Book Thoughts: The Hundred and One Dalmatians (Smith/Bently)

• based on the original chapter book by Dodie Smith
• a Dalmatian duo has puppies, which are soon stolen!
• the hunt to rescue them all has a very exciting twist
• ends in a sweet Christmasy scene

Type: picture book
Ages: 3-8
Author: Dodie Smith
Adapted by: Peter Bently
Illustrator: Steven Lenton

Let’s just say I’ve now pushed the original chapter book up higher on my to-read list. Adorable story before Disney stole it. And this picture book’s adaptation has the best illustrations! See if your library has it. 🙂