Description

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Join in Ruffles's adventures as he faces all the troubles of toddler life in this brightly colored picture book series.

Ruffles loves a lot of things, like digging, running, and sleeping. He does not love loud noises, especially at night. When Ruffles sees a flash and hears a loud bang, he knows that can only mean one thing: a thunderstorm! But there’s no place in the house that feels like just the right hiding spot from the storm outside. Hiding places should be quiet, safe, and most of all, cozy. That’s when Ruffles realizes the best place to be is his very own bed where the loud noises—and the storm—don’t feel so scary.

About the Author

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David Melling grew up in London and has illustrated for magazines and advertising agencies as well as animated TV and film. He is the creator of the Hugless Douglas series and the picture book The Kiss That Missed, which was short-listed for the Kate Greenaway Medal. The creator of around 150 books in over thirty languages, David Melling lives near Oxford, England, with his wife and their two children.

Praise For…

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Melling’s charming, headstrong puppy confronts fears in his fourth outing, which is sure to comfort little ones scared of storms and other noises. . . . Fans of this adorable pup will giggle their fears away.
—Kirkus Reviews

Ruffles is quite possibly the most adorable puppy in picture books today. The simple text and lively drawings capture canine expressions, emotions, and actions perfectly, while putting smiles on viewers’ faces. Fun for reading aloud.
—Booklist