011
I was searching the school library for graphic novels and saw this among the ones left. I have really wanted to get my hands on one of these to see if my students in 2nd grade would like them and whether it would be appropriate content. Well I read it while the students checked out books and the kids gathered around while I read it and laughed out loud several times. So there was definite interest even by the boys.
The pictures are cute in white and pink and the words for the most part I think are appropriate for 2nd grade and above. Some of the features like Baby Mouse talking to the narrator and some inferences may be beyond early 2nd graders I think mid year 2nd graders should have no problems.
My favorite chuckle was the animals hiding under the bed too funny! I also liked the talking back and forth between the narrator and Baby Mouse which is not a common thing in the graphic novels I have read so far. Pretty unique and a good example of adding voice to writing.
Overall I will definitely look into purchasing at least the Puppy Love volume of Babymouse and look into the other volumes as well!
The pictures are cute in white and pink and the words for the most part I think are appropriate for 2nd grade and above. Some of the features like Baby Mouse talking to the narrator and some inferences may be beyond early 2nd graders I think mid year 2nd graders should have no problems.
My favorite chuckle was the animals hiding under the bed too funny! I also liked the talking back and forth between the narrator and Baby Mouse which is not a common thing in the graphic novels I have read so far. Pretty unique and a good example of adding voice to writing.
Overall I will definitely look into purchasing at least the Puppy Love volume of Babymouse and look into the other volumes as well!
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November 28, 2012Babymouse Puppy Love is about a little mouse who loves animals.She has had many Goldfish but they keep dying, so Babymouse goes to get new animals. She tries many different animals including hamsters, turtles, farrots, Hermit Crabs and a few more, however they keep disappearing out of their cages and Babymouse cannot find them. Little does she know, they are all under her bed partying. One day, when Babymouse is sad because another one of her pets disappeared a random dog shows up with no collar. Babymouse names the dog buddy and take him in. She trains him, grooms him, and takes great care of him. When she is walking buddy one day the owner of the dog shows up and explains how he lost Lady which is the real dogs name and he takes her back home. Babymouse is sad to see the dog go but understands. I would recommend this book to any beginner readers and teachers. This is a great book that is funny and ties in different characters into the book including mickey and pluto, snoopy and Charlie Brown. This book is very creative and made me laugh, the way that it was written made it fun and easy to read and it was fun to look at all the pictures that go along with the text. I would definitely like to read some more of the Babymouse series in my future, they are cute and great books to read to children I think they would enjoy them thoroughly.
November 15, 2013
This is a very cute book about a girl trying to find the perfect pet. Babymouse's fish has died so she set out to find a new pet. She goes through several pets including a hamster,turtle, hermit crab, and even sea monkeys. Each time these pets mysteriously disappear leaving Babymouse looking for her next one and her mom finally refusing to spend any more money. One day, while sitting on her porch, a stray dog walks right up to her. Babymouse is allowed to keep him until his owner shows up. Babymouse doesn't realize the responsibility of taking care of a dog and has many problems with him until she figures out she needs to train him and then the dog behaves properly. Sadly the owner shows up to take the dog and Babymouse is left to find another pet.
Throughout the book the narrator talks to babymouse and makes comments and she seems to respond. The book was pretty funny with the bizarre things that happen like the animals that disappeared are actually all under her bed having a party. When babymouse imagines life with a new pet she dreams of exciting and happy times, like a dog saving her or in one episode she becomes the pig in Charolette's Web. It was very entertaining. The pictures are all pink, black and white and the illustrator has some pretty funny facial expressions on Babymouse. I would definitely recommend this series.
Throughout the book the narrator talks to babymouse and makes comments and she seems to respond. The book was pretty funny with the bizarre things that happen like the animals that disappeared are actually all under her bed having a party. When babymouse imagines life with a new pet she dreams of exciting and happy times, like a dog saving her or in one episode she becomes the pig in Charolette's Web. It was very entertaining. The pictures are all pink, black and white and the illustrator has some pretty funny facial expressions on Babymouse. I would definitely recommend this series.
July 6, 2010
A great graphic novel for girls; even the cover is pink. I like how the narrator talks to Babymouse and makes commentary on her choices. That definitely adds another layer of humor into the story. Babymouse is kind of - not obnoxious - but maybe high maintenance, but she does end up putting a lot of work into her pet only to be disappointed in the end; she is a likeable character and I found myself sympathizing with her quite a bit.
