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More Reading Dog Books to Dogs and...
2008-08-27T21:09:51+03:00We are expanding the involvement of The Planet Of The Dogs Book Series in therapy dog reading programs in libraries and schools.
We are now participating in programs in CT, RI, Illonois and Texas and will extend our involvement with Snow Valley Heroes-A Christmas Tale, Volume Three in the series.
Julie Hauck, who created the Pages for Preston reading program at the Longfellow School in Sheboygan, Wisconsin, has been working as a certified Therapy Dog Tester Observer this summer (8 dogs and their owners) and as an AKC Canine Good Citizen Tester.
This photo shows Julie in the classroom with a student reading Castle In The Mist to Preston.
Her classes have been enthusiastic about using the Planet Of The Dogs Book Series, and this fall, as the program continues, will receive advance copies of Snow Valley Heroes.
Julie Hauck said, "It was wonderful to witness my students applying character lessons from the books in their own peer interactions...my students love them...(these books) are great motivators to encourage young people to read."
The success of Pages For Preston has been a major factor in our decision to expand our participation in therapy dog reading programs.
Librarians and teachers who would like complimentary reading copies for thereapy dog reading programs should contact us at barkingplanet@aol.com.
Recent Reviews of Planet Of The Dogs and Castle In The Mist.....
The website of Karen Boss, http://KarenAdventures.blogspot.com, features urbane insights into life and books. She writes, "I have had a place in my heart for children's books for a long time. I think it probably began when I was a child...I have maintained that love throughout my adulthood."
In her review of Planet Of The Dogs and Castle In the Mist, she wrote.."I would recommend these books to any kid who loves to read and any parent looking for a good book to read to younger kids."
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Barb Techel, the author of Frankie the Walk 'Roll Dog, a touching true story about her dachsund who overcame a devasting accident and brought insights and joy to Barb and her readers (www.joyfulpaws.com) wrote...
"Planet Of The Dogs teaches us valuable lessons of living in peace and harmony. This book will teach children what really matters in life."
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Syndicated humorist Lisa Barker, Author of Just Because Your Kids Drive You Insane...Doesn't Mean you Are A Bad Parent, reviews life and Children's Books on her website Http://www.jellymom.com. Lisa has 5 children, one chihuahua and seven cats. This photo includes three generations; Lisa is the lady in red.
Lisa reviewed Planet Of The Dogs..."WOW! Be Prepared to be drawn right in. I was! Very Good writing writing, excellent storytelling."
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Charyl Miller Pingleton (http://uncommonreview.wordpress.com) reviews a wide ranging variety of books published independently of mainstream publishers. She recently reviewed Planet Of The Dogs..."an adorable book, especially for kids who love dogs...the original illustrations add an extra dimension. My children and I
look forward to reading more books from the Planet Of The Dogs series. I give it Five Stars."
And coming soon for Christmas will be Snow Valley Heroes --the true story of how the dogs came down, long, long ago, to planet earth and saved Christmas.
Robert McCarty Reading to Dogs In Wisconsin
2008-05-15T20:27:01+03:00Robert McCarty Dogs, Yelodoggie, and Barking Planet
2008-04-20T13:33:37+03:00A Voice of Love for Dogs
There are times when we want to share with others a special experience in the world of books that connects us to the world of children and dogs. We recently read an adult book with many true stories that many children -- especially pet loving children -- would learn from and enjoy.
Born Without A Tail, stories from life with dogs and other pets -- true
stories from the life of Cayr Ariel Wulff, will touch the imagination and hearts of children (and adults). A pulse of heartfelt honesty carries the reader on a journey into the caring, bonding life of a true dog, cat and animal lover. We believe this is truly a crossover book and that children will easily understand and be touched by Born Without A Tail.When we went to Ariel Wulff's Website, www.yelodoggie.com, we saw a charming array of original artwork that will delight children and dog lovers alike.
The website has much more going on as the multi-talented Ms Wulff is clearly an involved and committed woman with a big heart and an engaging mind.
Here are some samples from yelodoogie.
Robert McCarty The Dog Eared Book Club reads Planet Of The Dogs
2008-03-30T22:12:40+03:00Dogster's Book Club reads Planet Of The Dogs
Dogster is an Internet home place for over 383, 000 dog lovers (at the time of this post) to talk with each other through their dogs. Everyone posts photos and information, likes and dislikes, personality traits, diary entries and, often, videos about their dogs.
