Uh-Oh, Hugo!

“The creators of the Tiny T. Rex books introduce a new—and equally endearing—character… . Stutzman’s sweetly encouraging narration guides Hugo through low-stakes ups and downs; despite a few setbacks, this is an idyllic outing. Rendered with a simplicity ideal for the toddler set, Fleck’s illustrations of roly-poly Hugo and his tousled-hair young owner brim with eye-catching details and textures. A doggone good day.” - Kirkus Reviews

“Toddler-K–Stutzman explores the world through the eyes of Hugo, a dog, and a pale-skinned, blonde girl…What follows is a series of encounters in nature that all start well, then end with the refrain “uh-oh, Hugo.” But the narrator and the intrepid dog never let the mishaps get them down. The earthy primary-color backgrounds work seamlessly with the up-close interactions Hugo must create an upbeat and inviting visual experience. A fun visual gag of a lingering green cloud after an encounter with a skunk will add plenty of giggles to this sweet story. VERDICT A recommended title for animal lovers and kids needing reassurance that the perfect day may not look quite perfect.” – Kelcy Davis, School Library Journal

“This fun, color-rich, picture book follows the delightful ups and downs in the life of Hugo, an adorable and endlessly curious dog… This charming book is perfect for teaching young learners about perseverance and emotional balance, showing that even tough moments can turn around with a little optimism and curiosity.” — Marie Langevin, Booklist Online

“From the creators of the Tiny T-Rex (Tiny T. Rex and the Impossible Hug, BCCB 2⁄19) series, Stutzman and illustrator Fleck present a new, simple story sure to appeal to any dog lover. Hugo’s playful energy and general imperviousness to the day’s mishaps, along with his person’s positive outlook on the day’s activities, are a silly but kind reminder not to fret too much about life’s little hiccups.” — The Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books

Jonathan Stutzman is a New York Times bestselling, award-winning author of books for kids. His books have been translated in more than a dozen languages all over the world. He lives in a small town in Pennsylvania with his wife and their french bulldog Hugo.

Jay Fleck is a designer and illustrator based in Shorewood, Illinois. He is the illustrator of the picture books Double Take!, Black Belt Bunny, and Everything You. His artwork has been featured on products at the GAP, on Threadless, and on the front page of Society6, as well as a number of other brick-and-mortar and internet stores. Tilly and Tank was the first picture book he has both written and illustrated.

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