Dogosaurus Rex

Reviewed by: Terri Bauld - Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library, Kennebunkport, Southern Maine Library District

Review Date: May 4, 2018

Review

Sadie is an standout to young Ben who is trying to pick out the best dog in the world at the local shelter. Sadie certainly does standout, considering that she is actually a Tyrannosaurux Rex! But to the people in the story, she is just a "somewhat unusual" dog. Ben's mom notes that her bark (roar) is quite loud, but Ben is certain this is the pet he wants. Challenges begin when Sadie does a few tricks that result in a crushed car, destroyed fruit stand and demolished mail truck. And this is just the beginning. Cleaning up after your pet dinosaur is huge as well as smelly! And, giving Sadie a bath at the lake is not a good idea. Just when Sadie is about to go back to the shelter, she redeems herself by helping to capture a robber. Now the community embraces her and she becomes the most popular dog in town.

An outstanding picture book that will appeal to dog lovers and young dinosaur enthusiasts. The watercolor illustrations are exactly right for this charming small town story with a timeless appeal. The sweet dinosaur is never scary looking even when she is chomping innocently on a mail truck. A wonderful book to share at story times as well as for children to read on their own.

Overall Book Score: excellent