Sometimes finding your place in the world takes perseverance and tenacity, particularly in the face of rejection. Ted is an ordinary pooch who never gets chosen at the pet shop. He is clever and even has a smart green jumper, so why doesn’t he get noticed?

He decides to fix this and sets out on a series of adventures, but getting attention proves to be harder than he expected. Surely finding the right home shouldn’t be so difficult?

Ted is a sweet, doggish yarn with a surprising feline ending and maybe the odd jumper or two. For ages 2 to 6.

Alexa Dretzke