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Nubs: The True Story of a Mutt, a Marine & a Miracle
by
Brian Dennis,
Kirby Larson (Goodreads Author), Mary Nethery (Goodreads Author)
Nubs, an Iraqi dog of war, never had a home or a person of his own. He was the leader of a pack of wild dogs living off the land and barely surviving. But Nubs's life changed when he met Marine Major Brian Dennis.
The two formed a fast friendship, made stronger by Dennis's willingness to share his meals, offer a warm place to sleep, and give Nubs the kind of care and attent...more
The two formed a fast friendship, made stronger by Dennis's willingness to share his meals, offer a warm place to sleep, and give Nubs the kind of care and attent...more
Hardcover, 48 pages
Published
November 1st 2009
by Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
(first published July 10th 2009)
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Audience) Primary
Genre) Biography
A)Directed Reading - Thinking Activity would involve first letting the children get ahold of the book themselves and skimming thought the pictures and the text to get an idea and make predictions about what the book holds. Following this we would begin reading the story stopping at a breaking point created by me. At this time we would discuss what has happened in the story and compare it to the predictions that they made. After the discussion continue to read, f...more
Genre) Biography
A)Directed Reading - Thinking Activity would involve first letting the children get ahold of the book themselves and skimming thought the pictures and the text to get an idea and make predictions about what the book holds. Following this we would begin reading the story stopping at a breaking point created by me. At this time we would discuss what has happened in the story and compare it to the predictions that they made. After the discussion continue to read, f...more
Audience: Primary
Genre: Informational
Pre-Reading Strategy: Think-Pair-Share
Before reading Nubs, I would use a think-pair-share activity to get the students thinking about the story and allow them to collaborate with a partner on a specific question. I would first explain the strategy to the students and why it is helpful. I would explain that the think-pair-share strategy helps the students to first think about a question on their own, and then to collaborate with a partner and bring their ideas...more
Genre: Informational
Pre-Reading Strategy: Think-Pair-Share
Before reading Nubs, I would use a think-pair-share activity to get the students thinking about the story and allow them to collaborate with a partner on a specific question. I would first explain the strategy to the students and why it is helpful. I would explain that the think-pair-share strategy helps the students to first think about a question on their own, and then to collaborate with a partner and bring their ideas...more
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Here is a true story that will make you smile, warm your heart, and again remind you of the indefatigable power of love. Yes, even in war love overcomes.
Today he is known by thousands but not too long ago a scraggly, skinny mutt barely survived on the desert. "His ears had been cut off to make him a dog of war." He was the leader off a pack of wild dogs, and had no name. And then one day a trio of military vehicles carrying Major Brian Dennis and his ten marines arrived at the desert fort. The...more
Today he is known by thousands but not too long ago a scraggly, skinny mutt barely survived on the desert. "His ears had been cut off to make him a dog of war." He was the leader off a pack of wild dogs, and had no name. And then one day a trio of military vehicles carrying Major Brian Dennis and his ten marines arrived at the desert fort. The...more
I absolutely love this story! It is a true story about an Iraqi dog of war named Nubs whose ears had been cut off to show that he was a dog of war. Nubs lived in a war zone and had been abused. He was named Nubs by a Marine name Brian Dennis after they met one day in the desert. Nubs led a pack of wild dogs in the desert and never had a home to call his own. When he met Brian- they became fast friends and a source of friendship for the other crew members as well. Brian and his crew were relocate...more
This is the story of plucky and courageous Iraqi dog who befriends a group of Marines, namely Major Brian Dennis. This dog demonstrates such fierce loyalty and courageous, that you immediately become invested in his welfare and survival. Nubs the dog, an adopted pet by a band of U.S. Marines, shows why these military men could not give up on him: "Nubs trekked mile after treacherous mile across the desert, shivering through frozen days and nights. There was little to eat and even less to drink....more
The 2012-2013 Nebraska Golden Sower Nominee, Nubs The True Story of a Mutt, a Marine, & a Miracle, written by Major Brian Dennis, Kirby Larson, and Mary Nethery, is a heartfelt non-fiction story of the friendship between a dog and a human. This book is geared toward elementary school children in grades 2-5 and provides the reader with a story of heroism and loyalty. Nubs is a starving Iraqi war dog who is struggling to remain the pack leader of his wild dog pack. He meets Major Brian Dennis...more
This is a true story of a dog that wanted to be a Marine. Think about how your pet can help you feel better, make you laugh, and keep you from feeling lonely. That's what this stray dog did for a Marine team. I've often heard that animals pick their owners not the other way around. Well here is one dog that definitely knew who he wanted to be with. Even though he had been treated poorly by people ( nothing with details mentioned) he picked out Major Dennis to help on guard duty. Marines in Iraq...more
This picture book for older readers will make you feel all warm and fuzzy inside. It's the story of a Marine far from home and a mutt who never had a home. The dog, nicknamed "Nubs" because his ears had been cut off, made a special connection with Major Brian Dennis who was serving in Iraq. It soon became clear that Nubs had no intention of letting the major step out of his life. It was Nubs' devotion that drove the dog to trek 70 miles across harsh desert sands to join the major at his next ass...more
Audience- I feel this book is in between primary and an intermediate level because it would have to be read by students who understand the way and are okay with learning about what the dog lives through. I feel the students will better understand the book if they know information about the war to fully understand the dogs life and the miracle he lived through.
