{"product_id":"the-girl-who-thought-she-was-a-dog-clare-balding-world-book-day-paperback","title":"The Girl Who Thought She Was A Dog by Clare Balding - World Book Day - Children's Fiction - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nCondition: Brand New\u003cbr\u003e\nFormat: Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\nISBN: 9780241323731\u003cbr\u003e\nPublisher: Puffin\u003cbr\u003e\nAge Range: 7+ years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Girl Who Thought She Was a Dog is a warm, funny World Book Day story from broadcaster and bestselling author Clare Balding. Perfect for confident young readers, it follows Fennel, a girl utterly convinced she has more in common with her beloved dog Twiglet than with other humans. Packed with heart, humour and a gentle message about self-belief, it's an ideal quick read for animal-loving children aged seven and up, and a lovely introduction to Balding's much-loved children's fiction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nFennel and her dog Twiglet are inseparable best friends. They eat together, nap together in the same basket, and spend every spare moment playing fetch in the park. Twiglet understands Fennel better than anyone else in the world, including her secret, life-long ambition: to win Crufts. There's just one small problem standing between Fennel and canine glory — she isn't actually a dog, and competitions for dogs don't tend to accept girls as entrants, no matter how convincingly they can fetch a stick or beg for treats. Undeterred, Fennel sets out to prove that being different doesn't mean you can't chase your dreams. Written especially for World Book Day 2018, this short, funny novel captures Clare Balding's trademark warmth and love of animals in a fast-paced story readers can finish in one sitting. It's a wonderful choice for reluctant readers, dog lovers, and anyone who has ever felt a little different from everyone else, with likeable characters and an uplifting message about embracing your own quirks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWritten by bestselling broadcaster and author Clare Balding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShort, accessible World Book Day format — great for confident readers aged 7+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFunny, heart-warming story about friendship between a girl and her dog\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEncourages self-belief and celebrates being different\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerfect gift for animal and dog-loving children\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand new paperback, ideal for home reading or classroom libraries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nClare Balding is a much-loved British broadcaster, journalist and author, known for her sports and nature presenting on television and radio. Her first book for adults, My Animals and Other Family, was a number one bestseller and won Autobiography of the Year at the Specsavers National Book Awards. She has also written a popular series of children's fiction inspired by her lifelong love of animals, including her horse racing adventures. The Girl Who Thought She Was a Dog brings her warmth, humour and animal expertise to a younger audience in this specially written World Book Day title.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love This Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA funny, feel-good story that dog lovers and reluctant readers alike will race through, The Girl Who Thought She Was a Dog combines humour, heart and a lovable canine friendship — perfect for animal-mad children aged 7 and up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease Note: Cover shown is the UK edition; ISBN 9780241323731 is the UK paperback edition dispatched.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Clare Balding","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43569961304301,"sku":"SNG12420","price":0.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0642\/4549\/8093\/products\/the-girl-who-thought-she-was-a-dog-clare-balding-paperback.jpg?v=1784326636","url":"https:\/\/www.letsbuybooks.com\/products\/the-girl-who-thought-she-was-a-dog-clare-balding-world-book-day-paperback","provider":"Lets Buy Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}