It's book birthday time, and today's book is getting an extra big party thanks to some extreme generosity.. I received an entire, birthday package!!!!
Thank you so much!!! It put a huge smile on everyone in my household's faces.
My husband ran around with the dog mask and even took photos of himself.
Pumpkin, our wonderful dog, loved the little birthday treat, too. She's a bit silly....
and ridiculously spoiled. I have a feeling she's going to sleep all day long, today. We had a severe flooding this last weekend and spent all of yesterday moving debris, chasing run-away cows, and getting up necessary fence line as fast as possible. So, she had a good ole time running everywhere. Pumpkin ended her day with a swim with my daughter in a side branch of the creek (water was pretty calm there). As said, she's spoiled.
I've been looking forward to reading this one the second I saw the title. Not only is it a super long title, but I'm very curious what we can learn from dogs. Before I say anything else, let's open up and take a look!
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW
ABOUT LIFE YOU CAN LEARN FROM A DOG
by Bruce Littlefield
Illustrated by Maribel Lechuga
Nancy Paulsen Books
Picture Book
32 pages
ages 4 to 8
Want to learn how to live your best doggone life? Ask a dog!
In case you haven’t noticed, dogs have life figured out. They wake up each day looking to make the best of every moment. They understand what’s important. They get over things quickly. They love a good walk. And they certainly know how to relax! Whether young or old, we can all learn a few tricks from dogs. So, sit, put your paws up, and delight in the wisdom of dogs!
In case you haven’t noticed, dogs have life figured out. They wake up each day looking to make the best of every moment. They understand what’s important. They get over things quickly. They love a good walk. And they certainly know how to relax! Whether young or old, we can all learn a few tricks from dogs. So, sit, put your paws up, and delight in the wisdom of dogs!
MY TIDBITS
Dog awesomeness hits full force and inspires in surprising ways.
The title says it all. While all sorts of dogs meet these pages and delight furry-friend fans, there are also interesting insights which will have readers rethinking some aspects of life. In a good way, of course. Each trait is first mentioned in two, purple words (like 'Be patient'). Then, a few lines of text explain how dogs live out these traits naturally. Each one comes across in a relaxed way to keep it interesting and never preachy. While the explanations don't directly mention that each attribute is important to the readers/listeners too, the message is clear and understandable.
The text is ideal for the intended age group and works great as a read-aloud for groups and individuals, or can be picked up by those readers, who are sure of their words. While the text explains how dogs fulfill each trait, the illustrations really make everything shine. Various dogs are displayed doing the mentioned tricks or behaviors and always in the cutest ways. It makes every page lively, adds a bit of humor, and draws listeners in to consider the wisdom. It's interesting to see how dogs, actually, meet every criteria just by being a dog. It adds a nice ah-ha effect and also deepens the appreciate for dogs.
And here he is...
Bruce Littlefield is the bestselling author of 20 books, including The Bedtime Book for Dogs and Use What You've Got) with Barbara Corcoran). Hailed as a 'lifestyle authority' by the New York Times and a 'modern day Erma Bombeck' by NPR, he has appeared on Good Morning America, The View, and The Today Show. He's been blessed with wonderful dogs who've brought him joy and taught him how to live in the present, love unconditionally, and give each da his all.
Learn more at www.BruceLittlefield.com
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