Cover of the book Sam's New Dog

Sam's New Dog

A boy and his new dog learn to play.

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 readers, told in short, easy sentences.

Book details

Book typeRead Along Book – Narrated in a real human voice with word-by-word highlighting and static pictures.
AuthorSippi S.
Ages5 to 7 years, also 3 to 5 years
GradeGrade 1
Reading levelLevel 2, Easy Readers
Length10 pages, 140 words, 2 minutes
CategoriesSpecial Education, Story Time, Animals
Interactive featuresDraw Your Doodle activity
LanguageEnglish

Where you can read this book

Reading and Math app: Read it here, plus Draw Your Doodle activity in the Reading and Math app.

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Read Along App: Read along narration with word by word highlighting.

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Quizzes and activities live in the Reading and Math app only. They are not part of the Read Along App.

Why read Sam's New Dog with your child

Beginner readers 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. Read it together and let your child follow the highlighted words 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 read for beginner readers 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 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?

10 pages, 140 words, about 2 minutes of reading time.

Is this book good for beginner readers?

Yes. It is written for beginner readers, with short sentences and a simple pattern that is easy to follow.

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