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Pinky and Rex and the Double-Dad Weekend — “Pinky and Rex” Series

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Book Review

Pinky and Rex and the Double-Dad Weekend by James Howe has been reviewed by Focus on the Family’s marriage and parenting magazine. It is one of the books in the “Pinky and Rex” series.

Plot Summary

Pinky, Rex and their dads can’t wait to visit the big outdoors together. Unfortunately, it rains all weekend. The four have fun anyway: They visit a cave, puppet factory, railroad museum, miniature golf course and reptile museum. They also rearrange their hotel room so they can set up their brand new tent and sleep in their sleeping bags. Everyone has a great time, but Pinky and Rex decide the best part was being with their dads.

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Authority Roles

Pinky’s and Rex’s dads maintain positive attitudes and a sense of humor even though rain thwarts their campout. They come up with creative activities so they can still have fun with their kids. They also seek the opinions and suggestions of the children as they revise their plans.

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