Hello, friends! Today, we read Say Hello To Zorro! by Carter Goodrich, a delightful and sweet story of two dogs learning how to become friends.

Mister Bud is a very happy dog. He has his own house, his own toys, his own bed, and most importantly, his schedule. EVERYONE has to stick to the schedule: wake up time, go for a walk time, nap time, greet and make a fuss time – everything must go in it’s proper order. One day, however, a stranger comes home with Mister Bud’s human: a bossy little pug named Zorro. Mister Bud and Zorro are immediately at odds; Zorro sleeps on Mister Bud’s bed with his own toys, and Mister Bud doesn’t like how Zorro crowds him. They simply can’t seem to find common ground… that is, until they suddenly realize that they keep the same schedule! Soon, they are finding lots of things in common, like their love of chasing cats and greeting their human at the door. And while they still sometimes disagree, Mister Bud and Zorro find that having a best friend to share their day with is worth it.

This one was so adorable. Anyone who has introduced a new dog to a home that already had one will recognize the distinctly familiar dance of two dogs working out a shared space together. And as the plot summary suggests, it also makes a wonderful metaphor for friendship: it’s often about making compromises, finding common interests, and working out how to fit into each other’s lives. The illustrations are too cute, giving tons of personality to the pudgy Mister Bud, as well as Zorro, the most hilariously severe-looking pug I’ve ever seen. The length is perfect for little ones, and JJ and I both enjoyed it very much. A precious and fun tale of two furry friends, and it’s Baby Bookworm approved!