Written by a child for children! Children ages 7-12 will enjoy this heartwarming story about The Very Friendly Poodle, Patsy

Patsy the Poodle may be small and shy, but she’s also friendly and smart. And she has just been adopted into a new home where she finds love and acceptance with her new family. However, things aren’t perfect.
When Patsy is confronted by Baxter, a bulldog who bullies, she learns that bullies have feelings, too. With the help of her doggie friends, Patsy stands up to Baxter, and in the process, she discovers that because Baxter felt small on the inside, he decided to act big and mean on the outside.
Through Patsy’s brave story, we learn that you don’t need to be mean to others to get their attention and that sometimes, those who resist kindness are the ones who need it the most.
Children, parents, and dog lovers will love this inspiring book. Get your copy now. You will adore this child author and her inspiring story!
Review
Patsy the Poodle is a friend to all! I love Alaina’s story and can’t wait for many children (and adults!) to be encouraged and empowered by her gifted storytelling. Patsy the Poodle and her animal friends face many of the same challenges today’s children face, and together, they implement the leading bullying prevention strategies. I love how they encourage empathy and are determined to be “upstanders” instead of bystanders, and I especially love how they find the courage to look beyond what they see on the outside and become a friend to everyone, including the bullies themselves.
Alaina has shown great maturity in sharing her own life lessons with others, and, even at her young age, has the writing ability to communicate a strong, captivating message for others. This is a great book for both children and their parents, who often need to be reminded of these truths as well. Thank you, Alaina, for sharing. Can’t wait to read your next story!
Lori Kuykendall, Executive Director, Aim for Success aimforsuccess.org
About the Author
Alaina G. Oommen is a bright, positive young girl who loves her family and storytelling through art, literature, music, dance, and theater. She enjoys traveling with her family and exploring new cultures and traditions. She also loves the beach, collecting shells, swimming, and track.
Alaina is empathetic, and loves to encourage, inspire, and build others up through the stories she writes. She is from the United States and currently lives in Texas with her parents and her little brother. This is her first book published at age 11.