Appeal- This book will appeal to students who like to learn about true stories. Also students who are interested about dogs or war. It is...more
Appeal- This book will appeal to students who like to learn about true stories. Also students who are interested about dogs or war. It is...more
Audience: The audience for this book is elementary school. Because of the length and word choice, I would say that this book would be best for fourth and fifth graders.
Appeal: I think this book would appeal to fourth and fifth graders because they know a lot about what is going on in the world today, and this book would show them where they are hearing about as well as shed light on one individual that is part of a good story coming out of the middle east.
Application: I might use this book to h...more
Appeal: I think this book would appeal to fourth and fifth graders because they know a lot about what is going on in the world today, and this book would show them where they are hearing about as well as shed light on one individual that is part of a good story coming out of the middle east.
Application: I might use this book to h...more
Read Aloud: As a dog lover, Nubs: The True Story of a Mutt, a Marine & a Miracle is one of my favorite children's books. Nubs is an amazing dog, whose best friend is a hero. Author, Major Brian Dennis is is a compassionate marine who finds Nubs in a pack of wild dogs, while stationed in Western Iraq. Before Major Dennis found him, Nubs's ears were cut off to make him more equipped as a war dog. He was left with only small nubs on the top of his head, thus giving him his unique name. As Major...more
Every year it seems there is some animal story on the Show Me Readers list that is made to tug at your heart strings. This year that book is Nubs.
The story of Nubs and Brian is a good one, but I felt the writing wasn't all that impressive. It really is for younger readers and in some ways I felt the authors talked down to their audience a bit. There are e-mails and letters added which didn't always flow with the text.
I won't deny the story itself is good, I was just a bit disappointed in the wr...more
The story of Nubs and Brian is a good one, but I felt the writing wasn't all that impressive. It really is for younger readers and in some ways I felt the authors talked down to their audience a bit. There are e-mails and letters added which didn't always flow with the text.
I won't deny the story itself is good, I was just a bit disappointed in the wr...more
This is the touching story of an Iraqui street dog who was determined to be friends with the American military men stationed there. Nubs was the leader of his pack, but often got hurt. Major Brian Dennis befriends Nubs, who from then on becomes fiercely loyal to him. One day, the marines move over 70 miles to a different post. Nubs is determined to follow them, and he makes the entire desert journey on foot! When he arrives, the troops know they must keep him, though it is against the rules. Com...more
Audience: The audience for this book would be primary grades. I think second grade and up would be an appropriate age group to introduce this book to.
Appeal: This book is appealing because it is a true event! Major Brian Dennis is a marine that is stationed in the Iraq war and is being followed by a mutt that he get to eventually keep and fly back to his home in California. Children now are growing up in a generation where the US is at war making history and children love dogs.
Application: I wo...more
Appeal: This book is appealing because it is a true event! Major Brian Dennis is a marine that is stationed in the Iraq war and is being followed by a mutt that he get to eventually keep and fly back to his home in California. Children now are growing up in a generation where the US is at war making history and children love dogs.
