Part of the Beginner Books Series

The Digging-Est Dog

Hardcover

Grades Preschool – 2
Ages 3–7

Illustrated in full color. A dog who has to learn how to dig doesn’t stop until he has dug up the whole town.  

Beginner Books are fun, funny, and easy to read! Launched by Dr. Seuss in 1957 with the publication of The Cat in the Hat, this beloved early reader series motivates children to read on their own by using simple words with illustrations that give clues to their meaning. Featuring a combination of kid appeal, supportive vocabulary, and bright, cheerful art, Beginner Books will encourage a love of reading in children ages 3–7.

ISBN 9780394800479 (Hardcover)
Published on Aug 12, 1967
Published by Random House Books for Young Readers
Pages 72
Dimensions 6-1/2 x 9
Age Range 3-7 years
Grade Preschool - 2
Reading Level Lexile: 480L | Fountas/Pinnell: K

Al Perkins

Al Perkins was the author of several Bright and Early Books and Beginner Books, among them Hand, Hand, Fingers, Thumb; and The Ear Book. Perkins passed away in 1975.

Eric Gurney

Eric Gurney (1910–1992) was a well-known artist, cartoonist, and illustrator. Born in Canada, he later came to work for Walt Disney Studios in 1938, where he collaborated on Bambi and Pinocchio, among other films. He received a National Cartoonist Society Award for his work twice. He books include The Digging-est Dog, and Hand, Hand, Fingers, Thumb.

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