*AD – the items in this review was gifted to our family for this post. All opinions, as always, are our own.
Robin is a big reader in our household, as it’s one of her main hobbies. She even recently got to read to an anxiety dog at our local library, which really ties in well with Joe and Dusty Save the World – a children’s book all about a young boy with his own anxiety dog to guide him through life. As Robin is at an age where she can read on her own, I gave her the book and let her tell me about it whenever she was done with her daily reading.
Joe is the boy in the story and Dusty is his dog, who helps him feel calm and keep himself on track when it comes to doing household things that others might not need help with. There are a few pages talking about the relationship between Dusty and Joe, explaining how helpful a dog like Dusty can be and in what ways Joe is different from other kids his age, in his experience. Robin actually didn’t mention any of this when talking about the book, as to her, having people with differences are just apart of life – which is something that’s lovely to see.
Joe also has a few sisters, that all have different, highlighted hobbies, though this book is more focused on one specific adventure that Joe and Dusty have. One evening, while they are both asleep, Joe and Dusty are abducted by Aliens! This was Robin’s main focus when talking about the book, as she found the aliens to be funny and interesting. The aliens, as it turns out, had never had fun and no longer had emotions. This was something that Robin thought was strange, but Joe and Dusty helped the alien’s feel again.
This book is a rhythming book, but there are enough words on each page to make it a decent chapter book, which Robin read over the course of a week. The break down of chapters have some funny moments and wordplay, as well as more serious matters. The references within Joe and Dusty Save The World to people who might be a little different from the average are also fantastically written – some almost as just side notes about people Joe knows, which I do feel helps normalize everyone being different.
Robin enjoyed this book a lot and was happy that a young boy and his dog could save the world from aliens who don’t know emotions! She liked the drawings too, and how colorful each page was. I went through after and had a read, and do feel this is a great book for those who feel they might be a little different, those who might have friends that are a little different, or those who just like fun alien stories!
The graphics are so cool! I will get it for my daughter, I know she will enjoy it.
Sounds like an interesting read
I have always been very pro children reading and enjoying books. This has passed down to my grandchildren who love to read and always get excited by new books. I am sure they will love these stories
That is such a cute little book. The story sounds great, and I love the artwork.
I love books like this that feature pets. I’m a dog lover, so this one really speaks to me. I think it’s a great book for the kiddos.
my grandson would love this
What a lovely story and so inspiring too. It sounds like a great one for kids and very motivating!
This sounds very different and fun! Love a new book 🙂
Wow, this book looks and amazing and so gorgeous!
Sounds interesting my daughter would love it
This Joe and Dusty Save The World book is interesting. I’m sure my nephew will like to read this.
This sounds like an insightful fun read for children
This heartwarming blog post highlights the joy of reading and its impact on children’s lives. It’s inspiring to see Robin’s enthusiasm for reading and how it extends beyond personal enjoyment to meaningful interactions like reading to an anxiety dog at the local library. The connection between Robin’s experiences and the themes of the children’s book, “Joe and Dusty Save the World,” is beautifully portrayed, showcasing the power of literature to resonate with young readers on a personal level. It’s wonderful to witness Robin’s engagement with the book and her ability to share her thoughts and experiences through reading.
Always appreciate book reviews like this one as it’s hard to choose suitable titles from the hundreds that are published each year. Thank you.
I like the title! Two go to save the world. I’m sure it’d make children want to read it too.
This sounds like such a lovely book for kids. I do like the sound of the storyline and think the images shown look great.
Love the look of this book, my daughter loves reading.
Looks like such a cute book for the little ones. I love the illustrations too. Great review!
It really sounds like a lovely book and it is so great that she loves to read! I love that picture with the cat next to her too, so cute!
It looks like a nice book for kids. I can definitely gift one to my nephew
My granddaughter would love this
Such a great book and a fabulous giveaway too! I need to get a copy of this one as its the perfect addition to my kids library!
The artwork is amazing. A great little book.
My nephew loves these types of stories! I’ll have to get this book for him, I’m sure he’d love it!!
This is such a cool book for kids. the graphics are really eye-catchy and kids would absolutely love it.
This looks a nice book to read.
My daughter will devour any book which contains references to animals, this sounds like a great read.
My grandkids would love this
Beautiful read for our girls many thanks
I am hearing about this book for the very first time, but it sounds pretty interesting. Definitely would be a super wonderful book for children who like alien based stories! Lovely read!
I know someone who would lovethis!
This sounds like a excellent book
Sounds like the sort of book my nephew would love
cool book looks good.
This book looks really good I would love to win it
Looks a great book
I think my daughter would love this book
I love the book cover.
This would be nice to win for my daughter.
If I won, I’d gift this to my grandson.
Sounds like something my nephew would enjoy reading.