Dogs of War
Dogs of War
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Dogs of War

Written by Sheila Keenan & illustrated by Nathan Fox
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$14.99
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8 - 12
Reading age
208
Page count
7,092
Word count
GN490L
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Oct 29, 2013
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Sheila Keenan’s captivating stories paired with Nathan Fox’s stunning art bring the heroic military actions of man’s best friend to life!Some war heroes heard wind whistling over a hidden trip wire.Some war heroes sniffed out a sniper 1,000 yards away.Some war heroes stood tall . . . on four legs!DOGS OF WAR is a graphic novel that tells the stories of the canine military heroes of World War I, World War II, and the Vietnam War. This collection of three fictional stories was inspired by historic battles and real military practice. Each story tells the remarkable adventures of a soldier and his service dog and is rendered with fascinating and beautiful detail, bringing to life the faithful dogs who braved bombs, barrages, and battles to save the lives of countless soldiers. Based on the real-life roles of military dogs that served as Red Cross rescuers, messengers, scouts, search-and-rescue teams, sentries, and mascots, DOGS OF WAR captures both the adventure and the devastation brought on by war, as well as the celebrations of life and friendship between boys and their dogs.

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    Book Details

    ISBN
    9780545128889
    Publication Date
    October 29, 2013
    Publisher
    Graphix
    Original Publication Date
    October 29, 2013
    Page Count
    208
    Word Count
    7092
    Audience
    Middle Grade
    Reading Age
    8 - 12 years
    Lib. of Congress (LCCN)
    2011006735
    Lexile® Level
    GN490L
    Est. Fountas & Pinnell Level
    ~M
    ATOS® Book Level
    3.3
    Accelerated Reader® Points
    2
    Accelerated Reader Quiz
    162302
    Accelerated Reader Interest Level
    MG

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