When I learned that New York Times bestselling author John Lithgow had published another children’s book, I willingly volunteered to review it. I already was familiar with the success of his last seven books, his two Parents’ Silver Honor Awards, and his four Grammy nominations.
“I Got Two Dogs” is a natural bedtime story for young children aged two to six and a sure fire selection for early readers. Briefly, this is the story of two dogs that are as different as they can be, both well-loved by their owner. Since most kids love pets especially dogs, the tale is sure to hold their interest.
The prose is charming, almost poetical. The pages are filled with rhythm, meter, and rhyme. Consonation makes the words charming. The end’s repeating lines serve as a refrain. This book is sure to become a beloved favorite.
“I Got Two Dogs” is a winner. This book is a great opportunity to introduce critical thinking to the emerging reader. It builds reading interest and skill. Its illustrations are colorful and sure to catch little ones’ eyes. The best thing about every drawing is that it can be used to develop stories–for example, how dogs behave, play, and react to other animals.
Lithgow’s sings his story of the dogs Fanny and Sue on accompanying CD. I listened to it with the heart of a child and loved every moment. I could see myself turning the pages and following along. I could see a little boy or girl learning the words and singing it too.
The I Got Two Dogs: (Book and CD)
WIN IT!
Two winners of this giveaway will each a copy of the book “I Got Two Dogs”.
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THE SMALL PRINT.
US addresses only please. This contest will end on Thursday 07/16/09 at 11:59 pm est. If you’ve entered any of my giveaways before then you know that only comments containing all of the requested information will be eligible for entry. The winner must contact me to confirm they wish to receive the prize within two days of my email notifying them they’ve won. Good luck to everyone!
THIS GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED.
on Jul 10th, 2009 at 10:43 am
I’d read it to my 4 year old little boy.
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on Jul 10th, 2009 at 10:44 am
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on Jul 10th, 2009 at 1:50 pm
I would read the book with my (new!) nieces and nephews. Being an only child, I didn’t have any until I married, so I want to spend all the time with them that I can. Thanks!
on Jul 10th, 2009 at 3:42 pm
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on Jul 10th, 2009 at 3:42 pm
My 4 year old would love this
on Jul 10th, 2009 at 3:42 pm
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on Jul 10th, 2009 at 4:29 pm
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on Jul 10th, 2009 at 4:32 pm
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on Jul 10th, 2009 at 4:33 pm
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on Jul 11th, 2009 at 1:14 am
Lesley,
Thanks.
Pat.
on Jul 11th, 2009 at 1:14 am
Lesley,
Thanks.
Pat.
on Jul 11th, 2009 at 1:14 am
Lesley,
Hope you like my writing.
Pat.
on Jul 11th, 2009 at 1:15 am
Lesley,
Thanks.
Pat.
on Jul 11th, 2009 at 1:15 am
Lesley,
Thanks.
Pat.
on Jul 11th, 2009 at 1:15 am
Lesley,
Thanks.
Pat.
on Jul 11th, 2009 at 1:17 am
Shelly,
Hope you enjoy the blogs.
Pat.
on Jul 11th, 2009 at 1:18 am
Shelly,
Busy girl.
Pat.
on Jul 11th, 2009 at 1:22 am
Shelly,
I guarantee that.
Pat.
on Jul 11th, 2009 at 1:23 am
Shelly,
Reading is the key to life success.
Pat.
on Jul 11th, 2009 at 6:50 am
i have 2 greatgreatnephews who are in n. carolina. i can’t read to them but their young single mom could/would. as a single mom, she can’t afford much. but she would read to them if she had to book. so can this entry count please?
on Jul 11th, 2009 at 6:51 am
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on Jul 11th, 2009 at 6:52 am
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on Jul 11th, 2009 at 6:54 am
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on Jul 11th, 2009 at 6:54 am
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on Jul 11th, 2009 at 9:05 am
Sandy,
Hi.
Pat.
on Jul 11th, 2009 at 9:05 am
Sandy,
Glad you stopped in.
