Jahn-Clough, Lisa Little Dog; illus. by the author. 32pp/ Walter Lorraine Books 2006 ISBN 0-618-57405-0 $16.00 (Preschool)
Jahn-Clough’s Little Dog is a charming story about an unlikely friendship between a homeless dog and a despondent artist. Just when Little Dog loses hope that no one will ever love him, he meets Rosa. As the story unfolds, the reader begins to see that Little Dog and Rosa complete each other. Accompanied by this uplifting tale is a small amount of text. Jahn-Clough (My Friend and I) utilizes most of the pages with her large illustrations in order to successfully convey the characters’ feelings. Through a bold use of paint color and heavy black outlines, the illustrations transform from gloomy and dark to cheerful and intensely colorful, just like Little Dog and Rosa’s friendship. Although Little Dog has an unoriginal storyline and predictable ending, it is still an affectionate story that most children will find enjoyable.
Maggie Vetter, BGSU student
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