School Library Journal Review
PreS-Gr 3-Read by author Marc Brown. (c) Copyright 2010. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.
Horn Book Review
Arthur falls prey to the wiles of television commercials and works hard to earn money for a Treat Timer for his dog, Pal. Predictably, the gadget malfunctions, yet a disappointed Arthur soon recovers his interest in commercials. Though not as funny as some Arthur escapades, his latest adventure is both congenial and empathetic. From HORN BOOK 1995, (c) Copyright 2010. The Horn Book, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.
Booklist Review
Ages 4^-7. After a television ad convinces Arthur that his puppy, Pal, needs a Treat Timer to dispense dog biscuits, he finds that he can think of little else. Arthur works to earn the $19.95 (nonrefundable), then buys the Treat Timer (some assembly required), but its lights, noises, and rocketing treats frighten Pal. The money's gone, the gadget's a dud, and Arthur's learned his lesson--or has he? At any rate, this amusing picture book will give parents a good lead into discussions of "truth in advertising." Arthur's fans will enjoy the humor of his predicament and the edgy interplay between Arthur and his sister D. W. Another appealing picture book in a colorfully illustrated, comfortably familiar series. Carolyn Phelan