Pat.
on Jul 11th, 2009 at 9:06 am
Sandy,
I loved this book.
Pat.
on Jul 11th, 2009 at 9:06 am
Sandy,
Good luck with the contest.
Pat.
on Jul 11th, 2009 at 9:07 am
Sandy,
Thanks.
Pat.
on Jul 11th, 2009 at 9:08 am
Sandy,
Books are an education. Surround kids with books and let them see others reading and they get hooked themselves. Books open doors and worlds. I went to the library before I could read and still have a card I use. Good luck.
Pat.
on Jul 11th, 2009 at 9:15 am
Leslery,
That’s a win-win. They get love and the enjoyment of a world of immagination. You get love and helping mold their minds. Good job.
Pat.
on Jul 11th, 2009 at 9:45 am
Lisa,
Hi.
Pat.
on Jul 11th, 2009 at 9:45 am
Lisa,
It is a great way to bond and share values.
Pat.
on Jul 11th, 2009 at 10:47 am
I would read this to my 3yo daughter and to my 3yo granddaughter when she stays the night with us.
on Jul 11th, 2009 at 10:48 am
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on Jul 11th, 2009 at 11:25 am
Marci,
Isn’t being grandmom great?
Pat.
on Jul 11th, 2009 at 11:26 am
Marci,
Yi]ou must have loads of energy to cope wigth two three year olds with love.
Pat.
on Jul 11th, 2009 at 1:22 pm
I would read this book to my 2 young nephews.
on Jul 11th, 2009 at 1:22 pm
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on Jul 11th, 2009 at 4:19 pm
i think my 4yr old son would enjoy it.
on Jul 11th, 2009 at 4:19 pm
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on Jul 11th, 2009 at 11:55 pm
I would read this with Alison the dog lover in the family.
on Jul 12th, 2009 at 1:08 am
Kelly,
And Alison is how old? I loved the story myself thinking back to when my little girl was really that.
Pat.
on Jul 12th, 2009 at 1:12 am
Andrea,
Hi.
Pat.
on Jul 12th, 2009 at 1:13 am
Andrea,
I bet he would too.
Pat.
on Jul 12th, 2009 at 4:42 pm
I would love to read this darling book to my granddaughter. She loves cuddling on my lap and it would be fun reading this to her. She will be 3 soon and enjoys being read stories. Thank you!
on Jul 12th, 2009 at 4:42 pm
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on Jul 12th, 2009 at 4:42 pm
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on Jul 12th, 2009 at 6:38 pm
I would read this with/to my granddaughter. Thanks.
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on Jul 12th, 2009 at 7:07 pm
My 2 kids age 5 and 3 would be the lucky recipients if I were to be chosen. My 3yo son would be most appreciative!!
Thanks
on Jul 12th, 2009 at 7:27 pm
I would read this to my four year old granddaughter. Thanks!
on Jul 12th, 2009 at 9:09 pm
I would read this to my daycare kids.
on Jul 12th, 2009 at 10:15 pm
I would read it to my children.. I read to them everyday and they love it.. Books are the doorway to new worlds..
on Jul 12th, 2009 at 11:02 pm
Brooke,
Books are man’s past and future.
Pat.
on Jul 12th, 2009 at 11:10 pm
Mary,
The CD is a great followup tool.
Pat.
on Jul 12th, 2009 at 11:15 pm
Susan,
I wish my grandchildren weren’t growing so fast.
Pat.
on Jul 12th, 2009 at 11:17 pm
MMW,
The older would love the singalong CD.
Pat.
on Jul 12th, 2009 at 11:19 pm
Kathleen,
Reading to others makes a sgtrong bond.
Pat.
on Jul 12th, 2009 at 11:20 pm
Judy,
Hi again.
Pat.
on Jul 12th, 2009 at 11:20 pm
Judy,
Both of you are having fun this way. Good job.
Pat.
on Jul 12th, 2009 at 11:40 pm
My daughter the dog lover
on Jul 12th, 2009 at 11:44 pm
Abby,
Most kids do. It’s normal.