This probably hits the upper elementary crowd and would be great for a reluctant reader who wanted more girl-centric topics. It seems that so many of the graphic novels for kids are directed at boy-type themes that it's nice to see one at the opposite end of the spectrum.
Nothing obviously objectionable.
This probably hits the upper elementary crowd and would be great for a reluctant reader who wanted more girl-centric topics. It seems that so many of the graphic novels for kids are directed at boy-type themes that it's nice to see one at the opposite end of the spectrum.
Nothing obviously objectionable.
January 25, 2012
I love Babymouse! So reliably delightful, filled with humor and silliness with bits of lessons sprinkled in and allusion after allusion to (other) great stories.
The only reason Babymouse only gets 3 stars from me is I read too fast so it goes too fast - thus it doesn't have the sticking power for me to fall in love more. It's wonderfully rich cotton candy I can depend on, every time.
The only reason Babymouse only gets 3 stars from me is I read too fast so it goes too fast - thus it doesn't have the sticking power for me to fall in love more. It's wonderfully rich cotton candy I can depend on, every time.
October 26, 2014
I finished reading this to Annika before her nap and we started it again before bed on the same day. It's fine for the age group it's intended (middle grade school to middle school) and as an adult i appreciate the humor in the drawings and text.
March 24, 2009
aaawww that's so cute! (and wryly funny)
January 12, 2010
Adorable! I love this series of graphic novels. especialy this one.
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August 23, 2012Loved the reference to Charlotte's Web.
The best part of Babymouse is that both Kory and I have been reading them, so we can talk about the different parts.
The best part of Babymouse is that both Kory and I have been reading them, so we can talk about the different parts.
August 18, 2017
One of my favorite from the series.
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October 6, 2017
it is funny and the people of the world should try it
June 15, 2018
I liked this book a lot the thing i like about it is it tells the story though the pictures and the word really well and i understand it. The thing i did not like about it is it ended with a HAPPY ENDING just like always with these kind of books but i still love this series. so i gave this book 3 STARS!
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April 25, 2025Honestly the dog getting taken away at the end after the whole training sucks. I did enjoy seeing the underbed pet party
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November 22, 2015Title: Babymouse: Puppy Love (#8)
Author: Jennifer L. Holm and Matthew Holm
Illustrator: (if different than author)
Genre: Graphic Novel
Theme(s): Mice, Pets, Responsibility
Opening line/sentence:
Man’s best friend. Always there. In good times and bad.
Brief Book Summary: Babymouse does not have a great track record with pets, but she really wants a puppy. Mom says no, so baby gets a parade of pets who all go missing. Babymouse learns to train a dog, and surprises everyone because of it.
Professional Recommendation/Review #1: Horn Books
93 pp. Random (Random House Children's Books) 2007. LE
(2) 1-3 series. Mom vetoes a puppy, so Babymouse settles for a hamster, who quickly escapes. Hammy is followed by a turtle, ferret, salamander, etc.--all of whom vamoose. A stray dog gives our unlucky-with-pets heroine the chance to redeem herself. Babymouse's daydreams and (mis)adventures, shown in the loose-handed, pink-tinged illustrations, are as silly and sassy as ever in this eighth book about her.
Professional Recommendation/Review #2: PSU Libraries
Tanya D. Auger, Horn Book Magazine
When Goldy #5 goes belly-up, Babymouse is dead set against owning "another dumb fish." Mom vetoes a puppy, so Babymouse settles for a hamster instead. In record time, Hammy escapes. (His new owner, uh, left his cage open.) Hammy is soon followed by a turtle, a ferret, a salamander, and so on-and all vamoose with lightning speed. Where, oh where, have they gone? Babymouse never finds out, but readers do, thanks to the loose-handed, pink-tinged illustration showing the missing animals cavorting beneath a disco ball under Babymouse's bed. A stray dog gives our unlucky-with-pets heroine the chance to redeem herself, and she trains Buddy with the "biscuit method"-à la Pavlov-to sit, fetch, scrub, bake, and even calculate. Babymouse's success amazes everyone, including the dog's real owner, who, at book's end, strolls off into the sunset with "Lady." (Oops, Buddy's a girl!) Babymouse's daydreams and (mis)adventures are as silly as ever, but it's her interactions with the buttinsky narrator that make for some of the funniest sequences. When the narrator scoffs at the name Hammy, Babymouse retorts, "All right, smarty-pants. What would you name him?" "How about 'the handsome narrator'?" is the sassy reply.
