ME, TEDDY

Exuberant and warm, this hugely appealing book stars the author’s much-loved black Labrador, Teddy. He loves treats, going for walks and sleeping on (more than) half a king-size bed. He doesn’t like steps or shiny floors. He LOVES his family.

I am Teddy. This is my scrap book. It’s about me growing up from a little tiny puppy with a boofy head and big brown melty eyes to a big black Labrador weighing 40 kilos (since I have been on a diet). This is me, Teddy. This hilarious and engaging story about a much loved pet is another triumph by Chris McKimmie. The story arc is, in effect, Teddy’s scrapbook, and takes us from puppy to grown dog, including the endpapers! We know when Teddy is sad, when he is happy, when he is naughty, what he loves, and what he is scared of. Chris McKimmie is a writer, illustrator, artist with a unique and wonderful style. Me, Teddy celebrates his tenth picture book with Allen & Unwin in ten years! Chris’s books have been CBCA shortlisted three times and have won many design awards. Here is a link to a vimeo showcasing Chris’s workstyle: https://youtu.be/54M3xowtu94.