Children's book cover titled "Ernie and the Magic Kennel" illustrated by Kimberly Andrews, featuring two dogs sitting on a throne-like chair, one with a crown and a bow tie, with a castle in the background and sparkles surrounding them, published by Scholastic.

Ernie and the Magic Kennel

Scholastic New Zealand, 1st Oct 2020  |  procreate, photoshop
Written by Jeanette Thomas and Robert Rakete, illustrations by Kimberly Andrews

There, inside the kennel, Ernie sat upon his chair. And oh, so proud, he read aloud: Adventures start right here! This kennels full of magic, read Ernie with delight. In this you'll fly, up in the sky. Get packed, you leave tonight!

​Join much-loved radio hosts Jeanette Thomas and Robert Rakete with Ernie, Benny and a colourful cast of adorable doggie pals on a magical journey of family and friendship around the world.

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Ernie and the Magic Kennel
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Scholastic New Zealand Limited, 1st Oct 2020  |  procreate, photoshop
Written by Jeanette Thomas and Robert Rakete, illustrations by Kimberly Andrews

There, inside the kennel, Ernie sat upon his chair. And oh, so proud, he read aloud: Adventures start right here! This kennels full of magic, read Ernie with delight. In this you'll fly, up in the sky. Get packed, you leave tonight!

​Join much-loved radio hosts Jeanette Thomas and Robert Rakete with Ernie, Benny and a colourful cast of adorable doggie pals on a magical journey of family and friendship around the world.

Cartoon illustration of a Swiss village with animals, including a dog wearing a service vest, cows, a goose, and a castle in the background, with mountains and a cable car in the distance.
On the left, a close-up of a white fluffy dog's paws near a white cushion with a gold crown design. On the right, a living room scene with two dogs: a dog with a red bandana sitting on the floor, and a larger dog wearing a crown and bow tie lying on
Colorful illustration of a small town street with various animals, buildings, and vehicles: a large dog with a bandana, a cat in a window, several dogs on the sidewalk, a dog in a crate, a cat on a balcony, and more, with mountains in the background.
Illustration of a happy dog wearing a crown with colorful jewels, sitting next to a whimsical castle surrounded by green trees and plants.

Awards & Recognition

  • WHITCOULLS TOP 50 KIDS' BOOKS 2021

Illustrations are vivid, the canine characters full of expression.

— Magpies - Nov, 2022