Pat.
on Jul 13th, 2009 at 2:05 am
i’d read it to my friends little girl
on Jul 13th, 2009 at 2:05 am
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on Jul 13th, 2009 at 2:06 am
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on Jul 13th, 2009 at 2:07 am
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on Jul 13th, 2009 at 8:44 am
I would love to read this to my 4 year old daughter
on Jul 13th, 2009 at 9:46 am
Susan,
Readint together creatrs strong bonds and mutual interests.
Pat.
on Jul 13th, 2009 at 9:51 am
Valerie,
Good luck with the entry.
Pat.
on Jul 13th, 2009 at 9:52 am
Valerie,
The CD that Lithgow performs is great for kids and kids at heart.
Pat.
on Jul 13th, 2009 at 9:52 am
Valerie,
The book is a winner.
Pat.
on Jul 13th, 2009 at 9:53 am
Valerie,
Do you blog much?
Pat.
on Jul 13th, 2009 at 9:56 am
Valerie,
Hope you come back again.
Pat.
on Jul 13th, 2009 at 9:57 am
Valerie,
What blogs do you like best?
Pat.
on Jul 13th, 2009 at 9:58 am
Valerie,
I bet she adores you.
Pat.
on Jul 13th, 2009 at 10:02 am
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on Jul 13th, 2009 at 10:46 am
I’d read this to my 5 year old nephew! Thanks for sharing, I didn’t know he had a new book!
on Jul 13th, 2009 at 11:03 am
I’d read it to my two youngest grandsons!
on Jul 13th, 2009 at 11:04 am
I became a subscriber via my email – thanks.
on Jul 13th, 2009 at 11:07 am
I added your button to my right sidebar at:
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on Jul 13th, 2009 at 1:13 pm
I would read this to my niece and nephew!
on Jul 13th, 2009 at 1:32 pm
I would read it to my nephew
jason(at)allworldautomotive(dot)com
on Jul 13th, 2009 at 1:50 pm
I would read it to my daughter, who loves books and dogs about equally. She’s also pretty fond of books about dogs.
on Jul 13th, 2009 at 2:57 pm
If I won, I’d read this book to my 2 sons – they’re 4 and 1.
on Jul 13th, 2009 at 2:58 pm
I’m an RSS subscriber
on Jul 13th, 2009 at 3:00 pm
I would read it to my son (who is 4) and my daughter (who is 6) — they would love it!
on Jul 13th, 2009 at 3:01 pm
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on Jul 13th, 2009 at 6:20 pm
I would read this book with my buddy Bryson.
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on Jul 13th, 2009 at 6:45 pm
I’m a teacher so I’d use this book in my classroom
on Jul 13th, 2009 at 7:07 pm
Hunter and Caden–nephews!
on Jul 13th, 2009 at 9:51 pm
I RSS’ed you through Google reader
Thanks for the chance to win!!!
on Jul 13th, 2009 at 9:51 pm
I twittered you !!!!
Thanks again
on Jul 13th, 2009 at 9:53 pm
I am following you
;o) Thanks
on Jul 13th, 2009 at 10:54 pm
This would be a nice gift for my grandson who loves dogs. I had no idea John Lithgow wrote books! How cool!
on Jul 13th, 2009 at 10:54 pm
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on Jul 13th, 2009 at 10:55 pm
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on Jul 13th, 2009 at 10:56 pm
Ally,
Congratulations.
Pat.
on Jul 13th, 2009 at 10:57 pm
Ally,
Glad to have you visit.
Pat.
on Jul 13th, 2009 at 10:57 pm
Ally,
Talented and versatile man.
Pat.
on Jul 13th, 2009 at 11:03 pm
Shawna,
You really do keep busy.
Pat.
on Jul 13th, 2009 at 11:04 pm
Shawna,
Way to go, girl.
Pat.
on Jul 13th, 2009 at 11:04 pm
Shawna,
Who will you read this to?