Application: I wo...more
This colorful and well-presented children’s book would be an excellent choice for read-aloud in a humane education presentation, or for a “Read to a Dog” program. It’s the touching story of a Marine who adopted a stray dog while stationed in Iraq, and his Herculean efforts to bring the pup to safety back home in the States.
The dog was named “Nubs”—in reference to his missing ears, which, as the text vaguely states, were cut off by persons unknown to “make him a dog of war.” Young readers are sp...more
The dog was named “Nubs”—in reference to his missing ears, which, as the text vaguely states, were cut off by persons unknown to “make him a dog of war.” Young readers are sp...more
I saw this book on the bestseller list, and the animal lover in me said...."read this book". So happy I did....sniff sniff sniff". Nubs, is a story about an Iraqi pack dog, barely surviving, whose life was changed when he met Marine Major Brian Dennis. Brian and the dog (he named Nubs) formed a special bond as Dennis shared his meals, gave him lots of attention and a offer a warm place to sleep. Things changed fore Nubs when Dennis had to transfer locations some 70 miles away, and could not take...more
Nubs is a dog of war. Or is he a dog of peace?
That's how he ended up with nubs for ears and a cautious attitude towards the American soldiers that approach him and his dog pack in northern Iraq. However, with a little kindness, Nubs becomes very attached to the soldiers, even though he only sees them every few weeks. When his soldier, Brian, keeps leaving him behind, Nubs takes matters into his own hands and seeks him out, 70 miles away.
The book, which is a true story of a stray wild dog in Iraq...more
That's how he ended up with nubs for ears and a cautious attitude towards the American soldiers that approach him and his dog pack in northern Iraq. However, with a little kindness, Nubs becomes very attached to the soldiers, even though he only sees them every few weeks. When his soldier, Brian, keeps leaving him behind, Nubs takes matters into his own hands and seeks him out, 70 miles away.
The book, which is a true story of a stray wild dog in Iraq...more
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Nubs was a wild dog in Iraq that found Major Brian Dennis, and found a life long friend. After Nubs followed Dennis 70 miles to another post, Dennis began making moves to keep him. When military rules prevented Dennis from keeping him on base, Dennis began the process to bring him to the States. Now, Nubs lives with Dennis in California.
This is a great, heart-tugging story. Everyone will love reading about this determined, loyal dog that makes an incredible journey. This book is in my elementar...more
This is a great, heart-tugging story. Everyone will love reading about this determined, loyal dog that makes an incredible journey. This book is in my elementar...more
This book won the 2011 Colorado Children's Book Award. This is such a beautiful story of the hope that can be found during wartime. I think children, especially boys, will love it because it has elements of war and animals. It is also a great book because it incorporates letters, e-mails, maps, photographs, and other items as forms of illustrations. This could be a great story to use around September 11th just to give a different perspective on things, especially with slightly older children. It...more
Nubs, an Iraqui wardog, never had an owner to call his own. When a marine, Brian Dennis, met Nubs, they created a wonderful friendship. Nubs however; did not know that the marines couldn't have pets. Brian did something that would melt the heart of any animal lover!
