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Truman the Dog

Debbi Michiko Florence

T is for Truman, tricks, and TROUBLE! Truman the black lab might be an older rescue dog, but he's still got enough mischief beneath his collar to keep eight-year-old Kaita Takano and her animal-fostering family on their toes from morning till night. Chewed through and through, the playfully illustrated, Kaita-narrated chapter book promises plenty of canine fun.

Book Details

  • Publisher: Picture Window Books
  • Publish Date: Aug 1st, 2019
  • Pages: 72
  • Language: English
  • Edition: undefined - undefined
  • Dimensions: 7.40in - 5.00in - 0.30in - 0.25lb
  • EAN: 9781515845607
  • Recommended age: 05-07
  • Categories: Animals - DogsAnimals - PetsFamily - Orphans & Foster Homes

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About the Author

Florence, Debbi Michiko: - Debbi Michiko Florence writes books for children in her writing studio, The Word Nest. She is an animal lover with a degree in Zoology, and has worked at a pet store, the Humane Society, a raptor rehabilitation center, and a zoo. She is the author of two chapter-book series: Jasmine Toguchi (FSG) and Dorothy & Toto (Picture Window Books). A third-generation Japanese American and a native Californian, Debbi now lives in Connecticut with her husband, a rescue dog, a bunny, and two ducks.
Demmer, Melanie: - Melanie is an American artist born and raised in Plymouth, Michigan. She has been drawing since she was a little girl. Back then, her favorite canvas was pavement and her go to medium was sidewalk chalk. Nowadays, Melanie likes create artwork digitally but also enjoys using watercolor, markers, colored pencils, and acrylic paint. Oh, and sometimes a pinch of glitter too! Melanie is a 2013 graduate of the College for Creative Studies in Detroit, Michigan where she earned a BFA in Illustration. The Michigan-native has since relocated to Los Angeles, California to pursue a career in illustration and design.

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Praise for this book

There are many worthwhile elements--a responsible and helpful protagonist, a diverse and loving family, and the message that rescuing animals is worthwhile. . . .The endpages have discussion questions for readers, some drawing activities, a glossary, and a fun comparison of the real-life Kaita (who inspired the story) with the fictional Kaita. A sweet title that will appeal to young readers who love dogs.-- "School Library Journal"
The focus on fostering animals rather than adopting them brings the topics of caregiving and sacrifice to light. Demmer adds fun, full-color illustrations, bringing the lovable Truman to life. The characters are culturally diverse, and cultural customs are reflected in the illustrations. . . .An adorable first book in a new series for animal lovers.-- "Kirkus Reviews"
Kaita's experience helping a labrador named Truman feels true-to-life and might just inspire you to become a foster family for a pet, too.-- "Imagination Soup"