Hound on a Scrounge

Hound on a scrounge

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Hound on a Scrounge

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Praise

“Perfect to hold your child’s attention……This book will be a treasured and much-read part of anyone’s library.”

- Jonathan Kemp

“Deliciously Scrummylicious!  A fun-packed and fun fact exciting way to read and learn about British Afternoon Tea.  A must-read!”

- Miss White

“I read this to my class today – they loved pretending to be doggies and were very excited to have a slice of history explained to them.  The children gave a round of applause as I finished reading the book.”

- Mrs C L Smedley

“So much fun for everyone…..Thanks to the author for so many giggles in my classes.  This kind of story is gold.”

- Mrs J A Dervish

“I bought this book for my friend’s daughter, and it has quickly become her favourite read.  She loves the interactions with Buddy.”

- Amazon customer

“A delightful story of historical facts.”

- E Pritchett

“Fun Fictional and so interactive! Myself and my five-year-old daughter love this book; it’s rare to find a book so hilariously interactive that includes interesting facts too.”

- Amazon customer

“Absolutely love this little gem.  Perfect gift for my Australian niece, who loves dogs with an English twist.”

- Amazon customer

“Brilliantly interactive to foster a love of books and reading with young children.”

- Amazon customer

About the book

Meet Buddy. Buddy is a doggy and he’d very much like to be your friend. How would you like to come under the table on a scrounge with him? But wait! First, you can’t be human. You have to be a doggy like him. Do you think you can? Don’t worry, Buddy will show you how and then you can eat an afternoon tea together. Well…kind of!

Join Buddy under the table as he takes you under his wing (or paw) and teaches you how to love the quintessentially British tradition of a yummy afternoon tea! A fun, interactive story for 3–6-year olds, Hound on a Scrounge also includes a brief history lesson on how afternoon tea came to be – the true version as Buddy sees it!

Don’t miss this ulti-mutt-ly charming story that will have everyone’s tails wagging!

Awards

Gold Mom's Choice Award

Gold Mom's Choice Award

Hound on a Scrounge has earned the prestigious Mom’s Choice Award®. Having been rigorously evaluated by a panel of MCA evaluators, Hound on a Scrounge is deemed to be among the best products/services for families.

A Finalist for the The Wishing Shelf Book Awards 2023

A Finalist for the The Wishing Shelf Book Awards 2023

"An interactive story, perfect for restless young readers. A FINALIST and highly recommended!" The Wishing Shelf Book Awards.

A Five Star Review - Readers Favorite

A Five Star Review - Readers Favorite

"Younger readers will relate to Buddy, and this story will help them approach reading as a game."

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Maria Bucci

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