Being a Dog
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2022

Being a Dog

Written by Maria Gianferrari · Illustrated by Pete Oswald

Discover mindfulness through a child's playful day with their dog, embracing each moment fully.

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40 pages· ~520L
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Bookroo's summary

Join a child and their dog on a joyful journey of mindfulness, exploring each moment from dawn to dusk. As they bark, wag, and sniff through their day, they invite readers to engage with the world using all five senses. This playful adventure offers gentle cues for living in the present, with interactive prompts for a sensory walk and a calming breathing exercise. Will you embrace the art of being like a dog and savor every second?

From the publisher

Simply be like a dog with this irresistible picture book by beloved author Maria Gianferrari and illustrated by #1 New York Times bestselling artist Pete Oswald that introduces readers to mindfulness. Join a young child and their dog as they experience every minute of the day to its fullest–from the second they wake up to the moment they fall asleep. Readers will love barking, wagging, and sniffing along with the gentle cues in the book. Interactive backmatter includes prompts for a mindfulness walk that engages all five senses as well as a guided breathing exercise.

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
40
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
~520L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~3.4
F&P level
~N
Publication
Published
April 5, 2022
Publisher
HarperCollins
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780063067912

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