Response to Two Professional Reviews: Both of these reviews are positive. Additionally, they both talk about the sassiness of the writing in this book. The first review explains that this book is silly, so that is what makes it great for young readers. The second review also applauds the writing in this book.
Evaluation of Literary Elements: The limited colors used in this book add to it. The words on the page were not overwhelming to read. The comic aspect of this book really enhanced it and made it that much more great. The font is a great size for new readers, and none of the pages have overwhelming amounts of words.
Consideration of Instructional Application: I would start a discussion with my students about why it is important to be responsible with pets. I would ask the children if any of them have any pets. Also, I would ask my students who do have pets what responsibilities come along with them. This could be turned into a lesson about taking care of animals and treating them well.
Author: Jennifer L. Holm and Matthew Holm
Illustrator: (if different than author)
Genre: Graphic Novel
Theme(s): Mice, Pets, Responsibility
Opening line/sentence:
Man’s best friend. Always there. In good times and bad.
Brief Book Summary: Babymouse does not have a great track record with pets, but she really wants a puppy. Mom says no, so baby gets a parade of pets who all go missing. Babymouse learns to train a dog, and surprises everyone because of it.
Professional Recommendation/Review #1: Horn Books
93 pp. Random (Random House Children's Books) 2007. LE
(2) 1-3 series. Mom vetoes a puppy, so Babymouse settles for a hamster, who quickly escapes. Hammy is followed by a turtle, ferret, salamander, etc.--all of whom vamoose. A stray dog gives our unlucky-with-pets heroine the chance to redeem herself. Babymouse's daydreams and (mis)adventures, shown in the loose-handed, pink-tinged illustrations, are as silly and sassy as ever in this eighth book about her.
Professional Recommendation/Review #2: PSU Libraries
Tanya D. Auger, Horn Book Magazine
When Goldy #5 goes belly-up, Babymouse is dead set against owning "another dumb fish." Mom vetoes a puppy, so Babymouse settles for a hamster instead. In record time, Hammy escapes. (His new owner, uh, left his cage open.) Hammy is soon followed by a turtle, a ferret, a salamander, and so on-and all vamoose with lightning speed. Where, oh where, have they gone? Babymouse never finds out, but readers do, thanks to the loose-handed, pink-tinged illustration showing the missing animals cavorting beneath a disco ball under Babymouse's bed. A stray dog gives our unlucky-with-pets heroine the chance to redeem herself, and she trains Buddy with the "biscuit method"-à la Pavlov-to sit, fetch, scrub, bake, and even calculate. Babymouse's success amazes everyone, including the dog's real owner, who, at book's end, strolls off into the sunset with "Lady." (Oops, Buddy's a girl!) Babymouse's daydreams and (mis)adventures are as silly as ever, but it's her interactions with the buttinsky narrator that make for some of the funniest sequences. When the narrator scoffs at the name Hammy, Babymouse retorts, "All right, smarty-pants. What would you name him?" "How about 'the handsome narrator'?" is the sassy reply.
Response to Two Professional Reviews: Both of these reviews are positive. Additionally, they both talk about the sassiness of the writing in this book. The first review explains that this book is silly, so that is what makes it great for young readers. The second review also applauds the writing in this book.
Evaluation of Literary Elements: The limited colors used in this book add to it. The words on the page were not overwhelming to read. The comic aspect of this book really enhanced it and made it that much more great. The font is a great size for new readers, and none of the pages have overwhelming amounts of words.
Consideration of Instructional Application: I would start a discussion with my students about why it is important to be responsible with pets. I would ask the children if any of them have any pets. Also, I would ask my students who do have pets what responsibilities come along with them. This could be turned into a lesson about taking care of animals and treating them well.
February 25, 2016
I think this book can give kids who read it a sense of responsibility. Everything about this book is funny- the artwork, the narration, and the story line- it’s great! Basically Babymouse ha a fish, then she finds out the fish died, so she asks her mom for another one and then after school they go get one. Next day, this fish is dead too (That was Goldy #5 by the way). Then she goes through a hamster, a turtle, a ferret, a salamander, a hermit crab, Venus flytrap, and even sea monkeys. Loses them all. Finally, her mom says no more because they all keep escaping. Little does Babymouse know, they are all under her bed having a party. Her best friend Wilson helps her out and builds her an ant farm for free- but when she wakes up they’re all over her room. Typical. After all this, Babymouse finds a stray dog and convinces her mom to let her keep him at least until they find the owner. She trains the dog after “he” chews up all her shoes, her room, and does no-no’s (as my grandma would call it) in her room. Once he is trained and washed, she falls in love with “him”. All that and then when she takes “him” on a walk the owner shows up and takes her, Lady, (it as a girl all along, Babymouse never thought to check before naming the dog Buddy) away. Babymouse is devastated. The last page shows a row of milk cartons with the names and pictures of all her lost animals on them-super funny!
