Review by Pam Marr Rybinski What a captivating story this is for talented beginning readers. Written in a liquid style that’s neither true prose nor pure poetry, this kid and dog-centric narrative flows smoothly along a path of easy words followed by what might be unknown words. Think: pumpernickel, rodeo, brindled, skyscrapers, enormous. Young readers […]
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“Why Are Dogs’ Noses Wet? And Other True Facts”, by Howie Dewin
This short beautifully illustrated booklet has answers to a lot of things people might want to know about dogs. “THE DOG” series has appeal for the early reader as well as offering quick reads for young-at-heart readers of all ages.
“The Genius of Dogs, How Dogs Are Smarter Than You Think”, by Brian Hare and Vanessa Woods
Careful research by a husband-and-wife team of scientists proved what some dog-owners know – that in some ways our family canines are similar to our human babies. Read this interesting book of research, special dogs, and brave scientists that risk their lives and livelihoods.
“First Dog”: DVD Starring Eric Roberts, Tiny Lister, John-Paul Howard, Featuring Original Songs by Dolly Parton
This lost dog, a very important dog, motivates a quiet young boy to come out of his shell to perform a brave and good deed. This movie is a suspenseful delight, and good for all ages!
“THE Royal TREATMENT; A Natural Approach to Wildly Healthy Pets” by Dr. Barbara Royal
This new book on dog (and animal) health is a must-read. This vet, Dr. Royal, provides very good advice! Her personal story is interesting too – it takes guts to break away from the main stream, and the payoff can be great.
“Mirabelle and the Bouncy Red Ball” by Michael Muller
Meet Mirabelle, the adventuresome Boston Terrier, in her first published adventure “Mirabelle and the Bouncy Red Ball”. This upbeat book is bound in a 5” X 6 ½” bright soft cover, and is suggested for readers Ages 2 and up.
“Dog Train: a Wild Ride on the Rock-and-Roll Side”, Songs and Illustrations by Sandra Boynton
Great illustrations, lively music by fourteen groups, plus absolutely outrageous lyrics will please all ages. It is a singing book, a reading book, a sheet music book, and a captivating CD all in one.
“A Fistful of Collars” by Spencer Quinn
Yet again I heard favorable reviews from a friend about this dog book series. This, the newest of Quinn’s Chet and Bernie series, offers action and reflection-filled drama.
“Gretchen, the Bicycle Dog” by Anita Heyman
This book came highly recommended by a fifth grader, who was deeply moved by Gretchen the dog’s determination and good nature after a crippling accident. Gretchen’s success is inspirational.
“Pukka, the Pup After Merle”, by Ted Kerasote
A good book to share with a young reader, basically a scrapbook compilation of precious puppy pictures, dramatic pictures of the great outdoors, and views of the author teaching Pukka basic commands.
“A Dog Called Kitty” by Bill Wallace
A wonderful tale of a young boy discovering his courage, and love for dogs, despite an earlier bad experience. It took a dog with a funny name to catch his attention, and the rest is a heartwarming love story.
“Watchdog and the Coyotes” by Bill Wallace
This illustrated action-packed paperback book will entice the young at heart to examine both the obligations and the limitations of civilization. The story is told through a dog’s point of view – a Great Dane’s, to be specific.
“The Dog Who Knew Too Much, a Chet and Bernie Mystery” by Spencer Quinn
This dog adventure series pleases many – my friends who’ve read these books can’t put them down! One or a set of these books would make an excellent holiday gift for young or mature dog-loving readers in your life.
“To Fetch a Thief, a Chet and Bernie Mystery” by Spencer Quinn
Chet, short for Chet the Jet, is the narrator of this zany mystery. He also happens to be a smart dog who flunked out on the very last segment of his exam for a K9 career.
“Doggies, a Counting and Barking Book” by Sandra Boynton
An adorable baby / toddler book, with great illustrations of dogs and an opportunity for learning to count!
“Wallace, The Underdog Who Conquered a Sport, Saved a Marriage, and Championed Pit Bulls – One flying Disc at a Time” by Jim Gorant
Highlighted with pictures of the creative and athletic Roo in winning competitions with Pit Bull Wallace, a pair that never gives up, Gorant’s newest Pit Bull book challenges the assumption that a breed can be carte-blanche dangerous.
“The Kindness of Strangers” by Sandy Woolworth, illustrated by Carol Tippit Woolworth
This book is a quick, refreshing read with heartwarming illustrations. The main character is our favorite kind, a feisty dog – a Corgi, to be specific. The story even includes an interesting twist involving Queen Elizabeth and her royal Corgis.
“Ginger Pye” by Eleanor Estes
Ginger Pye is a well-written story for kids – not only entertaining, but also thought-provoking. Kids today will use their imagination to understand the times of the 1950’s, when the book was written and won the Newbery Medal for excellence in American children’s literature.
“No More Dead Dogs” by Gordon Korman
Calling all pre-teens and teens: this book touches on dogs in its many plays on words. It is cleverly written and very entertaining. You will laugh out loud!
“Hounded to Death” by Rita Mae Brown
Love dogs? Enjoy a good mystery? Are you curious about hound blood-lines or fox-hunting terminology? This may be a perfect book to pique your curiosity.
