Project 3 – Dog Lovers Book Club
Read dog themed books and then use the resources provided in this pathway to research and discuss dog-related issues in the book. Mixing fiction with nonfiction encourages reading and learning in children that might otherwise balk at research.
Sample Book List
Old Yeller By: Fred Gipson
Research rabies in dogs. Also known as hydrophobia.
Where the Red Fern Grows By: Wilson Rawls
Research the training of coon dogs.
Research the bond between dog/dog and human/dog.
Because of Winn Dixie By: Kate DiCamillo
Research the benefits, challenges and risks of taking in a stray.
The Incredible Journey By: Shelia Burnford
Research a dog’s sense of direction.
Research the bond between humans and dogs.
Marley and Me By: John Grogan
Research how a dog ages (dog years versus people years).
Baree: The Story of a Wolf-Dog By: James Oliver-Curwood
Research hybrid dogs.
Research wolves and the difference between wolf and dog.
White Fang By: Jack London
Research hybrid dogs.
Research wolves and the difference between wolf and dog.
Check your local public or school library for additional titles!
Sample Book List
Old Yeller By: Fred Gipson
Research rabies in dogs. Also known as hydrophobia.
Where the Red Fern Grows By: Wilson Rawls
Research the training of coon dogs.
Research the bond between dog/dog and human/dog.
Because of Winn Dixie By: Kate DiCamillo
Research the benefits, challenges and risks of taking in a stray.
The Incredible Journey By: Shelia Burnford
Research a dog’s sense of direction.
Research the bond between humans and dogs.
Marley and Me By: John Grogan
Research how a dog ages (dog years versus people years).
Baree: The Story of a Wolf-Dog By: James Oliver-Curwood
Research hybrid dogs.
Research wolves and the difference between wolf and dog.
White Fang By: Jack London
Research hybrid dogs.
Research wolves and the difference between wolf and dog.
Check your local public or school library for additional titles!