Pugtato Finds a Thing

By Sophie Corrigan and Zondervan

What do you get when you cross imaginative and loveable characters, enchanting and inspiring illustrations and a giggle-inducing story? Pugtato, a simple, good spud and a hilarious mashup of pet and vegetable characters by the inimitable illustrator Sophie Corrigan! Join Pugtato and his cute and quirky spuddies in this heartwarming picture book that celebrates the power of friendship, compassion, and believing in your own unique gifts.

When Pugtato’s simple, quiet life is disrupted after he digs up a strange object in his garden, he enlists his best “spuddies” to help (they are more clever than he is, after all). Tweetroot is certain it’s a new egg for her nest. Tomatoad is quite sure it’s a toy just for him. And Purrsnip simply won’t stop scratching it! Luckily, Pugtato has another very special spuddy to ask …

Pugtato Finds a Thing delivers:

• A delightful, giggle-inducing, rhyming , read-aloud story perfect for kids ages 4-8
• Imaginative, silly pet and vegetable mashups such as Pugtato, Tomatoad, Carrat, Cowbbage, Croccoli, Unicorn on the Cob and more!
• A beautiful eye-catching cover rich with color 

 

Young children will learn invaluable lessons from Pugtato about:

• Friendship
• Compassion
• Acceptance
• Creativity

 

You’ll also want to follow Pugtato’s adventures in Pugtato Babysits the Snouts, Pugtato, Let’s Be Best Spuddies, and Pugtato and Friends Audio Collection: 3 Books in 1.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Zondervan
• Release date: Aug 4, 2020
• ISBN: 9780310767862

Sophie Corrigan

Sophie Corrigan is a freelance illustrator and author from Lancashire, UK. She has illustrated many diverse items from books to calendars to T-shirts and more! When not illustrating and maintaining her online art shops, Sophie spends the spare time she has going to shows, watching nature programs, eating vegetarian food, hanging out with her pet cockatiels, and occasionally crafting cute things from wool and clay.

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Reviews for Pugtato Finds a Thing

[Samantha Anastasia · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This book is absolutely adorable and the illustrations are perfect for the wit and charm that the author has. My kids loved it and it made me laugh too!

[vintagebeckie · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

Pugtato Finds A Thing is a quirky and cute book — a delight for kids of all ages. The rhyming story follows Pugato, a charming character that is part pug dog and potato, as he searches for the answer to the mysterious thing he has dug from his garden. He asks all his friends, including Purrsnip, Colliflower, and Croccoli, to help him puzzle out what he has found. I thought the combination of vegetables and animals was very original, and I can’t help but imagine a child’s eager turning of the pages to discover what fantastical creature awaits them and probably coming up with combos of their own! The whimsical illustrations complete the fun. Each character’s individuality is emphasized, and in the end Pugtato discovers the key to who his newest friend is. I have a young niece who is going to love this book. Cannot wait to share it with her.Recommended.Audience: preschoolers to young elementary-aged children.(Thanks to Zonderkids for a complimentary copy. All opinions expressed are mine alone.)