Poor Puppy! Level 3-5

Poor Puppy! tells the humorous tale of a mischievous puppy who runs off with a collection of household items, even managing to tangle himself with a thorny rose bush! This playful narrative captures young readers' attention with its repetition, rhythm, and fun illustrations. Featuring high-frequency words and common phonemes like /p/, /th/, and rimes such as "hat/mat" and "truck/duck," the story supports phonics and early word recognition. As readers follow Puppy's escapades, they build skills in rhyme, prediction, and comprehension, and they're encouraged to reflect on cause and effect. The book also serves as an excellent model for imaginative writing and storytelling, helping children develop their own narratives through familiar structure and vocabulary.

Educational Benefits

• Encourages decoding skills using onsets and rimes
• Supports independent reading and fluency
• Develops understanding of story sequencing and character actions
• Reinforces the use of texts as models for writing activities

Classroom Ideas

• Re-enact Puppy's journey using classroom props or toy animals
• Create a class œLost and Found story inspired by Puppy's items
• Write speech bubbles for Puppy and the other characters
• Discuss pet care and responsibility using Puppy as a springboard

Safety & Information

• Suitable for ages 5+
• Book dimensions: 14.5cm x 16.5cm; 16 pages
• Crayons and art materials should be non-toxic and child-safe
• Adult supervision recommended during group story dramatisation