One member, Michelle Slatalla, a writer for the New York Times, suggested that one think of Dogster as a Facebook for dogs.
To have member's of Dogster's Dog Eared Book Club read Planet Of The Dogs was important to us. They are active dog-book readers, they would understand the backgound premises of the book, and they would be outspoken.
We are Dogster members, and on the left you can see me giving one of Muddy's Munchies to our family dog, Dafi.
There is also a Catster for cat lovers.
Every month, Dogster's Dog Eared Book Club reads a different book. In February, 2008, Planet Of The Dogs was selected as the book to read.
Here is a cross section of reader comments (I asked for permission to quote them). The names are actually the names of the dogs, for this is the way all Dogster members communicate:
"I read the book in one sitting! I loved it. I can't wait until the human grandson is old enough so I can read it to him. The ideas behind the story are so heartwarming...I liked how you portrayed the immediate trust the children had for the dogs and how the adults were hesitant and more suspicious...keep those stories coming. It would make a great movie."-Sophie
"I finished the book and enjoyed it all the way through. I'm not a real expert on kid's lit, but I especially liked the way the "bad" people learned from the dogs and became "good" people...the drawings are lovely and I only wish there were more of them." -- Cosmo
"I know we all love the art and the message...I liked all the characters. I can't say I had a favorite. I can see kids identifying with one dog or another, though...I think all of them would be great role models for kids who read the way I did." -- Charlotte"Ancient Beliefs say that the definition of dog is: Loyalty, Bravery, Prudent, Responsible, Humble, and Honesty. Which is what all of your characters portray in Planet of the Dogs." -- Muddy
"We also felt it was a good children's book that adults would enjoy.I bought it around Christmas time and really loved it; then, I gave it to a friend's 8 year old daughter who is dog-crazy. She read it almost in one day! It has great lessons to be learned by all ages" -- Wookie
...Thank you Dog Eared Book Club ........................
A Note on Dog Lovers...
My sense of the reason for the ongoing growth of Dogster rests in large part on the member's shared experience of bonding. The bonding that takes place with dogs can be deep, hard to explain to others, and quite profound.
"...the uncomfortable truth was that I was so emotionally invested in Dillon that I could not find words to accurately convey the quality or depth of my feelings."
--Cayr Ariel Wulff, Born Without A Tail
Robert McCarty Castle In The Mist and Emily Windsnap
2008-03-16T20:10:23+02:00We learned that there are two new children's books now featuring a Castle In The Mist.
Our book...
Castle In The Mist, the sequel to Planet Of The Dogs, is an adventure...it takes place long, long ago, when dogs first started coming to planet earth.
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he dogs first came from their planet to help people heal, to teach them about unconditional love and loyalty, and to help the farmers af Green Valley turn back the Stone City warriors.Now, the dogs have learned that after a year of peace, the Stone City warriors are again preparing for war! The children of Bik, leader of the Stone City warriors, have been kidnapped and are being held in the Castle In The Mist.
More dogs must come down to Earth to save the children from the Castle In The Mist and free the land of the forest people from the harsh rule of the Black Hawk tribe. And the dogs must avoid violence...
The other book is totally different.
"EMILY WINDSNAP AND THE CASTLE IN THE MIST is the third installment in Liz Kessler's continuing saga of Emily and her friends and family in their half-ocean, half-earthly community." Emily is a mermaid and...
Do mermaids like dogs?
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"Watching Arnold run flat out in a large open space was unforgettable,
and opened a window to something exceedingly ancient and precious --
a link to the first time that men followed dogs and hunted to live."
--Daniel Pinkwater, The Soul Of A Dog
Robert McCarty Fun Times Guide to Dogs reviews Planet Of The Dogs
2008-03-03T19:55:15+02:00The Fun Times Guide to Dogs is "the collective voice of dog owners sharing all the best stuff".
Founder, editor and guide, Lynnette, for over 30 years has raised 10 different dogs, from puppies through adulthood.
The "voice" of this site is down to earth, informed, practical and with a good sense of humor. The subject matter ranges from advice on dog issues, to road travel and dog books.
They recently reviewed Planet Of The Dogs. Here are excerpts...to read it all, go to http://dogs.thefuntimesguide.com
"The book, Planet Of The Dogs by Robert McCarty, is an enjoyable read for children(maybe ages 7-12) and dog -lovers who enjoy fun fiction books...