Pat.
on Jul 13th, 2009 at 11:08 pm
Trisha too,
Original names, family Irish?
Pat.
on Jul 13th, 2009 at 11:08 pm
Melissa,
You could even use this for a music lesson.
Pat.
on Jul 13th, 2009 at 11:09 pm
Wendy,
Bryson would love the pictures and the words.
Pat.
on Jul 13th, 2009 at 11:16 pm
Marie,
Check out the other contests.
Pat.
on Jul 13th, 2009 at 11:17 pm
Marie,
Good luck.
Pat.
on Jul 13th, 2009 at 11:17 pm
Lauren,
Hi.
Pat.
on Jul 13th, 2009 at 11:18 pm
Lauren,
The beauty of little kids is that you can read the same story to them again and again and they still love it–maybe even more–and they begin to read.
on Jul 13th, 2009 at 11:19 pm
a
I recommend this book definitely.
Pat.
on Jul 13th, 2009 at 11:20 pm
Jason,
Are you his role model?
Pat.
on Jul 13th, 2009 at 11:21 pm
Paula,
You mustg be a wonderful aunt.
Pat.
on Jul 13th, 2009 at 11:22 pm
Neas,
Thank you.
Pat.
on Jul 13th, 2009 at 11:22 pm
Neas,
Welcome.
Pat.
on Jul 13th, 2009 at 11:22 pm
Neas,
Aren’t grandchildren the best?
Pat.
on Jul 13th, 2009 at 11:24 pm
Victoria,
I wish I could read it to my granddauhter again and again but I don’t get the chance to see her very much so I sent it to her father to read to her.
Pat.
on Jul 14th, 2009 at 3:52 am
With my son.
He would love it.
on Jul 14th, 2009 at 10:09 am
Unfortunately, I don’t have kids of my own (yet, hopefully)… but I do have 2 nephews and a niece (under
who absolutely LOVE to read books and love to have sleep overs! I would definitely keep it in a safe place so that when they came over for a sleep over, we could read it before bed!
on Jul 14th, 2009 at 3:26 pm
read it to my kiddos
on Jul 14th, 2009 at 4:11 pm
I would read this book to my 3 year old daughter.
on Jul 14th, 2009 at 4:17 pm
Nicole,
Kids love thagt. As a mama and grandmama I know.
Pat.
on Jul 14th, 2009 at 4:18 pm
Mrs. Mommy,
We learn so much by doing just that.
Pat.
on Jul 14th, 2009 at 4:23 pm
Devon,
It is a grea book meant to be read and reread.
Pat.
on Jul 14th, 2009 at 4:27 pm
Emily,
What child wouldn’t?
Pat.
on Jul 14th, 2009 at 6:08 pm
I would read it to my 5 year old son.
on Jul 14th, 2009 at 6:09 pm
I am an email subscriber.
on Jul 14th, 2009 at 6:12 pm
I follow on twitter – username is justicecw
on Jul 14th, 2009 at 7:59 pm
I would read it to my niece and nephew
on Jul 14th, 2009 at 8:24 pm
Linda,
You are a good aunt and role model.
Pat.
on Jul 14th, 2009 at 8:27 pm
Christine,
Justice neabs what to you?
Pat.
on Jul 14th, 2009 at 8:30 pm
Christine,
Lithgow is so versatile and talented.
Pat.
on Jul 14th, 2009 at 8:31 pm
Christine,
Has he stafrted to read yet.
Pat.
on Jul 15th, 2009 at 10:48 pm
I would read it to my 2 year old son. He loves dogs.
on Jul 15th, 2009 at 10:48 pm
Subscriber through Google Reader.
on Jul 15th, 2009 at 10:49 pm
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on Jul 15th, 2009 at 10:49 pm
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on Jul 15th, 2009 at 11:05 pm
Paula,
Hi.
Pat.
on Jul 15th, 2009 at 11:05 pm
Paula,
Glad you stopped by.
