A Dog Like Sam Contributor(s): Van De Vendel, Edward (Author), Hopman, Philip (Illustrator) |
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ISBN: 0802854842 ISBN-13: 9780802854841 Publisher: Eerdmans Books for Young Readers OUR PRICE: $11.05 Product Type: Hardcover Published: October 2016 * Not available - Not in print at this time * |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Fiction | Social Themes - General (see Also Headings Under Family) - Juvenile Fiction | Family - General (see Also Headings Under Social Themes) - Juvenile Fiction | Animals - Pets |
Dewey: FIC |
LCCN: 2015050587 |
Lexile Measure: 580 |
Physical Information: 0.6" H x 5.5" W x 8.6" (0.60 lbs) 111 pages |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: A heartwarming story about family and belonging When a big white dog turns up unexpectedly in their front yard, Kix and Emilia immediately want to adopt him. They name the dog Sam, and even though their parents say they can't take him in, it isn't long before Sam becomes a part of the family. But when Sam's original owner comes looking for him, Kix realizes that deciding where Sam belongs is anything but simple. Emotional and gripping, this book will be an instant favorite with any reader who has a soft spot for animals. |
Contributor Bio(s): Van De Vendel, Edward: - Edward van de Vendel has written dozens of books for children and young adults. In 2011 and 2012 he was nominated for the Astrid Lindgren Memorial Award. He lives in the Netherlands. Visit his website at www.edwardvandevendel.com.Hopman, Philip: - Philip Hopman was born the youngest son of a tulip farmer. But he chose a career in children's books instead of tulips, and he has illustrated more than 150 books since 1988, including Earth to Stella (Clarion) and 22 Orphans (Kane/Miller). |