Think Wizard of Oz...where the good witch, cowardly lion, tin man, scarecrow and even the wise old wizard are the dogs. And they're trying to instill good things upon all the 2-legged humans...Things like their ability to work together, their loyalty, and their great ability to love...
In the end, humans become all the wiser (and much better people) thanks to their time spent in the company of dogs...
Overall, I liked it! (And I'm not much of a fiction book reader).
I think children would like it most of all. -- Lynette
Visit our website:www.planetofthedogs.net ************************************************************
"The more I see of men, the more I admire dogs. --Madame Roland (1754-1793)
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Robert McCarty Castle In The Mist available March 10
2008-03-02T16:17:02+02:00
Barking Planet Productions will publish Castle In The Mist on March 10 Available on the Internet and through bookstores.
Advance review excerpts:
In Castle In The Mist, "Loving, brave dogs come to Earth to help oppressed forest people in this fantasy of kidnapping and war...short, inviting chapters keep the pace going. And, in spite of war, an underlying atmosphere of kindness prevails; there is little actual violence. Especially fine black and white illustrations add much understanding to the text. Young people who want a fast read will probably zip through the story and ask for more."-- Nancy Warren Ferrell, Juvenile Book Review Committee, Juneau Public Libraries...
And from Nash Guyre, Age 8, Marblehead, Ma. --
"Castle In The Mist is a great book. If you're into danger, dogs and drama you will love it..."
For more information visit our website www.planetofthedogs.net
or our blog Http://barkingplanet.typepad.com
Robert McCarty There Will Be Peace
2008-02-28T14:55:39+02:00In Castle In The Mist, the dogs must again come down to planet earth from The Planet Of The Dogs.
They are the only hope to prevent war beteen the Black Hawk tribe and the Stone City Warriors. Winter is coming to the land of the Forest People, no one in this part of the world has ever seen a dog before, and the children, kidnapped by Prince Ukko, must be freed from the Castle In The Mist.
The story takes place long, long ago, when dogs first came down to planet earth...
CASTLE IN THE MIST WILL BE AVAILABLE MARCH 10.
Here is an ADVANCE REVIEW from Alaska:
"Loving brave dogs come down to Earth to help oppressed forest people in this fantasy of kidnapping and war...short, inviting chapters keep the pace going. And, in spite of war, an underlying atmosphere of kindness prevails; there is little acttual violence. Especially fine black and white illustrations add much understanding to the text. Young people who want a fast read will probably zip through the story and ask for more." -Nancy Warren Ferrell, Juvenile Book Review Committee, Juneau Public Library.
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"Whoever loves me will love my dog also.(Qui me amat, amat et canem meum)" -- Saint Bernard (1150)
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Robert McCarty Dog Lovers and Kids Understand...
2008-02-21T18:40:17+02:00
In all our books in the Planet Of The Dogs series, dogs and children understand each other. Long, long ago, when the dogs first come down to earth, it is the children who initially serve as "translators" for adults who have no idea of what an incredible creature a dog is, what their capabilities are, or what they are about.We recently received a message "from one dog lover to another" that passed along a touching story told by a veterinarian demonstrating, once again, a child's understanding of dogs.
The vet couldn't save a family dog, a ten year old Irish Wolfhound named Belker. He offered to perform a euthanasia procedure at the house of Linda, Ron and their six year old son, Shane. In the words of the veterinarian, this is what happened:
"I felt a familiar catch in my throat as Belker's family surrouded him. Shane seemed so calm, petting the old dog for the last time, that I wondered if he understood what was going on. Within a very short time, Belker slipped peacefully away. The little boy seemed to accept Belker's transition without any difficulty or confusion.
We sat together for a while after Belker's death, wondering aloud about the sad fact that animal lives are shorter than human lives. Shane, who had been listening quietly, piped up, 'I know why!...People are born so that they can learn how to live a good life - like loving everybody all the time and being nice, right? Well, dogs already know how to do that, so they don't have to stay as long.' "
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"Dogs are...wonderful. Truly. To know them is an experience that trancends -- a way to understand the joyfulnes of living and devotion." Gary Paulson, Winterdance (1984)
Robert McCarty Dogs Across the Ocean
2008-02-01T19:40:38+02:00Robert McCarty
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