A sweet, rhyming dog-loves-kid/kid-loves-dog story, in which the kid uses a wheelchair, from an award-winning children’s poet and talented debut illustrator.

This playful puppy thinks she’s having the best day ever! She’s so happy to be out with her friend, she doesn’t even realize that she’s being a little naughty. But then he scolds her, and suddenly—Worst. Day. Ever. Will puppy be able to make amends and turn their day back around?

Join an exuberant, boundary-pushing pup and her exasperated boy in this reassuring picture book about friendship, unconditional love, and the challenges of trying to always be on your best behavior.

What happens when a fun day goes a little too far?

A Dog’s Point of View: Experience a day of fun, mischief, and making amends, all told from the perspective of one very exuberant puppy.
Inclusive Representation: A joyful story of a kid and his dog, featuring a main character who uses a wheelchair.
Social Emotional Learning: A gentle introduction to themes of forgiveness, empathy, and unconditional love when a pup’s best day turns into the worst.
Learning About Mistakes: A reassuring read for any child learning that it’s okay to make mistakes and that love means forgiveness.

Marilyn Singer