The Dog from Arf! Arf! to Zzzzzz [Hardcover]

The Dog Artlist Collection (Author, Illustrator)

Book Description

Age Level: 4 and up

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Take a peek inside -- the dogs in this book are unlike any dogs you have ever seen. Who can resist page after page of these adorable pups? It's impossible not to have a favorite. Is it the tiny shih tzu or the big, fluffy Shetland sheepdog? This noisy alphabet book of dog sounds and commands will appeal to the dog lover in everyone.

The Dog Artlist Collection features dogs photographed at unique angles by dog lovers using special lenses to highlight the features of each puppy. The photographs in this book were selected from a portfolio of more than 100,000 images. These unusual photographs first appeared in Japan as a collection of postcards and quickly expanded into a line of calendars, plush animals, games, and more, all available worldwide.

Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

PreSchool-Grade 2–This bare-bones ABC book breaks no new ground, but it will be adored by dog lovers. One capital letter appears in the corner of each white page along with corresponding "dog" words. The irresistible, artistically photographed puppies that illustrate the words and phrases are the real draw here. F is for "Fetch," G is for "Good dog," Q shows a "Quiet" Welsh corgi, and Z features a snoozing spaniel. Taken from unusual angles, the photos highlight the characteristics of each pup. For example, a boxer's head appears to be almost as big as his body and a pug looks to be all tongue. Some of the puppies seem to be looking right at readers, and others look as if they might just walk right off the pages. All of the breeds are identified in a list at the end of the book.–Melinda Piehler, Sawgrass Elementary School, Sunrise, FL
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Review

“The ebullient animals exude energy.” (Publishers Weekly )

“Dog lovers will enjoy the interesting angles that capture all the puppies’ appeal, from A to Z.” (Detroit Free Press )

“Will be adored by dog lovers. Irresistible.” (School Library Journal )

“Young dog lovers who just can’t get enough will drool over this…appealing gallery.” (Kirkus Reviews )

“This…will be adored by dog lovers. Irresistible, artistically photographed puppies.” (School Library Journal )

“Dog lovers will enjoy the interesting angles that capture all the puppies’ appeal.” (Detroit Free Press )

“Fetching.” (Kirkus Reviews )

“Ebullient animals exude energy.” (Publishers Weekly ) --This text refers to the Board book edition.

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Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 4 and up
  
• Hardcover: 40 pages
• Publisher: HarperCollins (March 30, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0060598573
• ISBN-13: 978-0060598570
• Product Dimensions: 10.2 x 10 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13.6 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,608,646 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Perfect Alphabet Book for Dog Lovers, March 1, 2006

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Boy Mom (Bremerton, WA United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Dog from Arf! Arf! to Zzzzzz Board Book (Board book)

My 18 month old has loved this book since we received it as a gift when he was aroud 8 months or so. It is perfect for him, because he is obsessed with dogs and the book has few words, so we can read through quickly or go slower and spend more time looking at the pictures.

In this book each letter of the alphabet has a dog-related word that corresponds to a photo of a dog. Our favorite is J which is "Jump". We always jump at that page. We also like D for "Down", because that is a command we give our dog quite often. Each photo is of a different breed, so they get to look at all sorts of dogs.

If your child is an animal/dog lover and often likes to read through books at a relatively fast pace, this book is perfect for you.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Wag the dog, May 7, 2004

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Karen Woodworth Roman "Happy Librarian" (DeKalb, IL) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Dog from Arf! Arf! to Zzzzzz (Hardcover)

Dog lovers will love this alphabet book. Each page has a close up of some breed of puppy and a dog related word. For example, F shows a beagle pup with a stick in his mouth and the word "Fetch!" and W has a Cavalier King Charles spaniel showing off his tail and the words "Wag, wag, wag". The puppies are all beautifully photographed with a white background and many are shown from interesting or funny angles. At the end of the book is a page that tells what breed of dog is shown with each letter. Karen Woodworth-Roman, Librarian

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars DELIGHTFUL AND BENEFICIAL, June 5, 2004

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Brenda "MYSHELFDOTCOM" (United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Dog from Arf! Arf! to Zzzzzz (Hardcover)

There is nothing cuter than a furry animal - in this case, dogs. These adorable mutts with their exaggerated angles accompany the letters of the alphabet. A lab comes with the letter C, a terrier is down with the letter D, a furry black and white Vroom's to the letter V, and a hot dog shows his tail for the letter T.

The Dog from Arf! Arf! to Zzzzzz is delightful and beneficial. Using dogs and positioning them to represent the letters of the alphabet is a terrific idea. Seeing actions that represent the word of the letter is fun, and it helps kids retain the alphabet, as well as improve their memory skills. If owning the real thing (a pup) is not possible, this is next best thing for your little one.