Parent Guide to Clifford
Join Clifford, the Big Red Dog, for games, activities, and fun!
Book Lists
Clifford The Big Red Dog
Introduce your emergent reader to Clifford, the lovable big red dog who always overdoes his good deeds.

Clifford Readers
Boost your beginning reader’s skills (and confidence) with these fun readers, filled with age-appropriate vocabulary and, of course, Clifford!

Clifford Board Books
Your 4- to 8-year-old will love Emily Elizabeth's big red dog!
Meet The Creator of Clifford

Norman Bridwell
Bridwell sums up Clifford's characteristics matter-of-factly: “He's red and he's warm. Clifford does what you'd like to do but can't. Because Clifford is so big and also because he's a dog, he's able to do the most unbelievable and imaginative things.” But not too unbelievable or imaginative. You won't see Clifford traveling in outer space, for example. Bridwell is firm about his decision that Clifford won't do anything that a real dog wouldn't do.
Play with Clifford (Printables and Activities)
Clifford Games

Play Summer Lost and Found!
Emily and Clifford have lost some of their favorite things in Cleo's yard. Can your child find them?

Make a Sandcastle with Clifford!
Have your little one help Clifford make a new sandcastle.

Clifford Match Game
Click on the cards to find Clifford and his pals.
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