November 13, 2012
Reviewed by Me for TeensReadToo.com
Babymouse is back, and she has a bit of a dilemma. She really, really, really wants a dog. Seeing as how her last pet-owning experiences haven't turned out so well, though, mom isn't having any of her pleas and begging. Sure, you could feel sorry for Babymouse, but you have to admit that the belly-up goldfish, escaped hamster, runaway turtle, disappearing ferret (need I go on with the salamander, hermit crabs, Venus Flytraps, or sea monkeys?) have mom worried about her ability to take care of a dog.
But Babymouse, being Babymouse, has big plans for this dog that she'll have, which will include proper care, feeding, walking, and grooming. Perhaps a dog show. When she finds a stray dog without a collar, it's love at first sight! Even though the dog doesn't any of the names she picks out for it and can't seem to behave for even a minute, Babymouse just knows this mouse-dog relationship is meant to be.
Or is it?
As always, this eighth adventure starring Babymouse is another winner. You can't help but love her, even when her schemes go wrong, or her hilarious daydreams take a turn for the worse. Sister/brother team Jennifer L. and Matthew Holm have got Babymouse down to a science, and I for one can't wait to see what she comes up with next!
Babymouse is back, and she has a bit of a dilemma. She really, really, really wants a dog. Seeing as how her last pet-owning experiences haven't turned out so well, though, mom isn't having any of her pleas and begging. Sure, you could feel sorry for Babymouse, but you have to admit that the belly-up goldfish, escaped hamster, runaway turtle, disappearing ferret (need I go on with the salamander, hermit crabs, Venus Flytraps, or sea monkeys?) have mom worried about her ability to take care of a dog.
But Babymouse, being Babymouse, has big plans for this dog that she'll have, which will include proper care, feeding, walking, and grooming. Perhaps a dog show. When she finds a stray dog without a collar, it's love at first sight! Even though the dog doesn't any of the names she picks out for it and can't seem to behave for even a minute, Babymouse just knows this mouse-dog relationship is meant to be.
Or is it?
As always, this eighth adventure starring Babymouse is another winner. You can't help but love her, even when her schemes go wrong, or her hilarious daydreams take a turn for the worse. Sister/brother team Jennifer L. and Matthew Holm have got Babymouse down to a science, and I for one can't wait to see what she comes up with next!
November 26, 2012
This Babymouse story called Puppy Love is about how Babymouse has never been able to keep a pet very long. Her fifth goldfish has just died and she really wants another pet. So, her mother lets her buy a hamster from the local pet store. Babymouse, being who she is, leaves the cage door open when it is time for her to eat dinner. When she returns to her room, the hamster has escaped. For the next week, Babymouse returns to the pet store everyday to get a new pet because she loses each one the same day she buys it. She buys a turtle, a ferret, a salamander, a hermit crab, a Venus flytrap, and even some sea monkeys. Little does she know that they are all hanging out under her bed having a party. Even her fourth goldfish, who didn't die, just disappeared, is under there.
Babymouse is the perfect role-model for young girls. Does she do everything right the first time she tries? No, Babymouse is not infallible. In fact, she makes lots of mistakes. Hopefully, she learns from her mistakes and becomes a better person or mouse in this instance. The artwork in Babymouse Puppy Love is brilliant and the story is very engaging. After all, what child doesn't want their very own dog? A dog loves you without reservations. A dog will follow you where ever you go. A dog only wants to spend time with you. I would recommend this series of stories to an child ages kindergarden to 3rd grade.
Babymouse is the perfect role-model for young girls. Does she do everything right the first time she tries? No, Babymouse is not infallible. In fact, she makes lots of mistakes. Hopefully, she learns from her mistakes and becomes a better person or mouse in this instance. The artwork in Babymouse Puppy Love is brilliant and the story is very engaging. After all, what child doesn't want their very own dog? A dog loves you without reservations. A dog will follow you where ever you go. A dog only wants to spend time with you. I would recommend this series of stories to an child ages kindergarden to 3rd grade.
