Chesapeake Play Day
A heartwarming adventure for young readers
Zora Aiken author David Aiken author
Format:Hardback
Publisher:Schiffer Publishing Ltd
Published:28th Jun '15
Currently unavailable, and unfortunately no date known when it will be back
Two playful puppies explore Chesapeake country but find that fun is elusive. In Chesapeake Play Day, they learn the value of home and friendship.
In Chesapeake Play Day, two spirited puppies embark on an adventure that takes them far from their familiar family farm. With excitement in their hearts, they set out to explore the beautiful Chesapeake country, eager to find fun and new friends. However, their journey proves to be more challenging than anticipated. As they wander, they encounter various people engaged in work, and despite their playful intentions, the puppies quickly realize that they can't join in on the tasks at hand.
The puppies also come across some local creatures, but none seem interested in playing with them. They watch people catching crabs, but the two pups soon learn that crabs and puppies don't mix well. Each turn they take leads them to new experiences, but none fulfill their desire for play. As the day progresses, the puppies grow tired and a bit discouraged, feeling that the fun they sought is always just out of reach.
Eventually, they return home, only to discover a lively party happening right in their own front yard. While their friends are enjoying the festivities with lots of food and laughter, the puppies find themselves too exhausted to join in. They reflect on their day, realizing that while they learned a lot, the joy of play will have to wait for another time. Tomorrow, they will understand that there truly is no place like home.
ISBN: 9780764348839
Dimensions: unknown
Weight: 590g
32 pages