Uh-Oh, Hugo!

Jonathan Stutzman author Jay Fleck illustrator

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Penguin Young Readers

Published:5th May '26

Should be back in stock very soon

Uh-Oh, Hugo! cover

A perfect day for Hugo begins with a stretch and a yawn . . . There are bees for chasing - go, Hugo, go! Puddles for splashing - squish, Hugo, squish! And skunks for smelling - sniff, Hugo, sniff! But look out! Oh no, Hugo! Hugo’s adventure turns ouchie, stinky, and dirty. Does Hugo mind? NOT ONE BIT. Hugo really did have a perfect day. Jonathan Stutzman and Jay Fleck have created yet another unforgettable character in Hugo, an adorable pug with an indomitable spirit. Readers won't be able to help exclaiming aloud as Hugo plays in his garden: 'Go, Hugo, Go!'

"The creators of the Tiny T. Rex books introduce a new—and equally endearing—character. . . . Stutzman’s sweetly encouraging narration guides Hugo through low-stakes ups and downs; despite a few setbacks, this is an idyllic outing. Rendered with a simplicity ideal for the toddler set, Fleck’s illustrations of roly-poly Hugo and his tousled-hair young owner brim with eye-catching details and textures. A doggone good day." - Kirkus Reviews

"Toddler-K–Stutzman explores the world through the eyes of Hugo, a dog, and a pale-skinned, blonde girl...What follows is a series of encounters in nature that all start well, then end with the refrain “uh-oh, Hugo.” But the narrator and the intrepid dog never let the mishaps get them down. The earthy primary-color backgrounds work seamlessly with the up-close interactions Hugo must create an upbeat and inviting visual experience. A fun visual gag of a lingering green cloud after an encounter with a skunk will add plenty of giggles to this sweet story. VERDICT A recommended title for animal lovers and kids needing reassurance that the perfect day may not look quite perfect." – Kelcy Davis, School Library Journal

ISBN: 9798217039203

Dimensions: 262mm x 260mm x 9mm

Weight: 425g

40 pages