July 5, 2011
Babymouse wants a pet. Unfortunately, it's proving a little more difficult to get one than she'd hope. While she dreams of a dog, her parents won't let her have one. Then, her fish dies. After that, she gets a hamster - but she loses him. She then loses a host of other pets including ferrets and turtles. Clearly, pets aren't in the cards for this little mouse. As luck would have it - Babymouse finds a dog! Unfortunately again, the dog she finds turns out to be a handful. Just as Babymouse completes training the dog to do all manner of tricks - his owner shows up. Poor Babymouse.
Puppy Love is illustrated in black, white, and occasionally pink. Having never read the Babymouse books before - I surmised that the pink interjections throughout the book (that occasionally seem to come out of nowhere) must be representations of Babymouse's dreams and thoughts. Once I realized this - reading went smoother. Babymouse gives beginning readers a way to read a meatier story without feeling overwhelmed by difficult words. The illustrations are a bit blocky and sketch-like, but in this application - they work.
Puppy Love is illustrated in black, white, and occasionally pink. Having never read the Babymouse books before - I surmised that the pink interjections throughout the book (that occasionally seem to come out of nowhere) must be representations of Babymouse's dreams and thoughts. Once I realized this - reading went smoother. Babymouse gives beginning readers a way to read a meatier story without feeling overwhelmed by difficult words. The illustrations are a bit blocky and sketch-like, but in this application - they work.
October 12, 2009
I chose to read this book because I'm making a concerted effort o read more "girl's lit" and you can't get more girly than books with pink covers! I also read this book because there is a HUGE Babymouse contingent in my Children's & Adolescent Lit. class. People who love this book really LOVE this book. The good news was that the book wasn't horrible at all. the bad news was that I can't honestly say that I love the book as much as my classmates do.
There were definitely aspects of the book that I enjoyed. It was funny and (sorry, Professor Teale) cute. It dealt with themes that seem relevant to its target audience (pets, being responsible). I especially liked Babymouse's conversations with the unseen narrator. But while there were things about the book that I liked, I just didn't see what the big deal was. It definitely didn't change my life, but maybe that wasn't the point. I'm all for a little escapist reading from time to time, so if that's what you want, this book would definitely fit the bill
There were definitely aspects of the book that I enjoyed. It was funny and (sorry, Professor Teale) cute. It dealt with themes that seem relevant to its target audience (pets, being responsible). I especially liked Babymouse's conversations with the unseen narrator. But while there were things about the book that I liked, I just didn't see what the big deal was. It definitely didn't change my life, but maybe that wasn't the point. I'm all for a little escapist reading from time to time, so if that's what you want, this book would definitely fit the bill
March 18, 2021
I can see why children would really enjoy this book. I enjoyed how the Protagonist’s Characterization developed throughout. In the Introduction, she is immature and incapable of tending to any lives but her own, while begging her mom for a dog. Throughout the Rising action, her mom gets her many pets that she ends up killing or losing (only to find out they are all secretly gathering to party under her bed, I thought that was funny). Her mother stops getting her pets halfway through and then the Climax occurs when a stray mysteriously appears at her front door. Her mom allows the dog to stay as long as she’s taking care of it. Throughout this time, the Protagonist develops into a well-situated individual, able to handle adversity and tough tasks until the dog is so well training that he receives compliments from total strangers on the street. In the Resolution, the dog’s owner appears at the Protagonist’s house to take him home and the protagonist is upset at first, then realizes how much she has grown on behalf of the dog and is very proud of herself.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
June 7, 2016
Babymouse’s latest fish has gone to the great fish bowl in the sky and it is time for a new pet. Babymouse would love a kitten or puppy, but her parents would like her to prove her pet owner skills with something less taxing first. And boy, does she fail epically! Somehow pet after pet after pet disappears quite quickly after arriving at Babymouse’s house. Eventually her mom draws the line and says no more, but when a lost dog shows up Babymouse gets one more chance. Babymouse quickly finds that taking care of a dog is no easy feat.
The secret backstory of what’s happening to Babymouse’s pets is quite funny. It was my favorite part of the book. This is a good one for kids who think they want a pet. Babymouse learns the hard way all that pet care involves and will give readers a good reality check. Of course, she eventually enjoys some of the perks too, so it is well-balanced. Quite cute and fun.
No content issues.
The secret backstory of what’s happening to Babymouse’s pets is quite funny. It was my favorite part of the book. This is a good one for kids who think they want a pet. Babymouse learns the hard way all that pet care involves and will give readers a good reality check. Of course, she eventually enjoys some of the perks too, so it is well-balanced. Quite cute and fun.
