Dogs - A History of Our Best Friends

AWARD-WINNING CREATOR: Judge''s many accolades include the International Literary Association Children''s Book Award; ALA and NCTE Notables; Kirkus, School Library Journal, and New York Public Library Best Book mentions; the Jane Addams Honor; and numerous starred reviews.KID-FRIENDLY: Filled with doggy facts (with some humor and whimsy thrown in), Dogs blends world history with science and a commercial, kid-perfect hook.NONFICTION CHOPS: Judge is known for creating engaging animal- and nature-themed nonfiction, combining thorough research with beautiful illustrations. Her latest nonfiction picture book, The Wisdom of Trees, was named to several best-of-the-year lists and one of three starred reviews called it ''A must for nonfiction collections everywhere.''UNIQUE IN THE MARKET: While there are plenty of photographic and encyclopedic books about dogs, there''s nothing illustrated and history-focused like this.PERFECT FOR THE CLASSROOM: Using archaeological evidence, historical records, and a scientific undercurrent to tell the story of dogs, this survey covers a wide swath of history and is perfect for classroom learning.THOUGHTFUL BACK MATTER: An author''s note emphasizes our ethical duty to treat dogs humanely and offers tips to help them, from rescuing to supporting nonprofits. A list of dog breeds, famous dogs, and an extensive timeline are also included.STUNNING ART: Judge is the queen of adorable animal illustrations, and this book is no exception. With her signature watercolor-and-pencil style, she expressively draws over 100 unique dogs, each full of personality.

Product details

• Authors: Lita Judge
• Assisted by: Lita Judge (Illustration), Judge Lita (Illustration)
• Publisher: Abrams
• Languages: English
• Age Recommendation: ages 4 to 8
• Product format: Hardback
• Released: 25.05.2023
• EAN: 9781419755446
• ISBN: 978-1-4197-5544-6
• Subjects: Children's and young people's books > Non-fiction books / Non-fiction picture books > Animals, plants, nature, the environment; JUVENILE NONFICTION / History / General, History & the past: general interest (Children's / Teenage), JUVENILE NONFICTION / Social Science / Archaeology, Children’s / Teenage general interest: History and the past, Educational: Social sciences, Educational: Social sciences, social studies