A children's illustrated book by author Margaret Clark and illustrator Phil Hayes, following Meatball the dog and the Smart family on a classic day out at the beach. Published by Mark McLeod Books, priced at $9.95.
"Meatball's Good Dog Day" is a children's book written by Margaret Clark and illustrated by Phil Hayes, published by Mark McLeod Books. Aimed at emergent readers, the book combines simple, engaging text with Hayes' comical cartoon illustrations, making great use of speech bubbles to bring Meatball's thoughts hilariously to life.
The story follows Meatball and the Smart family on a trip to the beach, a relatable adventure that goes well beyond the everyday. Hayes' illustrations are playful and deliberately simple, keeping young readers focused on the story rather than the page.
Reviewed by Julie Garner of the Children's Book Council, Geelong, the book was praised for combining local talent through both author and illustrator to deliver a classic, funny look at a day in the life of a dog.
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