• Meet Bouncer, the cheeky collie who can’t resist joining his best friend Molly at school. Full of fun, mischief, and heart, The Teacher Who Barked at the Dog is a playful new children’s story by Bríd Reilly White — a celebration of laughter, friendship, and the special bond we share with our pets.

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  • Bouncer is Molly’s loyal collie — brilliantly bright, black and white. His wagging tail and endless appetite for fun often lead him into mischief, but his big heart always wins everyone over. Wherever Bouncer goes, laughter and adventure are never far behind.

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  • Molly is Bouncer’s best friend and biggest defender.
    She loves him dearly, even when his mischief lands them both in trouble.
    Brave and kind, she always stands up for her four-legged pal.

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  • Ms. Greene is the strict schoolteacher who doesn’t want dogs in her yard.
    She tries her best to keep order, but Bouncer’s charm is hard to resist.
    Even her stern frown begins to soften when laughter takes over.

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  • Holly is timid and shy, often nervous when all eyes are on her. But with a little courage — and Bouncer cheering her on — she finds her confidence and shows just how much she can shine.

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  • Hugo is always thinking about his lunch — so when Bouncer gobbles up his crackers and cheese, he isn’t one bit pleased! Quick to complain when food goes missing, Hugo shows just how much a hungry tummy can rule the schoolyard.

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  • Graham doesn’t like it one bit when his ham and cheese sandwiches go missing. Quick to grumble and point the finger at Bouncer, he’s always ready with a sulky sneer when food disappears from his lunchbox.

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About the Author

Longford native now living in Clonakilty, West Cork, Bríd Reilly White loves the energy, fun, and laughter animals bring to family life. Her debut children's book, The Teacher Who Barked at the Dog, was inspired by her beloved collie, Bouncer. When she's not writing, Bríd enjoys horse riding, sea swims, and nature walks with her children. Bríd is also a Spanish & English teacher and has a deep appreciation and a grá for language,vocabulary, culture and communication

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Illustration of Bouncer running

Bouncer bounds into the schoolyard, wagging his tail and ready for adventure.

Molly at the school gate

Molly begs him to behave, but her cheeky collie has other ideas.

Ms. Greene in the schoolyard

Even Ms. Greene can't resist a laugh when Bouncer steals the show.

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Bringing Bouncer to Class

Bríd loves reading her story to children in schools around Ireland. Her visits are full of fun, laughter, and learning — a celebration of stories, imagination, and the special bond between children and their pets.

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