What is a Dog? (The Science of Living Things) - Hardcover

Kalman, Bobbie

9780865059795: What is a Dog? (The Science of Living Things)

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0865059799 ISBN 13: 9780865059795

Publisher: Crabtree Classics, 1999

Dogs are believed to be the first animals to live as pets. Suitable for ages 6-12, this book explains how these once-wild members of the animal kingdom use their senses and instincts in daily living, as well as in helping people. It describes: the dog family tree; a dog's body; super senses; complex social order of dogs; and categories of dogs.

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About the Author:

Bobbie Kalman is the author and publisher of more than one hundred and fifty quality children's library books. She has created many of Crabtree's most popular series, including The Early Settler Life Series, The Historic Communities Series and The Crabapples Series of "starter" books for younger children. This year Bobbie has created the exciting new series Sports in Action. Bobbie's series are extremely successful in schools and public libraries because she writes them with specific curriculum needs in mind. She works with a writing team of creative writers who thoroughly research each topic. Colorful, attractive covers and entertaining text make her books sell equally well in bookstores and museums. Bobbie holds degrees in English, Psychology and Education. She has taught at both the elementary and secondary level. As well as being a teacher, Bobbie has worked as an educational consultant with several publishing companies.

What is a dog? All about breeds Over the years, mating specific dogs created various breeds, or kinds, of dogs. Dogs that are of only one breed are purebred animals. Some dogs, however, are a mix of many breeds. These dogs are mongrels.

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