Libro: Waggy Best in Show

Waggy, Best in Show is a heart-warming and exciting story about kindness, courage, and believing in the unexpected.
When Sofie discovers a lonely abandoned dog, she rescues him and names him Waggy because of the happy way he wags his tail. Before long, Sofie realises that Waggy is not just friendly — he is also very clever.
Sofie dreams of entering Waggy into the famous Golden Bone Competition, where the finest dogs compete to be crowned Best in Show. But there is one small problem: the competition is only open to “posh dogs.”
With the help of her eccentric neighbour, Mrs Smith — also known as “The Duchess” — Sofie hatches a daring plan to sneak Waggy into the competition.
But when a judge begins to suspect that Waggy might not be quite as posh as the other dogs, everything hangs in the balance.
Can Waggy prove that champions can come from anywhere?

Reading should feel enjoyable, achievable, and confidence-building.
For many children and young people, however, words on a page can feel overwhelming. Waggy, Best in Show, is the first in a series of beautifully written and illustrated symbol-supported stories, which are designed to remove barriers and create a more accessible reading experience.
Developed by a specialist SEND literacy practitioner, this series uses Widgit® symbols to provide clear visual cues that support understanding, language development, and engagement.
Rather than overwhelming readers with symbols for every word, carefully selected 'symbol highlights' support the most important parts of each sentence – helping learners focus on meaning while keeping pages visually calm and uncluttered.

These books are ideal for learners who benefit from visual support, including:
• Children with SEND
• Emerging and developing readers
• Learners with additional language or comprehension needs
• Pupils who lack confidence with traditional text

Suitable for a wide age range, the stories recognise that reading ability and comprehension develop differently for every individual. Symbols are not a replacement for reading — they are a bridge that helps learners access stories, build vocabulary, develop confidence, and experience success with books.
Whether used at home, in school, or within specialist settings, this series provides a supportive, engaging, and confidence-building pathway into reading.