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WAGNIFICENT

by a wolf at his side) is larger and fiercer than Thunder’s. The minuscule Byron encroaches on Thunder’s territory: He urinates indoors, sleeps in Thunder’s bed, and demands that Thunder give him her bone. Furious, Thunder barks and growls until the smaller dog scurries out through a hole in the fence. Though Thunder’s initially elated to have her home to herself, Sage is devastated to discover Byron gone, and the two set out to find the runaway. With a clearer understanding of their household roles (and a happy ending for everyone), the pets and people alike grow in awareness of the finer points of inter\u002Dcanine interactions. The conflict in this volume adds intrigue and momentum to the previously established episodic chapter structure. Murguia’s upbeat cartoon illustrations are occasionally interrupted by “Thunder’s Rules” interludes, which highlight what behaviors are more acceptable for dogs to exhibit with one another vs. with humans. Sage is light\u002Dskinned and purple\u002Dhaired\u003B other humans vary in skin tone."

Book Details

Publisher:Of
Published:2024-01-01
Pages:152
Format:paperback
Language:English
ISBN:9781250835

Reading Info

Age Range:12-18

About This Book

This vibrant counting book transforms early math concepts into an engaging canine adventure, where young readers learn number recognition through playful pups and their antics. Each page introduces a...

Our Review

This vibrant counting book transforms early math concepts into an engaging canine adventure, where young readers learn number recognition through playful pups and their antics. Each page introduces a new numeral with corresponding doggy activities, from one energetic puppy chasing its tail to ten sleepy dogs curled up for naptime. The bright illustrations and clear visual counting cues make this an excellent tool for developing early numeracy skills while keeping children thoroughly entertained. Parents will appreciate how seamlessly the book integrates fundamental counting practice with a theme that naturally captivates young animal lovers.

What sets this counting adventure apart is its clever use of repetition and progression, allowing children to build confidence as they master each new number alongside the charming canine characters. The rhythmic text and predictable patterns create an ideal read-aloud experience for preschoolers just beginning their mathematical journey, while the detailed illustrations offer plenty of discovery opportunities for repeated readings. This book successfully bridges educational value and pure enjoyment, making it a standout addition to any early learning library that will have children eagerly counting everything in sight.

Themes

Dance

Subjects

Dance