From Wolf to Woof!
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Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2016 · Est. 6 min read-aloud

From Wolf to Woof!

Written and illustrated by Hudson Talbott

Discover how wolves became dogs, man's loyal companions, through an ancient bond of survival and friendship.

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40 pages· 773 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud
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In a prehistoric world, a lone wolf pup and an orphaned boy form an unlikely alliance. As they navigate survival, their bond sparks a transformation, turning wild wolves into loyal dogs. Witness the evolution of this friendship that reshaped history, leading to the diverse breeds we cherish today. How did this ancient partnership change the course of both species forever?

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How did dog become man’s best friend? Dogs come in such a variety of shapes, sizes, and breeds, that it is hard to believe that they all have a common ancestor–the wolf! Hudson Talbott takes readers on a fascinating journey through history to see how wolves’ relationships with humans sparked their development into the dogs we know and love today.

Striking paintings, from an adorable wolf pup to a wide range of modern-day dog breeds, illustrate this insightful story of teamwork and friendship. Through the eyes of a prehistoric boy and a lone wolf pup, we see how the bond between our ancestors and these wild animals may have developed. Starting as enemies competing for food, the wolf and the boy realize that they’ll eat better and be safer if they team up. Over time, others catch on, and as many of the wolves become more domesticated, the humans breed them for skills like hunting, herding, pulling, and rescuing. And today, there are more breeds of dog than of any other animal, all thanks to this relationship that started so long ago.

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Format
Hardcover
Pages
40
Words
773
Reading age
5–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
670L
Themes & topics
Books about teamworkBooks about wolvesBooks about dogsBooks about human-animal relationshipsBooks about wolves, coyotes, and wild dogs
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
3.6
F&P level
~P
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
183348
Publication
Published
April 12, 2016
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780399254048

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