Josh and Thumper Author:Andrew McLean, Janet McLean Josh the dog is the best friend a child could possibly want: he's fun, loyal, adventuresome, and full of mischief. These four books bring to life the adventures and misadventures of a little boy and Josh. Josh and his best friend encounter a mysterious guest one day in their backyard. It was black and round and still as a rock, until Josh nudge... more »d it with his paw. Then it jumped high into the air going "Thump! Thump! Thump!"« less