AUTHOR: Kevin J. Meehan
PUBLISHER: Isosceles' Holdings LLC
PUBLISHING DATE: March 21, 2018
FROM GOODREADS: From being awakened by friend Mole, to a breakfast of dancing eggs, howling and grunting with Moose, time spent with Frog and Platypus, lunchtime with Lizard, playing it cool with Mouse, listening to drums with Prairie Dog, riding in a wagon with Rhino, drinking from a hose with Goose, and a lullaby with Frog, come share a fun day with Isosceles, a happy rescue dog, and his animal friends!
MY THOUGHTS: I am constantly on the lookout for children's books which I can possibly donate to my local library as gifts in my dogs' names which is one of the reasons I wanted to give this book try. I'm glad I did because I not only fell in love with the artwork, I also fell in love with this book's heart. Isosceles is a rescue dog and basically this book outlines his first day of freedom and security and all the friends he encounters. There's not much else to say but I think it would be a wonderful addition to any children's library.
Here's a little the author shared:
Isosceles, formerly named Jake, was neglected and likely abused in a backyard in Wyoming for his first three years of life. He was never allowed inside and forced to face 20 below temps with his sister, isolated form human affection. When the owners moved without him, he was rescued but then brutally separated from his only comfort - his sister,. The author rescued him the first day he was brought into the adoption center. The story shares Isosceles' life now that he has a home, homemade food and lot of toys and interaction.
MY RATING: 5 PAWS
Doesn't he look happy with his new owner!
He does look happy:) And this book sounds perfect for me Kid's Korner feature! How sweet to donate the books in your dog's names.
ReplyDeleteI thought it was a cool idea as well. I love my pups and always love supporting my library.
DeleteWhat a cute book cover! The dog is going to have a much better life with his new owner that's for sure. I just can't stand people who mistreat dogs!
ReplyDeleteYou and me both!
DeleteThis makes me want to run out and rescue a dog right now!!
ReplyDeleteMe too, but I doubt I could stop at one.
DeleteOf course you know that I love this!!!! Children need to know how to treat animals. Education is the only way to fix the over population of animals in shelters.
ReplyDeleteYes, I love books that are fun but education children too.
DeleteGlad you loved this one. It makes me want to rescue a dog too although I think when my Dude eventually goes to 'dog heaven' I just won't be able to go there again.
ReplyDeleteLynn :D
We've thought that with all of ours but in the long run, I can't imagine a house without a dog.
DeleteThis sounds like a beautiful book. I actually would love to rescue a bonded pair of dogs at some point. My Stella was removed from her original owner due to neglect. She was just a puppy and doesn't remember but it makes me sad that her first weeks were not good ones. Of course, she is all kinds of spoiled now.
ReplyDeleteI'm glad she doesn't remember and that she ended up with you and your family.
DeleteI need this book! I am always looking for children's books to donate to our neighborhood community center's Little Free Library. I love that you do the same with your library! Thanks for sharing your review. 🐕📚
ReplyDeleteThank you from the bottom of my heart for being such a big contributor to our Dog Days of Summer celebration! 🐾✨
You're quite welcome. You two are awesome hosts!
DeleteBe still my heart, this sounds so wonderful!
ReplyDeleteIt is very wonderful.
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