P. Anastasia does a fine job of building the dilemma and tension in a picture book story that presents Puppa's startling discoveries in what must be the worst morning of his life.

Zoe Saunders brings her story to life with large-size, colorful, whimsical illustrations that keep kids and read-aloud parents engaged and wondering about the outcome of Puppa's terrible day.

A mystery, an adventure, and a warm-hearted story of a problem-solving pup contribute to a gentle tale that kids will find absorbing and fun.

This rhyming story of a puppy whose teacup has gone missing, imperiling his morning ritual, follows along as he searches for clues—and instead finds everything else, and everyone else, missing, too! His tummy rumbles, and his worry grows, but there’s a happy surprise waiting for the pup at the end of his investigation, including the revelation that his friends love him very much.

With throwback illustrations decked with bright details, this is a fun story that’s well suited to story time.

Anastasia's fun story features a dash of mystery that is clever and kid-friendly.