Animals
The World of Robert McCloskey
Robert McCloskey is one of the most beloved picture book authors of all time, and really, it’s no wonder. His books are full of warmth and gentle humor, sweet pictures and lovable characters. Here is an excellent collection containing several of his best stories.
Floss – By Kim Lewis
“Floss” is one of the first herding dog books I ever read, and it is still one of my favorites. It’s just about one of the most charming canine picture books I have ever read.
Billy and Blaze Series – By C. W. Anderson
“Billy and Blaze” is a series of easy read books about a boy and his pony. Billy is a boy who is about 8 and a good rider; Blaze is a fine, brave and intelligent pony. Together, they have many adventures.
The stories are not too “babyish”, and the pencil drawings are sensitive and [...]
Misty’s Twilight – By Marguerite Henry
“Misty’s Twilight” is my least favorite book in the “Misty” series. Strange, that a book in such a great series would be so different, and actually so much worse than the others. The reason is that this book also was based on real people and events, and these people weren’t as endearing as the other ones.
Stormy, Misty’s Foal – By Maruerite Henry
Misty’s back! Now she is heavy with foal, but a sudden storm blasts across Chincoteague and wipes out entire towns in it’s rage. Chincoteague is in a crisis, and so are the ponies of Assateague. No-one has a home to go to, Typhoid warnings are out, and Misty is over-due. Now what?
Sea Star; Orphan of Chincoteague – By Marguerite Henry
This is the sequel to “Misty of Chincoteague”. In this book, Paul and his sister Maureen are asked to make a hard decision that might wrench their hearts out. Suddenly, in the midst of their sorrow, a tiny brown bundle of joy fights it’s way into their hearts. But even that little bit of joy is threatened by the harshness of nature. Is is possible that Paul and Maureen will have their comfort torn away from them as soon as they find it?
Misty of Chincoteague – By Marguerite Henry
“Misty of Chincoteague” won the Newbery Honor in 1948. It is a timeless classic- yada yada yada. OK, so you’ve probably heard all about that. Everyone coos over “Misty of Chincoteague”, but why? what’s so great about it?
White Fang – By Jack London
“White Fang” is considered by many to be the “sequel” to “The Call of the Wild”. Though the two are similar, “White Fang” takes a more optimistic view on life in general, where the outlook in “The Call of the Wild” was of a bleak and cruel world. For that reason, among many, I don’t recommend reading “The Call of the Wild”, but I do recommend reading “White Fang”.
The Call of the Wild – By Jack London
Why is “The Call of the Wild” so popular? Do people like being depressed? Granted, it’s well written, but in the grand scheme of things there’s just too many good books out there that are well written and not depressing to read one that is. Plus: The characters aren’t even all that great, at least not the good guys.
Lad: A Dog – By Albert Payson Turhune
“Lad: A Dog” is about not just any dog, but the dream dog of every pet owner that ever lived. Lad was a Rough Collie, champion show dog, and champion pet. He was obedient to a degree that would stun any person who has ever owned a dog. He was intelligent nearly beyond belief and, according to Mr. Turhune, he had a soul. Yes, Lad was a real dog, and the stories about him are true.
