Kipper the Dog


Kipper the Dog is a character in a series of books for preschool-age children by British writer Mick Inkpen. The books consist of 34 titles, which have sold over 8 million copies and have been translated into over 20 languages. The books have also won many awards.
The characters in the Kipper the Dog book series also appear in the animated television series Kipper.

Characters

  • Kipper the Dog - The title character of the TV show and books. He is warm-hearted, friendly and curious. Kipper is not at all selfish, though he is known to be a hoarder. Kipper is likely portrayed after beagle, beagle mix or Jack Russell terrier breed.
  • Tiger - Kipper's best friend. He is more practical and wise than Kipper. Sometimes Tiger can be very smug and naughty, though he really is a kind dog at heart. Tiger is likely portrayed after Scottish Terrier or schnauzer breed.
  • Jake - A friendly, warm-hearted sheepdog who is one of Kipper's best friends. He is a minor character on Kipper. However, he, Kipper and Tiger have had many adventures together.
  • Holly - A cheery white dog with brown spots who is one of Kipper's friends.
  • Pig - Kipper's other best friend. Pig likes to eat chocolate cakes and cookies and at times can be misjudging.
  • Arnold - Pig's toddler cousin who is more aware than Pig and he usually says nothing, but at times he says simple words like "duck" and "igloo". Arnold has many exciting encounters while the older ones are occupied.
  • Mouse - A mouse who lives with Kipper at his house.
  • The Bleepers - A couple of space aliens and a robot who live on the Moon.

    Books

Some of the books have been translated into other languages, including Spanish.
Book titleDate published
The Blue Balloon1989
Kipper1991
Kipper's Toybox1992
Kipper's BirthdayMarch 1993
Where, Oh Where, is Kipper's Bear?October 6, 1994
Kipper's Book of Colours 1995
Kipper's Book of Opposites1995
Kipper's Book of WeatherApril 24, 1995
Kipper's Snowy DaySeptember 1, 1996
Honk!1998
Kipper Has a Party1998
Splosh!April 15, 1998
ArnoldApril 15, 1998
SandcastleApril 15, 1998
Kipper's Christmas EveDecember 14, 1998
ButterflyJune 17, 1999
Kipper's PlaytimeJuly 15, 1999
Kipper's BathtimeJuly 15, 1999
Kipper's Book of NumbersJuly 19, 1999
Kipper's BedtimeOctober 21, 1999
Kipper's Sticky PawsJune 19, 2000
Kipper's SnacktimeMarch 1, 2000
Swing!August 1, 2000
Kipper in the SnowAugust 1, 2000
Kipper's A to Z: An Alphabet AdventureOctober 19, 2000
Kipper and RolyJanuary 1, 2001
Thing!April 19, 2001
Kipper's MonsterApril 24, 2001
PicnicMarch 1, 2001
Hissss!March 1, 2001
Kipper and the EggMarch 26, 2001
Kipper's Sunny DayJune 1, 2001
Kipper's Rainy DayJune 14, 2001
Miaow! August 1, 2001
SkatesSeptember 1, 2001
RocketSeptember 1, 2001
Kipper's SurpriseJanuary 1, 2002
Kipper's Balloon2002
Kipper's KiteMarch 14, 2002
Kipper's Lost BallApril 18, 2002
Kipper's Tree HouseApril 18, 2002
Kipper's Beach BallJune 12, 2003
One Year with KipperSeptember 21, 2006
Playtime!July 15, 2007
Hide Me, Kipper!September 2009
Kipper's Little FriendsJune 30, 2015
Kipper's VisitorFebruary 25, 2016
Kipper's New PetJune 7, 2016

TV series

Kipper is a British animated children's television series based on the Kipper the Dog picture book series.

Promotion

Educational Value

The book series were reviewed by Dr. Helen Bradford as ideal for babies and toddlers, teaching them object recognition, interaction with toys, learning first words, and associating the story with their reading environment.

Awards

  • Winner of BAFTA for Preschool Animation in 1998, 2000 and 2001.
  • Publishers Weekly named Kipper as one of the Best Children's Books in 2001.
  • Annecy International Animated Film Festival '98 award, TV Series, Special Prize .
  • Silver Pulcinella Award, 1999, Best Series for Infants
  • Dove Foundation, Dove Family-Approved Suitable for all ages. Tiger Tales and Pools, Parks and Picnics.