Boys Are Dogs

Middle-school boys act like wild animals. That's what Annabelle discovers on her first day in her brand-new life. Birchwood Middle School is totally different from her old all-girls elementary. In fact, lots of things in Annabelle's life are totally different now that she's back from summer camp. There's mom's new boyfriend, a new house, new friends, and even a new puppy that likes to chew on Annabelle's clothes. Well, at least the puppy comes with a leash and a training manual! If only she could say the same for the boys... Featuring Annabelle's hilarious take on friendship, boys, and her all-new life, this novel/survival guide perfectly captures the joy and agonyof junior high school. And it might just teach you how to tame the wildest beast of all, the teenage boy. Praise for Boys Are Dogs "Full of all the painful humor of sixth grade, Annabelle”s story accurately portrays the pains of growing up and a unique look at the relationships between sexes." — Children's Literature