I Am Jax, Protector of the Ranch: 1
Catherine Stier
(Author)
Francesca Rosa
(Illustrator)
Description
Spend a day in the life of a livestock guardian dog! Jax the Great Pyrenees has a big job. After the Texas sun goes down, it's up to him and two other LGDs to protect their ranch from predators. But when the lead dog gets hurt, Jax and a young pup are the only ones left to protect the flock through the night. Told from the dog's perspective, this story also includes back matter about the breed and role of the working dog.Product Details
Price
$12.99
$12.08
Publisher
Albert Whitman & Company
Publish Date
April 01, 2020
Pages
96
Dimensions
5.7 X 8.1 X 0.6 inches | 0.5 pounds
Language
English
Type
Hardcover
EAN/UPC
9780807516638
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About the Author
Catherine Stier is the author of more than twenty children's books including the Science Makes it Work picture book series and the Kirkus star-reviewed A Dog's Day chapter book series. She holds a master's degree in reading and literacy and has served as a magazine writer, newspaper columnist, and writing instructor. Stier resides in San Antonio, Texas.
Francesca Rosa was born in Italy and is a graduate of the School of Comics in Milan. She spent two years working as a fashion graphic designer before becoming a full-time illustrator. Now she works in her studio in Milan with her husband Lorenzo.
Reviews
"Canine lovers rejoice...Give to all animal-loving readers looking for an early chapter book series to get into."School Library Journal
STARRED REVIEW! "This is an outstanding effort, packed with interesting information but also too engrossing to put down...A thrilling and very worthwhile choice for emergent readers."--Kirkus Reviews starred review
