Science Comics: Dogs : From Predator to Protector by Andy Hirsch (2017, Trade Paperback)

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Did they really descend from wolves?. What's the difference between a Chihuahua and a Saint Bernard?. And just how smart are they?.

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PublisherRoaring Brook Press
ISBN-101626727686
ISBN-139781626727687
eBay Product ID (ePID)234891010

Product Key Features

Book TitleScience Comics: Dogs : from Predator to Protector
Number of Pages128 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicAnimals / Dogs, Science & Nature / Biology, Comics & Graphic Novels / Science & Nature
Publication Year2017
IllustratorYes
GenreJuvenile Nonfiction
AuthorAndy Hirsch
Book SeriesScience Comics Ser.
FormatTrade Paperback

Dimensions

Item Height0.3 in
Item Weight9.2 Oz
Item Length8.5 in
Item Width6 in

Additional Product Features

Intended AudienceJuvenile Audience
LCCN2016-961597
Dewey Edition23
Reviews"Thorough, clearly presented scientific information is lightened by silly asides from dog-narrator Rudy to keep readers entertained and engaged as they learn a huge amount about the science of dogs." -- Kirkus Reviews, "Thorough, clearly presented scientific information is lightened by silly asides from dog-narrator Rudy to keep readers entertained and engaged as they learn a huge amount about the science of dogs." -- Kirkus Reviews Praise for the Science Comics series: "The insight behind these books is a powerful one. So much information about the world around us is actually better conveyed visually, through charts, illustrations, and sequential panels, than purely using words." -- New York Times "Like having a Time Life Science Library in comic books. Which is awesome!" -- Popular Science, Science Comics Series : "Like having a Time Life Science Library in comic books. Which is awesome!" -- Popular Science "The artwork and text are attractive and interesting, and readers will learn how dinosaur bones became fossils and how their remains were eventually discovered. Great entry-level texts that will spark readers' interest in these topics." -- School Library Journal, Praise for the Science Comics series: "This series--written by a handful of authors--seems determined to offer a useful introduction to anything a curious grade-school student might wonder about. The insight behind these books is a powerful one. So much information about the world around us is actually better conveyed visually, through charts, illustrations, and sequential panels, than purely using words." -- New York Times "Like having a Time Life Science Library in comic books. Which is awesome!" -- Popular Science Praise for Science Comics: Dogs : "The artwork and text are attractive and interesting, and readers will learn how dinosaur bones became fossils and how their remains were eventually discovered. Great entry-level texts that will spark readers' interest in these topics." -- School Library Journal
Dewey Decimal599.772
SynopsisReaders are invited to join a friendly mutt on a journey to discover the secret origin of dogs, how genetics and evolution shape species, and where in the world his favorite ball bounced off to in this edition of Science Comics. Full color., How well do you know our favorite furry companion? Did they really descend from wolves? What's the difference between a Chihuahua and a Saint Bernard? And just how smart are they? Join one friendly mutt on a journey to discover the secret origin of dogs, how genetics and evolution shape species, and where in the world his favorite ball bounced off to. Every volume of Science Comics offers a complete introduction to a particular topic--dinosaurs, coral reefs, the solar system, volcanoes, bats, flying machines, and more. These gorgeously illustrated graphic novels offer wildly entertaining views of their subjects. Whether you're a fourth grader doing a natural science unit at school or a thirty year old with a secret passion for airplanes, these books are for you, How well do you know our favorite furry companion? Did they really descend from wolves? What's the difference between a Chihuahua and a Saint Bernard? And just how smart are they? Join one friendly mutt on a journey to discover the secret origin of dogs, how genetics and evolution shape species, and where in the world his favorite ball bounced off to. Every volume of Science Comics offers a complete introduction to a particular topic--dinosaurs, coral reefs, the solar system, volcanoes, bats, flying machines, and more. These gorgeously illustrated graphic novels offer wildly entertaining views of their subjects. Whether you're a fourth grader doing a natural science unit at school or a thirty year old with a secret passion for airplanes, these books are for you!
LC Classification NumberSF426.5.H568 2017

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  • God book, good deal

    I bought this for my grand son. He loves it and also learned a lot about dogs.

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