Reading Level: 3rd-5th grade
Genre: Informational Picture Book
Topics: Dogs, Military & War
Use: Guided Reading
Social Issues: War, Companionship, Saving Animals
LIterary Elements: This book shows sequence of events very well. The stor...more
Reading Level: 3rd-5th grade
Genre: Informational Picture Book
Topics: Dogs, Military & War
Use: Guided Reading
Social Issues: War, Companionship, Saving Animals
LIterary Elements: This book shows sequence of events very well. The stor...more
My boys loved this book. There is a lot of reading in this book and we had to read it in two sittings, but the boys wanted to read every word on the page. A person could skip over some of the email readings or other descriptions. I liked that it is non-fiction. There are so many discussions you could have with this book: dogs, helping animals, war, human-animal bond... My preschool class makes dog biscuits a couple times a year for the animal shelter, the animal control officer brings some "frie...more
copyright 2009, non-fiction, personal narrative
This book has quickly become one of my son's favorites. It is about a dog found in the Iraqi desert by Major Brian Dennis. Major Dennis and Nubs (named for his ears that have been cut off to make him a dog of war)became good friends. Eventually, Major Dennis and his team have to move on. Nubs finds him after a journey of 2 snowy days and 70 miles. Because someone reported them, they had to get rid of Nubs. In an effort to save his life, Brian evacua...more
This book has quickly become one of my son's favorites. It is about a dog found in the Iraqi desert by Major Brian Dennis. Major Dennis and Nubs (named for his ears that have been cut off to make him a dog of war)became good friends. Eventually, Major Dennis and his team have to move on. Nubs finds him after a journey of 2 snowy days and 70 miles. Because someone reported them, they had to get rid of Nubs. In an effort to save his life, Brian evacua...more
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Nubs, an Iraqi dog of war, was homeless. He was in a pack of wild dogs who were barely surviving. But Nubs's life changed when he met Marine Major Brian Dennis. The two became friends very quickly and Nubs became part of Dennis's human "pack" until duty required the Marines to relocate a full 70 miles away--without him. The kids will enjoy finding out what happens at the end. This is a great book for read-aloud and can even inspire writers to write about how a special animal h...more
Nubs, an Iraqi dog of war, was homeless. He was in a pack of wild dogs who were barely surviving. But Nubs's life changed when he met Marine Major Brian Dennis. The two became friends very quickly and Nubs became part of Dennis's human "pack" until duty required the Marines to relocate a full 70 miles away--without him. The kids will enjoy finding out what happens at the end. This is a great book for read-aloud and can even inspire writers to write about how a special animal h...more
As a dog owner myself I was intrigued by the cover of this book and I was about not to read it thinking it was another sad dog story. This is an impressive true story of a dog who did not give up. He met the soldiera at an old fort where he was surviving the war. He made friends with them. They named him Nubs. Read the story and find out why. When they left for the third time he treked for miles until he found them. Today he is happy living in San Diego California. This is a great story special...more
Audience: 1st - 5th grade students. Students that are interested in the military, war or dogs as companions.
Appeal: It's a real story about a dog that befriends a soldier over seas. When the soldier leaves his base and moves 70 miles away, the dog takes a journey to find him again. This dog shows perserverence and the desire to maintain a strong friendship with the human. The pictures are actual photographs, and there are newspaper clips throughout the book, that gives more information about thi...more
Appeal: It's a real story about a dog that befriends a soldier over seas. When the soldier leaves his base and moves 70 miles away, the dog takes a journey to find him again. This dog shows perserverence and the desire to maintain a strong friendship with the human. The pictures are actual photographs, and there are newspaper clips throughout the book, that gives more information about thi...more
Fascinating story of a Marine who befriended a dog in war-torn Iraq. The dog's ears had been trimmed, hence the name Nubs. When the Marines left that post for another one, the dog followed them for 70 miles to be with Brian. Unfortunately there are rules against Marines keeping pets. So, Brian figured out a way to get Nubs sent to CA to friends of his, to keep him until his duty was over.
Very sweet story; it's too bad there aren't happy endings for all the poor dogs over there living such a roug...more
Very sweet story; it's too bad there aren't happy endings for all the poor dogs over there living such a roug...more
The story alone deserves ten stars. These men and women in the military are all heroes to me but the animal lovers among them who are overseas are even more so. I can't fathom having to leave a dog like Nubs because the military won't allow pets. I can understand pets get in the way, I can understand the thought process of not wanting the dog (or other animal) to take time and attention away from the matters at hand, you can even go out on a limb and say if that's allowed what about bringing a p...more
Nubs: The True Story of a Mutt, a Marine & a Miracle by Major Brian Dennis, Kirby Larson & Mary Nethery
I saw Brian and Nubs on a late night talk show last Nov and was moved to tears about this story, so was able to get in contact with Kirby to get my own review copy, which came today. I read it to my 9 year old granddaughter Violet, who had heard about the book. She loved it, as did I, sobbing as I read this most miraculous and courageous true story.
Major Brian Dennis, a Marine stationed...more
I saw Brian and Nubs on a late night talk show last Nov and was moved to tears about this story, so was able to get in contact with Kirby to get my own review copy, which came today. I read it to my 9 year old granddaughter Violet, who had heard about the book. She loved it, as did I, sobbing as I read this most miraculous and courageous true story.
Major Brian Dennis, a Marine stationed...more
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