Pinkerton, Behave!

I recommend any book written by Steven Kellogg or illustrated by him, with the Pinkerton series being my favorite of his books. In this book they are tying to train Pinkerton. First at home, then with at a dog training school. What Pinkerton learns is: Come (jump through the window) Fetch (shred the ne......more

This is a great book that is easy to follow and has a good storyline. The reason it was challenged was because of the burglar in the story who is masked and armed with a gun. People challenge that this is too violent for young readers. While I may have a different opinion of how I view this book, th......more

This book is an oldie but a goodie. Pinkerton is a Great Dane, who has a lot of trouble learning their commands. So much so they flunk out of obeisance school. However, when the house is invaded by a burglar Pinkerton will save the day, even if the family has to use the “wrong” commands to get the “......more

Poor Pinkerton! This silly dog seems to disobey every command his owners give him. When told to fetch, he leaps over the fence! After Pinkerton is sent to obedience school to learn to behave, he quickly flunks out. But when a burglar comes into the family home, Pinkerton puts his skills to use to ch......more

Pinkerton isn't just a puppy. He's a NAUGHTY puppy. Making this book a natural fit for two-year-olds, and for miscreants of all ages. Pinkerton flunks at all his lessons. The last straw is how inept he proves at CATCH THE BURGULAR. If you ever loved a toddler who was on the disobedient side, you'll see......more