Pat.
on Jul 15th, 2009 at 11:05 pm
Paula,
Hope you like the site.
Pat.
on Jul 15th, 2009 at 11:06 pm
Paula,
This book is a winner.
Pat.
on Jul 16th, 2009 at 12:22 am
I would give this to my 3-year-old daughter – she’s obsessed with “pup-pups” right now.
on Jul 16th, 2009 at 12:22 am
I follow on twitter – andthencrafts
on Jul 16th, 2009 at 1:12 am
Darcy,
way to go.
Pat.
on Jul 16th, 2009 at 1:13 am
Darcy,
I love the way they start talking and talking.
Pat.
on Jul 16th, 2009 at 10:27 am
I would read this to my 1 year-old daughter. She loves to say the word dog whenever she sees one, and I know she’d enjoy this book.
on Jul 16th, 2009 at 10:52 am
I would love this for my daughter.
on Jul 16th, 2009 at 10:52 am
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on Jul 16th, 2009 at 10:54 am
I’d read it with my daycare kids.
on Jul 16th, 2009 at 1:22 pm
I subscribe via my email – thanks.
on Jul 16th, 2009 at 1:23 pm
I have your button on my left sidebar – thank you.
on Jul 16th, 2009 at 1:25 pm
I would read this to my grand children- thanks.
on Jul 16th, 2009 at 1:44 pm
Neas,
Good choice for a read or sing-along.
Pat.
on Jul 16th, 2009 at 1:45 pm
Neas,
Thanks.
Pat.
on Jul 16th, 2009 at 1:45 pm
Neas,
You keep busy.
Pat.
on Jul 16th, 2009 at 1:51 pm
Mary,
You must love kids.
Pat.
on Jul 16th, 2009 at 1:51 pm
K. Rock,
Good.
Pat.
on Jul 16th, 2009 at 1:52 pm
K. Rock,
t is a book tha should be saved for one’s childrn’s childfen. It is timeless.
Pat.
on Jul 16th, 2009 at 1:52 pm
Beth,
Bet she would love hearing it sung by Lithgow.
Pat.
on Jul 16th, 2009 at 2:05 pm
I would read this book with and to my two pound puppies, GiGi & Spike.
on Jul 16th, 2009 at 3:24 pm
Zooey,
My boxer talks to me so why not?
Pat.
on Jul 16th, 2009 at 3:40 pm
I would read it to my nephew,maxx.
on Jul 16th, 2009 at 3:40 pm
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on Jul 16th, 2009 at 3:44 pm
My gorgeous nieces — of course — every one of them!
on Jul 16th, 2009 at 6:38 pm
I would read this to my 6yo son!
on Jul 16th, 2009 at 6:54 pm
I would read this to my grandson.
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on Jul 16th, 2009 at 6:55 pm
Subscribed.
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on Jul 16th, 2009 at 6:55 pm
I follow on Twitter – Janetfaye
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on Jul 16th, 2009 at 6:57 pm
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on Jul 16th, 2009 at 7:06 pm
I’d read this to my 3 year old daughter.
on Jul 16th, 2009 at 7:10 pm
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on Jul 16th, 2009 at 7:33 pm
I would read this to my daughter Emma.
on Jul 16th, 2009 at 8:20 pm
My granddaughter
on Jul 16th, 2009 at 8:51 pm
would love this for grandson who has 2 dogs
on Jul 16th, 2009 at 11:09 pm
i would read this with my niece she would love it
on Jul 16th, 2009 at 11:09 pm
following on twitter klp1965
on Jul 17th, 2009 at 2:15 am
Kathy,
Welcome.
Pat.
on Jul 17th, 2009 at 2:16 am
Kathy,
Love this book myself.
Pat.
on Jul 17th, 2009 at 2:19 am
Marge,
Good luck.
Pat.
on Jul 17th, 2009 at 2:24 am
Johannah,
How many nieces and no nephews or is it age?
Pat.
on Jul 17th, 2009 at 2:24 am
Jacque,
Maxx nam or nickname?
Pat.