Here's
What I Know So Far is a new dynamic
children's picture book series that tells
about the first year of an animal's life
from a fascinating perspective – that of the
animal.
Doc, the
mixed-breed pup in Doc's Story, narrates the
first book in the series, taking the reader
through milestones of his young puppy life,
sharing his experiences in rhymed and
rhythmic verse. Readers of all ages will
enjoy the brilliantly rich and striking
illustrations, along with Doc's reactions to
curious encounters like learning to walk on
a leash, hearing the work "No," and his
first visit to the vet. Dr. Tim, Doc's
veterinarian, offers a veterinarian
perspective to the reader to help understand
exactly what Doc is going through.
In
Here's What I Know So Far: Doc's Story,
Diane Till finds a charming common ground
for both child and adult readers. This book
renders a beautiful balance between parent
and child, making it known that there are
reasons parents sometimes need to say "no,"
and that there is boundless importance in
play.
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REVIEWS
"I read Here's What I
Know So Far last night and really do love it. Doc makes
me smile and I love the concept of the veterinarian's
comments on each page."
Yvonne Presley,
Humane Education Coordinator
Flagler Humane
Society, Palm Coast, FL
Reviews submitted to Amazon.com
Enjoyable & Educational, June 27, 2007
By Spring (Florida) - See all my reviews
Diane Till does a wonderful job with the idea of expressing a
puppy's thoughts about its first year of life. It really does make you
think more from the perspective of the pup.
Though the book is educational, it is not preachy. Both my
children, ages 9 and 13, read the book and giggled through most of it.
We bought an extra copy for the waiting room of our veterinary
clinic. I really believe Till's book will be an excellent starting point
for teaching children (and adults) how to train puppies.
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A Lovable
Puppy Teaches Kids and Parents
Alike, June 13, 2007
By Charlie Noble (Key West) - See all my reviews
This book is the perfect answer to a parents prayer
when children ask about having their first dog. It explains all of the
many issues related to dog ownership in a simple straight forward manner
that is easy for the kids to accept. The writing is wonderful and the
illustrations are engaging. Adults will particularly appreciate the
visual quality and intricacy of the festive art work as they watch kids
pore over the pages. I am waiting for the next volume in what I hope
will be a long series of animal stories for children.
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Here's What I Know So Far, June 13, 2007
By Bob "Dad" (Washington) - See all my reviews
Fabulous book. Our kids wanted a dog and I never had
one. This helped me and the kids feel comfortable about going ahead.
It's very well written for adults and children and the graphics and
illustrations are simply marvelous. This is what making education fun is
all about.
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wonderful read, June 9, 2007
By hpz (new york city) - See all my reviews
the writing and illustrations are both magnificent. the
book is touching and endearing. a joy to yougsters and parents alike.
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What a delightful discovery, June 4, 2007
By Pearl Zovwizdom (USA) - See all my reviews
Doc's Story is already on the "read it to me again"
list. I don't mind a bit because this story is sweet and humorous and
has the best little message slipped in there (about every parent's need
to say no). Wonderful illustrations, too. Just love how he captured Doc.
I'm already hoping for the next in the series since this book will be
quite dog-eared (no pun intended) before long.
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