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Dog and Bear (Neal Porter Books) (Boston Globe-Horn Book Award Winner-Best Picture Book) (Awards)) [Hardcover]

Laura Vaccaro Seeger (Author, Illustrator)
4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (19 customer reviews)
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Book Description

Release date: April 3, 2007 | Age Range: 4 - 8 years | Lexile Measure: 320L (What's this?)
Laura Vaccaro Seeger's highly praised concept books have introduced children to colors, opposites, emotions, and the alphabet. Now she guides children on the first steps to reading with three sweet, funny stories about a stuffed bear and a frisky dachshund who happen to be best friends. Simple, engaging texts and bright, colorful pictures make this a perfect book for emergent readers to read by themselves or to share with friends. And in Dog and Bear, readers will discover two chaming characters, ready to take their place on the shelves next to Henry and Mudge, Frog and Toad, and George and Martha.
 
Dog and Bear: Two Friends, Three Stories is the winner of the 2007 Boston Globe - Horn Book Award for Picture Books.

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Editorial Reviews

Amazon.com Review

It's impossible to resist the charms of picture book pals Dog and Bear. Where Dog (a frisky daschund) is brave and boisterous, colorful stuffed animal Bear is shy, and--much like the beloved curmudgeons Frog and Toad have for generations--their playful misadventures illustrate the joys of having a best friend at your side. Young readers will delight in these clever little vignettes and marvel as they watch Dog and Bear animate each page with big, bold color and expression. Take a look at a sample of pages from Dog and Bear below--or listen to author Laura Vaccaro Seeger read from the book at the top of this page--and discover a new reading treasure that would inspire any child to plead (as Dog does to Bear), "Read to me!"


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Starred Review. PreSchool-Grade 2—In this endearing picture book, a tail-wagging dachshund and a multicolored stuffed bear star in three tales about friendship. In the first, Dog wants to go outside, but Bear is perched atop a tall chair and can't get down. It takes encouragement and ingenuity, but the pooch eventually helps his pal descend; unfortunately, Bear's scarf has been left behind. Next, Dog wants to play and brings out numerous toys, but Bear is busy reading. At last, he closes his book and asks, "What shall we do?," and the pup appears with a stack of volumes ("Read to me!"). Finally, Dog decides to change his name. Bear points out that none of the traditional canine choices is suitable, imagining what his friend would be like if he were called Spot (speckled with colorful dots), Fluffy (pink, with a cotton-candy body), or Prince (dressed in royal regalia). They reach a consensus when Bear suggests "My Best Friend Dog" (Dog for short). The characters and a few highlighted objects are drawn with thick black lines, colored with bright variegated hues, and set against white backdrops. The eye-catching artwork shines with humor and warmth. Told with simplicity and charm, this story is appropriate for sharing aloud or for newly confident readers.—Joy Fleishhacker, School Library Journal
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Product Details

  • Age Range: 4 - 8 years
  • Hardcover: 32 pages
  • Publisher: Roaring Brook Press; 8th Edition edition (April 3, 2007)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1596430532
  • ISBN-13: 978-1596430532
  • Product Dimensions: 10.3 x 8.2 x 0.4 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 12 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (19 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #381,353 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Touching and funny book March 21, 2008
By Linnea's Mom
Format:Hardcover
I am always on the look-out for children's books that make ME laugh - if by some chance THIS is the book that my child will want me to read 5 million times a day, then I won't have the urge to throw it out of the window at an opportune moment!
It is a loving, sweet and subtle funny book, which I would definitely recommend.
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5.0 out of 5 stars A perfect book for babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and early readers January 1, 2008
By library lady
Format:Hardcover
The amazing thing about this book is that it manages to capture the essence of true friendship very quickly and with so few words. With a child's sensibilities in mind, Seeger creates an instant classic. Buy this book along with Frog and Toad and George and Martha.
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5.0 out of 5 stars A touching childrens book!!! October 20, 2010
By Megan
Format:Hardcover
This book is very simple but has really cute illustrations. I really like how the book captures true friendship and that can be a great lesson for children. Dog and Bear is a great book for parents and teachers of young children. There are lots of places throughout the book to make funny sounds and even make different voices for the characters and the children will enjoy that. I know i will be adding this book to my classroom collection for the future.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars A very cute book
Dog and Bear are a pair of unlikely friends. Dog is a Dachshund who loves to play, and Bear is a teddy bear who likes to sit and read. Read more
Published 13 days ago by Kurt A. Johnson
5.0 out of 5 stars too cute
The book is about a cute bear and a silly little dog who's stories will make you giggle no matter what age you are. Read more
Published 22 days ago by Samantha
5.0 out of 5 stars Dog and Bear
We have purchased all of the books in this series the Dog and Bear and love the stories and the illutrations, highly recomended for children
Published 3 months ago by Linda Milzow Rinkinen
5.0 out of 5 stars Silly
Opening the book and turning to the first page, my 3-year-old son was laughing before I even read a word. There sits a stuffed bear with a bucket stuck on his head. Read more
Published 3 months ago by G. Langlinais
5.0 out of 5 stars An Adorable Children's Book!
This was a delightful book about a dog and a bear that display friendship. The book includes three stories, Bear in Chair, Play with Me! Play with Me! Read more
Published 12 months ago by sandrak
3.0 out of 5 stars Cute story
I was looking for a story about best friends and this is, but it didn't match the personalities of my son and his friend. A very cute story though.
Published 17 months ago by DCmom
5.0 out of 5 stars Charming in it's Simplicity
Themes: friendship, cooperation

Excellent read aloud for preschool to 2nd grade elementary school students. Read more
Published on April 18, 2011 by VReviews
2.0 out of 5 stars Primary Colors-Basic Story
This book has cute illustrations that are very expressive but simple. Dog and Bear introduce to young readers quotes and dialogue as they talk to each other in the story. Read more
Published on September 30, 2010 by rconn
5.0 out of 5 stars A book that makes both parents and kids laugh
My 3 year old and I both love reading this book. The stories are funny situations that most kids get into at one time or another. Great for the 2-4 age range. Read more
Published on January 31, 2009 by Colorado Mom
5.0 out of 5 stars So cute!
I read this to my kindergarten and first grade classes and they all made me read it to them again! Of course, you have to give Dog and Bear their own funny voices! Read more
Published on February 23, 2008 by J. Colley
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