Welcome to Houndtown: A Look and Find Book

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Step inside Houndtown, a city where dogs run the show and every corner hides a surprise.

This lively search-and-find book invites children to explore a bustling city where every resident is a dog with a story to tell.

From the Australian Terrier who loves to teach to the chess-playing Miniature Schnauzer, each spread overflows with activity and delightful details to spot.

• Children can take in the bustle of markets, playgrounds, concerts, and parades, while adults and young readers alike will enjoy recognizing the actual traits of each breed woven into everyday lifethroughout the seasons.
• Meet Tucker, the mixed-breed cabbie who knows every shortcut; Lucy, the dachshund with endless charm; and Winston, the Great Dane fishmonger who keeps the market bustling.
• Every character adds personality, and together they create a town that feels as vibrant and varied as a real city—alive with humor, energy, and warmth.

Illustrated with wit and precision, this large-format board book is at once a playful seek-and-find and a joyful portrait of urban life. A handy “Who’s Who” on the back coverintroduces all the dogs of Houndtown by breed and name, encouraging readers to follow their favorites through each scene.

Its richly detailed artwork and spirit of discovery makes this book an irresistible gift for dog lovers and perfect for children learning to observe and share the world around them.

AGES: 3 plus

AUTHOR:
Yayo Kawamura is an artist and illustrator who captures people with warmth, wit, and charm. She loves observing human nature and translating it into playful, joyful characters — especially for the very young. With over a hundred published works translated into more than twenty languages, her art is known for its lightness, humor, and heartfelt simplicity.

SELLING POINTS:
• PERFECT FOR DOG LOVERS: The characters have the typical traits of different dog breeds, making it the best book for lovers of dogs.
• TRAINS OBSERVATION SKILLS AND LANGUAGE USE: Diverse characters in this engaging story are ideal for sparking children's interest in books.
• BEAUTIFULLY PRODUCED: This board book is filled with unique artwork that will appeal to adults and children alike.
• A GLOBALLY RENOWNED AUTHOR: Yayo Kawamura is an extremely successful author and well known in many countries across the world.
• A GIFT BOOK FOR ALL AGES: A rewarding experience for both children and adults.

ISBN: 9783791376684
Author: KAWAMURA, YAYO
Format: Board Book
Publication date: 01/11/2026
RRP: $34.99
Pages: 14
Dimension: 340mm X 260mm
Imprint: Prestel