Butch The One-of-a-Kind Dog

About the Book

Butch is a happy little dachshund who looks just like his mother. It’s no wonder that Ned and his sister, Ellen, fall in love with Butch and take him home with them. At his new home, Butch makes a friend in Nanny, a kindly pet goat who takes the excited young Butch on a tour of his new home.

Everything is perfect. Tired and content after a long walk with Nanny, Butch falls asleep in his favorite spot and naps peacefully—until the delivery man arrives and laughs at him. Butch listens as the delivery man tells his family that Butch is the funniest looking dog he’s ever seen. Now Butch is very unhappy.

Nanny overhears the conversation and knows it’s up to her to cheer Butch up. But she doesn’t know what to say. Nanny convinces Butch to take another walk with her. As they walk, however, Nanny is kidnapped!

Now it’s up to Butch to save Nanny, but he’s going to need help. Can Butch find a way to tell Ned and Ellen that Nanny needs their help?

About the Author

Charlcy Standifer is a retired educator. Her experience includes guidance counseling as well as teaching child development, family life, and kindergarten. She lives with her husband in Stephenville, Texas.

Illustrator Sara Standifer, Charlcy’s granddaughter, lives on a river in Texas with her husband and many animals. She has always enjoyed art and draws inspiration from her surroundings.