3 Reasons Why You Should Read Shmoof by Heidi McKinnon

What’s the book about?

A dog makes a great best friend… unless you are a cat! An adorable picture book from the author of the bestselling and much-loved Floof.

Recommended for: 

Ages 3+

Three reasons to read it: 

1. Shmoof really wants to be friends. Floof really… doesn’t. Not at first. But what happens when someone just won’t give up on kindness? This story captures the ups and downs of making new friends, especially when they’re the total opposite of you. It’s sweet, it’s gentle and it gets what it’s like to try to connect with someone different.
2. From Shmoof’s over-the-top enthusiasm to Floof’s perfectly-timed facial expressions, every page is bursting with visual comedy. Kids will laugh out loud and adults will chuckle at how spot-on the personalities are. It’s like the odd couple of the animal kingdom… with some fluff, of course.
3. McKinnon knows her way around a furball. The pages are soft, colorful and full of expressive characters you’ll want to squish (or at least pet gently). Shmoof practically leaps off the page with joyful energy, while Floof has mastered the side-eye of doom. It’s a feast for the eyes and perfect for bedtime, storytime or anytime you need a smile.

Buy a copy of Shmoof here.

About the author:

Heidi McKinnon is a children’s book author and illustrator who lives in sunny Melbourne, Australia. With a background in art and design, Heidi creates books that are colourful, fun and filled with humour. Her books have been published around the world and have received numerous award nominations.