Heroes: Inspiring True Stories of Courageous Animals
The gripping follow-up to SURVIVORS will delight readers even more with stories of brave animals in the most dramatic situations.
For as long as there have been wars, animals have been out there saving lives. Courageous dogs, cats, birds, horses, and even a bear have shown courage and devotion, and this book tells you their extraordinary stories.
Includes the story of Jet the Alsatian who became a hero of the Blitz, pulling survivors from burning rubble, night after night. Gallipoli Murphy, the donkey who served as an ambulance. Simon, the cat who saved his crew. And many, many more! These animals help us to remember that not all heroes are human.
Glorious full-color double-page illustrations throughout.
"Rewarding fare for younger browsers" --Kirkus
Target age group 8-11
For as long as there have been wars, animals have been out there saving lives. Courageous dogs, cats, birds, horses, and even a bear have shown courage and devotion, and this book tells you their extraordinary stories.
Includes the story of Jet the Alsatian who became a hero of the Blitz, pulling survivors from burning rubble, night after night. Gallipoli Murphy, the donkey who served as an ambulance. Simon, the cat who saved his crew. And many, many more! These animals help us to remember that not all heroes are human.
Glorious full-color double-page illustrations throughout.
"Rewarding fare for younger browsers" --Kirkus
Target age group 8-11
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CategoryJuvenile Nonfiction
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Age Group9 to 12 yrs
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Grade Level3-5
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LanguageEnglish
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BindingHardcover
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Theme 1Animals, Pets & Fish
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Theme 2Action & Adventure
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Detailed (BISAC) Subject/ThemeHistory
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Awards
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AuthorLong, David
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Lexile Level1230
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Dewey355.424
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PublisherFaber & Faber
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Publication Date11/29/2018
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Pages192
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Dimensions0.8 H × 12 L × 9.5 W
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Case Qty20