I Am Jax, Protector of the Ranch bookcover

I Am Jax, Protector of the Ranch

Volume 1

Francesca Rosa 

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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

PublisherAlbert Whitman & Company
Publish DateApril 01, 2020
Pages96
LanguageEnglish
TypeBook iconHardback
EAN/UPC9780807516638
Dimensions8.0 X 5.5 X 0.6 inches | 0.5 pounds
BISAC Categories: Kids, Kids, Kids, Kids

About the Author

Catherine Stier is the author of more than 20 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

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