Howe's tale of a puppy's search for a home is an exciting mix of humor, adventure, and suspense. Most of all, it is a story of how love can turn strangers into a family. This edition includes bonus features. Illustrations.

From the Back Cover

He is nameless. He is homeless. He is lost.

Until he is found . . . by a team of mutts who shelter him and teach him how to survive the wilds of the city park.

And so he becomes Waggit, the best hunter and tracker in the pack.

But life in the park is dangerous and uncertain. In winter, food and warmth are scarce. Another team of wild dogs is a constant menace. And there is always the fear of capture by park rangers. Waggit can't help feeling that something is missing . . . something warm and cozy . . . and human. Then one day everything changes and Waggit must face a new threat and a new choice.

Peter Howe's tale of an abandoned puppy's search for home is an exciting mix of humor, adventure, and suspense. Most of all, it is a story of how love can turn strangers into family.

Review Quotes

"A richly imagined story of a puppy, abandoned by his owner. Will delight readers 10 and up, and younger children are likely to enjoy it read aloud." - Newark Star Ledger

"A coming-of-age tale told from the canine perspective. Dog lovers will enjoy. Readers will find themselves drawn into the struggles and triumphs of Waggit's found family." - Publishers Weekly

"Peter Howe's Waggit's Tale, about an abandoned puppy surviving in the wilds of a city park while looking for friendship, mises emotion and suspense." - Parade

"The story will appeal to young dog lovers and to devotees of New York City and Central Park." - Voice of Youth Advocates (VOYA)

"Waggit's relationship with his compatriots develops well and lovingly, with humor." - Kirkus Reviews

"Howe's children's-book debut presents a charming, mostly episodic tale complete with endearing characters." - ALA Booklist

"This children's book will pull your heartstrings!" - Quick & Simple

"A charming, sometimes heartbreaking tale." - Litchfield County Times

"This is an excellent book to add to your dog collections." - School Library Journal

Specifications

Dimensions (Overall): 7.4 Inches (H) x 5.1 Inches (W) x .8 Inches (D)

Weight: .45 Pounds

Suggested Age: 8-12 Years

Number of Pages: 304

Genre: Juvenile Fiction

Sub-Genre: Animals

Series Title: Waggit

Publisher: HarperCollins

Theme: Dogs

Format: Paperback

Author: Peter Howe

Language: English

Street Date: April 28, 2009

TCIN: 94314670

UPC: 9780061242632

Item Number (DPCI): 247-27-2700

Origin: Made in the USA or Imported

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