About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is navigating the physical and social awkwardness of losing teeth or if they are prone to 'clumsy' mistakes that cause embarrassment. It offers a hilarious, lighthearted way to discuss the fact that some phases of growing up are simply messy and hard to control. The story follows Pinkerton, a Great Dane whose desperate need to chew while teething leads to an accidental disaster at a museum dinosaur exhibit. Through Pinkerton's chaotic journey, children see that while their impulses can lead to trouble, they are still deeply loved and supported by their family. It is a perfect choice for kids aged 4 to 8 who appreciate slapstick humor and need a gentle reminder that their 'growing pains' are a normal part of life.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book is entirely secular and lighthearted. While there is property destruction (the skeleton collapses), the resolution is comedic and hopeful rather than punitive.
