Pippa's Puppy, Patch
A puppy who is afraid of the outdoors.
About this book
Patch is a brown puppy with white paws who belongs to Pippa, and the two are best friends. But Patch is afraid to go outside, where strange shapes and sounds wait beyond the door. When Pippa loses her teddy bear, Patch must find a way to help his friend. A gentle story about fear and friendship, ideal for bedtime reading.
Book details
| Book type | Read Along Book – Narrated in a real human voice with word-by-word highlighting and static pictures. |
|---|---|
| Author | Honor Head |
| Ages | 5 to 7 years |
| Grade | Grade 1 |
| Reading level | Level 2, Easy Readers |
| Length | 11 pages, 485 words, 4 minutes |
| Categories | Special Education, Story Time, Character Education, Friendship |
| Interactive features | Draw Your Doodle activity |
| Language | English |
Where you can read this book
Reading and Math app: Read it here, plus Draw Your Doodle activity in the Reading and Math app.
Get the Reading and Math AppRead Along App: Read along narration with word by word highlighting.
Get the Read Along AppQuizzes and activities live in the Reading and Math app only. They are not part of the Read Along App.
Why read Pippa's Puppy, Patch with your child
Fear of the outdoors is common in young children, and this story gives that fear a name and a friend. Patch is scared, and children will recognize that feeling at once. Reading it together lets your child talk about what scares them, and about what helps them feel brave. Pause when Patch hesitates, and ask what your child would do. The story shows that bravery is not the absence of fear, but doing something kind even while you are scared. It is a warm way to end the day, especially for a nervous child.
Talk about it together
- What things outside have ever seemed scary to you?
- What helps you feel brave when you are scared?
- How can you help a friend who feels sad?
Inside the book
Patch and Pippa are best friends who play chase, hide-and-seek, and catch together indoors. But Patch is afraid to go outside, where the trees, the swing, and the cat next door seem strange and scary to him. When Pippa loses her teddy bear, Patch faces a hard choice between staying safe inside and helping his friend.
Children gain a gentle lesson in courage and friendship, and words for their own fears. It is a calm, kind story for bedtime, especially for children who feel nervous or anxious about new places.
From the book: “Patch was a brown puppy with white paws, big eyes, and a soft, wet, shiny nose.”
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Frequently asked questions
What ages is this book for?
It is written for ages 5 to 7.
Is this book narrated?
Yes. It is a read along book, so a real human voice reads the story while words are highlighted one by one on screen.
Which apps carry this book?
Both the Reading and Math app and the Read Along App. The Draw Your Doodle activity is a Reading and Math app feature.
How long is the book?
11 pages, 485 words, about 4 minutes of reading time.
Is this book good for a nervous child?
Yes. It is ideal for bedtime reading and for nervous and anxious children, and it gives families a gentle way to talk about fear.
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