Dubs Goes to Washington... and Discovers the Greatness of America is a book that teaches young children their first patriotic lessons. The star of the book is Dubs, our adorable golden retriever. Dubs has lost his beloved tennis ball in Washington, D.C. Your kids and grandkids - and, in fact, all kids from 4-8 - will love helping Dubs find it - and, in the process, will discover what makes America such an exceptional nation. We decided to write this book because we couldn’t find books for our young friends that teach them about our great country, our important institutions, and our heroes. Too often, our schools and publishers ignore these important subjects or relegate them to adults. But, as we all know, you’re never too young to be a patriot! Dubs Goes to Washington... gives parents and grandparents the perfect vehicle for introducing our patriotic heritage to children aged four to eight. This delightful history and civics lesson will be a favorite bedtime story for your family. Kids will learn a little about our founding fathers, our patriotic traditions, the message of our national monuments, and the importance of our war heroes who fought for our freedom. These beautifully illustrated lessons show some of the things that make America an exceptional nation. And it’s fun for kids, too. Dubs’ yellow tennis ball is hidden in each of the drawings, and kids have to search to find it. We know you're proud of what makes America great. Now you and Dubs can remind your little ones of our cultural and historical foundations. Take a trip through Washington with Dubs!
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A missing tennis ball leads to a lesson in American history for golden retriever Dubs in this children’s book by Morris, McGann and Liotta.
When Dubs discovers that his prized tennis ball has rolled away, he sets off on a mission to find it. The journey takes him throughout Washington, D.C., from the Lincoln Memorial to the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, and to just about every point-of-interest in between. At each stop, before resuming the search for his tennis ball, Dubs reflects on the meaning or purpose of the site and how it personally affects him. While gazing up at the columns of the U.S. Supreme Court building, Dubs considers how “[i]f another dog took away my ball / the court would get it / back for me after all.” At the Thomas Jefferson Memorial, Dubs thinks, “If people are equal, can it possibly be / That dogs are too,…especially me?” By having Dubs not just recite what each site is and its role in American history but also briefly explain how the buildings or the actions of the people being memorialized personally affect him, the authors make it easier for children to relate to the imposing federal buildings and monuments. The rhyming scheme, though at times a bit clunky (“Dubs stopped by to visit the White House / To see the president and his lovely spouse”) keep the tone light, as does the missing tennis ball. Young readers will have fun searching for the bright yellow ball—always just out of Dubs’ sight—in each of the illustrations. The illustrations, by Liotta, both capture the playful side of Dubs and, at times, the solemnity of the monuments he visits. Each drawn from a different angle, they invite readers in for a closer look. At the Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial, for example, Dubs hides beneath the folds of FDR’s cape, growling at Fala, the president’s Scottish terrier, who is also memorialized. At the World War II memorial, with his back to us, Dubs sits peacefully, surrounded by green memorial wreaths. The illustrations, coupled with the breadth of sites that Dubs visits, (15 in all), will keep readers interested while they learn about history and help Dubs find his tennis ball.
A fun adventure that introduces young children to American history.
When Dubs discovers that his prized tennis ball has rolled away, he sets off on a mission to find it. The journey takes him throughout Washington, D.C., from the Lincoln Memorial to the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, and to just about every point-of-interest in between. At each stop, before resuming the search for his tennis ball, Dubs reflects on the meaning or purpose of the site and how it personally affects him. While gazing up at the columns of the U.S. Supreme Court building, Dubs considers how “[i]f another dog took away my ball / the court would get it / back for me after all.” At the Thomas Jefferson Memorial, Dubs thinks, “If people are equal, can it possibly be / That dogs are too,…especially me?” By having Dubs not just recite what each site is and its role in American history but also briefly explain how the buildings or the actions of the people being memorialized personally affect him, the authors make it easier for children to relate to the imposing federal buildings and monuments. The rhyming scheme, though at times a bit clunky (“Dubs stopped by to visit the White House / To see the president and his lovely spouse”) keep the tone light, as does the missing tennis ball. Young readers will have fun searching for the bright yellow ball—always just out of Dubs’ sight—in each of the illustrations. The illustrations, by Liotta, both capture the playful side of Dubs and, at times, the solemnity of the monuments he visits. Each drawn from a different angle, they invite readers in for a closer look. At the Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial, for example, Dubs hides beneath the folds of FDR’s cape, growling at Fala, the president’s Scottish terrier, who is also memorialized. At the World War II memorial, with his back to us, Dubs sits peacefully, surrounded by green memorial wreaths. The illustrations, coupled with the breadth of sites that Dubs visits, (15 in all), will keep readers interested while they learn about history and help Dubs find his tennis ball.
A fun adventure that introduces young children to American history.
