Dexter

From content creator and proud pet parent, Kentee Pasek, and award-winning author-illustrator, Bonnie Kelso, comes a Fourth of July celebration of perseverance and community featuring Dexter: The Stand Up Dog.

Dexter, the Brittany Spaniel, had shown the world how to overcome something that seemed impossible by taking "one Dexter step at a time." His ability to walk upright on his hind legs brought hope to many around the country...and the world. He traveled to big cities and small cities, meeting all kinds of people. But through it all, Dexter had a dream-to march in the Fourth of July parade in his hometown of Ouray, Colorado.

With the help of his family, Dexter practices and trains. When the Fourth of July arrives, he is ready! Dressed in a special hat and bandanna, Dexter struts and skips for the first two blocks. Then the parade comes to a halt. And the fire engines' water hoses have left puddles on the street. Will Dexter be able to walk all six blocks and still accept his special surprise from the mayor?

Continuing the true story of social media sensation, Dexter: The Stand Up Dog, this heart-warming picture book is perfect for pet-lovers, for Fourth of July celebrations, and for talking about perseverance and persistence. Ideally suited for storytime readings, classrooms, gift shops, home libraries, veterinary clinic waiting rooms, and anywhere dogs are adored.