Dogs: A Kid's Book of DOG BREEDS

– Jordan P., Princeton, NJ Each dog breed profile has all the elements of a good story: memorable characters, excitement, cliff-hangers, humor and a satisfying ending. Readers learn not only about the dog breed and whether it's right for their family, they read tales of hero dogs, and also absorb history, geography and popular culture. The book is beautifully illustrated with photos of each breed on a different, painted background. A real treat for the eyes that complements the text. No other dog book has pictures like these. This book is just right for age 9 and up to read by themselves; or younger kids to be read to. You and your own parents will also love this book. A guide to pronunciation is given for the more difficult breed names. This book profiles 20 of the most recognizable and popular dog breeds today, discussing Here is the list of dog breeds covered: The book is designed for browsing; that is, the breeds are not in alphabetical order, but ordered to highlight the differences among the breeds. A table of contents and an alphabetical index are provided, if you want to go straight to a particular breed. There is also a section, "Jobs with dogs," for the young person who would like to work with dogs when he/she grows up. Some jobs you can even do as a teenager! The author, Eve Heidi Bine-Stock, wrote the three-volume series, "How to Write a Children's Picture Book." The illustrator, Jean Batzell Fitzgerald, is well-known for her unique dog art.