Cover of the hearable edition of Sam's New Dog

Sam's New Dog

A boy and his new dog learn to play.

  • Audio-only book • Pure listening, no pictures, no words

About this book

Sam has a new dog. The dog is black and brown, and it loves to jump on Sam. Sam wants his dog to run and get the ball, but the dog does not run and get the ball. It jumps on Sam instead. A simple, happy story for beginner listeners, told in short, easy sentences.

Book details

Book typeHearable Book – Audio only. No pictures, no words on screen. Made for listening.
AuthorSippi S.
Ages5 to 7 years, also 3 to 5 years
GradeGrade 1
Reading levelLevel 2, Easy Readers
Length140 words, about 2 minutes of listening
CategoriesSpecial Education, Story Time, Animals
Interactive featuresAudio-only listening
LanguageEnglish

Where you can listen to this book

Reading and Math app: listen to it here, audio-only, no pictures, no words.

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Read Along App: audio-only listening, no pictures, no words.

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This edition has no quiz or activity.

Why read Sam's New Dog with your child

Beginner listeners need stories where every sentence is a small win, and this one gives them exactly that. The words are short, the pattern repeats, and your child can soon guess what comes next. Listen together and let your child follow the story as you go. When Sam tries a new idea, pause and ask what your child would try. It is a happy first story about a pet, a boy, and learning to play together.

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Inside the book

Sam has a new dog, black and brown, and the dog loves to jump on Sam. Sam wants to play fetch, but the dog has other ideas. It is a simple story about a boy, his dog, and learning how to play together.

Children gain confidence from short sentences and a repeating pattern they can soon follow on their own. It is a happy, easy story for beginner listeners at bedtime.

From the book: “Sam has a new dog. The dog is black and brown.”

Frequently asked questions

What ages is this book for?

It is written for ages 5 to 7 years, and also for ages 3 to 5 years.

Is this book narrated?

Yes. It is a hearable book, so a natural human voice tells the story for pure listening. There are no pictures and no words on screen.

Which apps carry this book?

Both the Reading and Math app and the Read Along App, as an audio-only edition. This edition has no quiz or activity.

How long is the book?

140 words, about 2 minutes of listening time.

Is this book good for beginner listeners?

Yes. It is written with short sentences and a simple pattern that is easy to follow by listening.

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