Tugger
The Pretzel Pup
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Tugger would crunch and crush Chinese noodles.
He'd lick up leftover apple strudels.
He would flick peanut shells into the air.
He'd slurp up spaghetti without a care.
BUT . . . try as they may and try as they might,
NO pretzels for him; he shut his mouth tight!
Tug would balance tomatoes on his nose.
He'd lick peanut butter from daddy's toes.
He would always lick his bowl clean.
He'd even eat a lima bean!
BUT . . . try as they may and try as they might,
NO pretzels for him; he shut his mouth tight!
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About the Book
One day Susan called her mother, Sandy, to tell her something quizzical about her puppy. Tugger, a handsome and always hungry Irish Terrier, would eat anything he found before him; but, the family had discovered, he would not eat a pretzel - no way, no how! And so what began as a curious observation, became a family challenge . . . how to get Tugger to eat a pretzel. The family's attempts and Tugger's refusal led to a comical story in poetry form by the mother/daughter pair. As you read the story, you will begin to wonder, what would change the puppy's mind . . . and that is the crux of the story. Love of family, pets, home and community comes through in their writing and in the colorful and humorous illustrations by Regina Anderson.
About the Author
Sandy Swann and Susan McKain are mother and daughter. They have a combined total of over 50 years of teaching experience with elementary age children. Their writing reflects knowledge of elements that appeal to young children. They believe that the rhythm and rhyme of poetry awaken young listeners and early independent readers to the beauty of our language. They know that children enjoy stories about adorable animals especially stories like this one, told with love and humor. The fact that this is a true story makes it even more comical. In addition, Regina Anderson is a talented illustrator whose renditions of Tugger's antics are delightful.