No content issues.
November 27, 2012
Babymouse Puppy Love is he first Babymouse book I have ever read. I thought this book was very cute and very fun to read. I really like how the book was written with pictures and text, I have never read a graphic novel before. Some pages I had trouble figuring out the order I was supposed to view some of the pictures and read some of the captions. This book would be very fun for young readers who are beginning to read bigger books. Between the pictures and the text this book has great detail. The story itself is very funny and I think that kids could learn actual lessons from Babymouse. After reading this book I am interested in reading more graphic novels and seeing the different writing styles of different authors. I would recommend this book to any young reader who enjoys a great story and fun pictures.
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November 27, 2012In Babymouse puppy love her fifth pet goldfish has just died, it is hard for her to keep pets. She wants a new pet so her mom gets her a hamster, and she leaves the door open on the cage and it runs away. Everyday Babymouse has to keep going to the pet store because she keeps losing her pets that same day that she gets them. All of her pets are actually hanging out underneath her bed having a party. A lost dog walks up to Babymouse and her mother tells her that she can keep the dog until they find the owner. She names the dog buddy, and he chews up all of Babymouses stuff Babymouse decides that buddy needs to be trained. This is such a cute story. This book should be used to teach children how to be responsible. They can learn that If they have an animal then they need to take care of it and make sure it does not die or run away.
November 28, 2012
"Puppy love” is a humorous graphic novel about a character named Babymouse. Babymouse wants a pet because she thinks her fish is gone. Apparently, Goldie saw the dead fish and hid it under the bed. Baby mouse got many pets but they all ended up underneath the bed. She had hammy the hamster, tommy the turtle, and several others. Then she finds a puppy that she thinks is a stray. The puppy and Babymouse go through many comical adventures. By the end, they found the trainer who owned the dog. This book teaches a good lesson about the responsibility that comes with owning a pet. This comic book set up of this graphic novel makes it fun to read.
Activity: Have the kids cut out and color the different animals in the novel. Then have them hold up the animal when they are in the scene.
Activity: Have the kids cut out and color the different animals in the novel. Then have them hold up the animal when they are in the scene.
June 4, 2012
This is the first book in the Babymouse series that I've read. I figured I'd wait to see if our girls wanted to read this series, but when I volunteered at our oldest's third-grade classroom during reading time, one of the girls I read with chose this book. It was a fairly entertaining story and I thought it was quite humorous that Babymouse's pets kept taking off and hanging out together. The storyline was somewhat predictable, but not overly annoying and I'm sure we'll be reading more of these stories.
June 2012 update: Our youngest really likes these books. They are quick reads and she read two of these books today. I'm sure that we'll quickly read through this series.
June 2012 update: Our youngest really likes these books. They are quick reads and she read two of these books today. I'm sure that we'll quickly read through this series.
April 1, 2012
Puppy love was also another good graphic novel. I did notice in all of Jennifer Holm's babymouse novels that it starts off with babymouse's dream and then quickly turns into reality. This novel was quite funny to read because of her continuous lack of keeping track of her pets. It was funny to find out that all of her previous pets had accumulated under her bed and would talk and have parties. This definitely teaches the lesson of responsibility. I thought the end of this book could have ended with a happier ending. It didn't seem like babymouse had learned her lesson and I got the feeling that she was very ungrateful. Overall, I think children would love this book because most children love reading about animals.
March 23, 2013
This cute little graphic novel was surprisingly funny. I have been hesitant to read the series because of how girly the books look on the shelf. I prefer books that I can recommend to both boys and girls, and the boys really do not want to read a pink book with "baby" in the title. But I gave it a try and was pleasantly surprised; the narrator interaction with Babymouse is witty and there is good pacing and balance between daydreams and reality. The book is thick and sturdy, which is perfect for little hands. I only wish the titles were slightly less girly! I really think the boys would enjoy the humor as well.
January 11, 2008
Babymouse is back in this 8th installment of the popular graphic novel series. In Puppy Love, Babymouse's beloved fish, Goldie #5, has died. Is it time to replace her with a different kind of pet? Mom says no to a llama, so Babymouse tries out various kinds of pets, all of which get out of their cages and disappear. When Babymouse finds a stray dog, she thinks her pet-searching days are over! But does she have the perseverance to take care of the dog? Another hit from brother-sister team Matthew Holm and Jennifer L. Holm. Hand this one your favorite dog person.
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