Paris-Chien: Adventures of an Expat Dog (A Paris-Chien Adventure)

Hudson, an adventurous Norwich Terrier, moves to Paris for a year with his mom. He is excited because she has told him how fabulous Paris is for dogs. He loves the new sights and smells, but when he tries to make friends, he discovers the dogs only speak French. He's lonely and wants to go home. Paris isn't so great after all. When his mom suggests going to French class, he discovers other ex-pat dogs are in the same boat. Determined to make friends, he hits the books and things begin to look up. Hudson becomes a Paris-Chien! The book carries a message for children about how to cope with change in their lives. Little Hudson s desire to make friends and thrive in his new environment is so strong that he learns a new language. There are also a number of French words in the text, so the book serves as an introduction to learning French--although Hudson s successful experience will be consoling to any child set down in any new country, city or school.Illustrated with colorful gouache paint