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February 25, 2025
Description
Tucker the dog never means to be trouble: he just loves to play. But at the animal shelter, every visitor says he's too much trouble--until Laura. Laura thinks Tucker might be just right for a very special job. Could all his energy make him an amazing conservation dog? Laura trains Tucker to track down Gila monsters, endangered flowers, even grizzly bear poop. His first assignment is in Hawaii, searching for invasive rosy wolf snails hidden under leaves. Where will his nose lead him next?
With colorful, endearing art and dashes of humor, Trouble Dog invites children to join scientists--and their canine colleagues--in their work to save wildlife around the world. Readers will cheer for Tucker's inspiring journey from shelter dog to eager trainee to confident globetrotter. The story concludes with photos and further information about the real dogs and trainers of Working Dogs for Conservation, the world's largest and oldest conservation dog organization.
Product Details
Publisher | Eerdmans Books for Young Readers |
Publish Date | February 25, 2025 |
Pages | 48 |
Language | English |
Type | |
EAN/UPC | 9780802855817 |
Dimensions | 10.1 X 8.1 X 0.5 inches | 0.8 pounds |
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Reviews
"An appealing picture book celebrating the contributions of conservation dogs."
School Library Journal
"A fascinating look at a lesser-known field for working dogs and a surefire hit for a fictional tale that has uses for both cross-curricular connections and young dog enthusiasts."
Kirkus Reviews
"With humor, heart, suspense, and adventure, this story will win over animal lovers of all ages."
"A great story with lots of heart and a good theme-even if you might not be good at a lot of things, you're really really good at something else."
-- Eve Bunting (1928-2023), author of Fly Away Home and Smoky Night
"Young readers will love this narrative glimpse into a conservation dog's life, and be charmed (and comforted) by a relatable, rascally protagonist learning to do good."
-- Liz Garton Scanlon, author of All the World and One Bird
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