Doggy Whys?

Lila Prap has written another wonderful informational picture book, this time about dogs. Like she often does, Prap begins each double page with a question which she then answers seriously after providing several silly responses. Prap, as always, focuses on information which is great interest to young children and draws illustrations that are just as child-friendly.

“Why Do Dogs Bark?

Dogs bark because they have something to say. A loud, continuous bark warns members of a dog's family that something is happening—for example, ‘We have a visitor!' or ‘A car is driving past the house.' A slightly different bark might mean ‘I'm thirsty!' or ‘Why have you left me alone?'