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Dogs and Us: A Fifteen-Thousand-Year Friendship
A celebration of one of the most enduring love stories throughout the the one between dogs and humans!
Dogs and humans go back a long way – thousands of years, to be precise! As humans evolved, dogs did too, and we got to know, trust and understand each other instinctively. Whether they helped to protect us from danger, or sniffed out new routes to faraway places, dogs have been by our side throughout history.
In the modern world there are all kinds of some dogs are working dogs, and help us with herding, hunting or rescuing. And some dogs share our houses and our lives! Together forever, dogs and us!
This narrative nonfiction picture book traces the special relationship between humans and our furry companions — a perfect introduction to the wonderful world of dogs! Includes backmatter with further information on common dog breeds featured in the book.
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Correlates to the Common Core State Standards in English Language
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.K.6
Name the author and illustrator of a text and define the role of each in presenting the ideas or information in a text.
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.1.2
Identify the main topic and retell key details of a text.
Dogs and humans go back a long way – thousands of years, to be precise! As humans evolved, dogs did too, and we got to know, trust and understand each other instinctively. Whether they helped to protect us from danger, or sniffed out new routes to faraway places, dogs have been by our side throughout history.
In the modern world there are all kinds of some dogs are working dogs, and help us with herding, hunting or rescuing. And some dogs share our houses and our lives! Together forever, dogs and us!
This narrative nonfiction picture book traces the special relationship between humans and our furry companions — a perfect introduction to the wonderful world of dogs! Includes backmatter with further information on common dog breeds featured in the book.
Key Text Features
illustrations
facts
Correlates to the Common Core State Standards in English Language
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.K.6
Name the author and illustrator of a text and define the role of each in presenting the ideas or information in a text.
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.1.2
Identify the main topic and retell key details of a text.
48 pages, Hardcover
Published October 1, 2024
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October 17, 2024
NOTE: This review copy was provided by the publisher. This book was translated from Italian by Yvette Ghione.
Pantaleo offers a broad survey of the relationship between humans and dogs, dating back to prehistoric times. Using very simple sentences and word selections, the book opens with a child and their dog today, then jumps to a prehistoric time before dogs became domesticated, explaining how the skillsets of both were compatible so they began to support each other, and finally became a trusted companion. Backmatter includes images of 36 dog breeds and a sentence about each (Sorry, no poodles, German shepherds, or collies!), divided by the type of dog: primitive breeds, molosser breeds, herding breeds, hunting breeds, water breeds, wild dog breeds, companion breeds, ad retriever breeds.
Digital illustrations by Pantaleo were rendered digitally. They are done in bright, bold colors in a primitive style that many young children find appealing. A wide range of dog breeds are shown with humans, including working dogs dalmatians, Labrador retrievers, and huskies. A two-page spread of dogs and their humans shows a wide range of dog breeds and diverse people.
A solid introduction to this topic. Young animal lovers will really enjoy this one, as the short one line text on each page make it appropriate for beginning readers.
Recommended for Toddlers-grade 1.
Pantaleo offers a broad survey of the relationship between humans and dogs, dating back to prehistoric times. Using very simple sentences and word selections, the book opens with a child and their dog today, then jumps to a prehistoric time before dogs became domesticated, explaining how the skillsets of both were compatible so they began to support each other, and finally became a trusted companion. Backmatter includes images of 36 dog breeds and a sentence about each (Sorry, no poodles, German shepherds, or collies!), divided by the type of dog: primitive breeds, molosser breeds, herding breeds, hunting breeds, water breeds, wild dog breeds, companion breeds, ad retriever breeds.
Digital illustrations by Pantaleo were rendered digitally. They are done in bright, bold colors in a primitive style that many young children find appealing. A wide range of dog breeds are shown with humans, including working dogs dalmatians, Labrador retrievers, and huskies. A two-page spread of dogs and their humans shows a wide range of dog breeds and diverse people.
A solid introduction to this topic. Young animal lovers will really enjoy this one, as the short one line text on each page make it appropriate for beginning readers.
Recommended for Toddlers-grade 1.
July 21, 2025
This translated book presents an easy to understand glimpse at man's relationship with our canine companions through the centuries. Kids should enjoy the simple phrasing, though the illustrations are almost disturbingly bright.
September 3, 2025
Appreciated this one for its educational value and how accessible it is to littles! My 1.5 year old loved pointing at the dogs while my 3.5 year old was able to to follow along. I wonder if this might be better for a 5 - 6 year old who is interested in or doing more of a study on the history of dogs.
August 25, 2025
“It was fun. I liked that one of bubbas breeds was in the book. I liked learning about how humans and dogs have changed. I love dogs.” - Luke
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