Dogger: the much-loved children’s classic

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On the day she died, a post quoted a passage from Alfie, saying: '''Now we're real explorers'' said Mum. Sir Michael added: 'She is also a national treasure to parents, because many millions of them too have grown up with Shirley Hughes, and are now passing on their affection for her stories, her characters and her illustration, to their own children.

As with all of Shirley Hughes' books, the illustrations are intricate and beautiful with an authentic, homey feeling to them.Whatever other calamity has befallen him, this is fundamental, and important when writing marketable picture books for the youngest children. There are writing frames, role-play materials, display posters and vocabulary aids all tailored to your literacy lessons. The happy ending in which Dave gets his cherished "Dogger" back is a result of his sisters kindness and selflessness. This book would be good to use at circle time also to get the children to talk about things that mean a lot to them and they would be really upset if they lost, or when they have been in a similar situation in which they have helped somebody who was really upset.

Some of our partners may process your data as a part of their legitimate business interest without asking for consent. This enchanting tale follows the love affair between a boy, Dave, and his most treasured possession, his toy dog, Dogger. This story is a great read to share with those children of the EYFS/ early KS1, as it highlights the importance of respecting belongings and of respecting the belongings of others. The conflict-resolution plot gives the perfect sense of catharsis for the child reader and turns this book into a must-read.

If you enjoy the loose watercolour work of Shirley Hughes, check out illustrator Victor Ambrus, whose village below reminds me somewhat of a Shirley Hughes high angle view, as seen in many of her picture books.