About the Author
Dick & Eileen have been married for thirty-four years. Together, they have written nine New York Times best sellers, including #1 Catastrophe, Off With Their Heads, Outrage, 2010:Take Back America, Rewriting History, Hillary v. Condi, Because He Could, and Revolt! Dick’s Behind the Oval Office was also an NYT bestseller. One of the most prominent American political consultants, Dick Morris is well known for his probing, insightful, hard-hitting and clear commentary on FoxNews. Dick and Eileen write daily columns on US politics for their website dickmorris.com and have been columnists for the New York Post and contributors to National Review and many other publications. Dick writes a weekly column for The Hill. Recently, Dick began daily video commentary and a Saturday history lesson on dickmorris.com. Morris first came to national attention by providing the strategy for Bill Clinton’s stunning comeback re-election victory in 1996, rescuing his presidency after he lost Congress in 1994. Called “the most influential private citizen in America” by Time Magazine, Morris steered Clinton back to the center and was key in the Administration initiatives that balanced the budget, cut taxes, and reformed welfare. Morris also handled winning campaigns for more than thirty Senators and Governors. Globally, he has piloted campaigns for president or prime minister of Mexico, Colombia, Argentina, Uruguay, Kenya, Hungary, Poland, Taiwan, and Japan. Eileen is a lawyer and the CEO of dickmorris.com. Clayton Liotta is an illustrator, cartoonist, and film maker with quite a background. As a boy, a band of gypsies found him living under a squashed cabbage leaf. They whisked him away, and made him part of their roving caravan, where he learned the ancient art of broom making. He spent countless hours weaving straw into brooms and listening to stories told by tribal elders. Sitting around the campfire, Clayton was fascinated by the gypsies’ ancient tales. Soon, he found himself sketching in the dirt with leftover pieces of straw. Once they saw his interpretive drawings, the gypsies realized that they should preserve their unique stories on paper- along with Clayton’s sketches. An illustrator was born. Until now, Clayton’s work was known only in gypsy caravans. (And how many gypsy caravans do you see these days???) Clayton has since left the simple gypsy lifestyle for bright lights, big cities, cheeseburgers, fries, and cable TV.....Where he lives quietly!
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10 of 12 people found the following review helpful
By Ann
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
Love the Book, The Grandchildren asked question about the monuments and the memorials. They also had great fun looking for the ball o each page. Two of the teenagers also enjoyed the Book too. I gave them out as Christmas present and made sure I had one extra at my house, so we can enjoy it when they come over for visit.
19 of 25 people found the following review helpful
By Lissie2663
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Recommended reading for ages 4-6 year olds. Good for demonstrating the very basics of government to the little ones. Very short read. I would like to see Dick take on a more detailed project for the 8-12 year old group.
11 of 14 people found the following review helpful
By Tobercat
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I purchased this book for the local library. The story and illustrations are wonderful for the age group to which it is directed. Our librarian was thrilled with the book.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
4.0 out of 5 stars
Was a Gift
Grandniece wanted this book for Christmas - but I didn't know it.
Gave it to her for a Birthday Present.
Gave it to her for a Birthday Present.
Published 4 days ago by Sr. Seton Agovino
3.0 out of 5 stars
good for childern
Children will benefit from this read. Learning how Washington is supposed to work will be an aid for futher voters whatever party they join.
Published 8 days ago by John R Herringer
5.0 out of 5 stars
Lovely Book
We need more books such as this to teach our children about the History our great county, USA....love the Golden!
Published 1 month ago by Victoria Pramme
5.0 out of 5 stars
Wonderful for kids
There is a ball in every picture, Dubs is so close to finding it your child will be pointing out the ball and telling you Dubs should look over there for his ball, all while... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Christine Austen
3.0 out of 5 stars
Bought this for a grandchild
It is for a much younger child. Interesting but really, Mr. Morris, you need a better illustrator. Maybe I say that from an artist viewpoint.
Published 2 months ago by Suzanne C. Carper
4.0 out of 5 stars
Dubs Goes to Washington
Bought it for my 8, 5, and 3 year old grandchildren. They've not yet been to DC, so it gave them a little taste of some of the historical sites they will see when they are a... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Patricia Eckerty
5.0 out of 5 stars
A great read
Great book for children. You can either read it to them or let them read it if they are of age. Dubs is adorable.
Published 2 months ago by Mike McShea
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great book
Again, children's books are hard to come by which are not just plan silly. This book is engaging to a child. Shippment was fast and in good condition.
Published 2 months ago by Robert
5.0 out of 5 stars
fUN bOOK
dUBS gOES TO wASHINGTON, BOOK FOR YOUNG PEOPLE, ESPECIALLY IIN THIS ELECTION YEAR. i ENJOYED dUBS gOES TO wASHINGTON, bEFORE GIVING IT TO GRANDCHILDREN
Published 3 months ago by Helene Doyle
4.0 out of 5 stars
Gov't lesson for children -- 1st of two publications
The workings of our government come alive for the young child as Dub's (the golden lab dog) finds his way through the corridors
of the branches of Congress, learning how they... Read more
of the branches of Congress, learning how they... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Arthur L. Scheid
