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Nat Geo Kids Pet Guide
Dog Science Unleashed: Fun Activities to do with your Canine Companion
Learn about science with the most faithful lab partner you'll ever have -- your dog! Discover how your canine companion thinks, moves, drinks, stays warm, gets clean, cools off, and more.
Have fun with 22 safe and pup-friendly activities that let you work alongside your dog to discover what makes him tick. Learn to take your dog's pulse and find out how much blood is pumping through his body. Find out if your dog hears things you can't by making a dog whistle. What colors can your dog see? Is he color-blind? Each activity is paired with step-by-step instructions, clear and interesting scientific explanations, and cool photographs shot specifically for this book. Hands-on activities and fun information for budding scientists prompt further learning and offer a behind-the-scenes look at current canine research. When you are finished with the book you'll have a vet-worthy profile of the best canine companion on the planet--yours!
This book is part of the National Geographic Kids Hands-on Science line which makes science fun and accessible.
Have fun with 22 safe and pup-friendly activities that let you work alongside your dog to discover what makes him tick. Learn to take your dog's pulse and find out how much blood is pumping through his body. Find out if your dog hears things you can't by making a dog whistle. What colors can your dog see? Is he color-blind? Each activity is paired with step-by-step instructions, clear and interesting scientific explanations, and cool photographs shot specifically for this book. Hands-on activities and fun information for budding scientists prompt further learning and offer a behind-the-scenes look at current canine research. When you are finished with the book you'll have a vet-worthy profile of the best canine companion on the planet--yours!
This book is part of the National Geographic Kids Hands-on Science line which makes science fun and accessible.
80 pages, Paperback
Published August 7, 2018
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November 2, 2018
I highly recommend this book for all children who have dogs that they are close to. So many fun activities!
September 17, 2018
So much fun! A generous amount of science information is smoothly integrated into the activities and delivered in entertaining language, and the activities themselves are clearly explained. Excellent photos demonstrate the activities with diverse child models and a variety of dog breeds.
November 4, 2018
Does your dog have a good sniffer? Are they fit, clever or pampered? If you were to ask your dog to describe your room he might reply that your dirty clothes smell wonderful and that the trash is full of wonderful odors too. Dogs have 1700 taste bids and humans have 9000. Dogs like digging, running and rolling around. Walking your dog helps keep him in shape. Dogs roll their tongues into a J shape in order to get a drink of water. Did you know that dogs are pretty good at understanding humans?
Photos of pets and their owners can be found in this cool guide that teaches readers all about these amazing animals. Young pet owners will learn how to take great care of their dogs, how their bodies and minds work along with discovering how quickly they can learn. Parents and teachers will find this interactive guide to be a great to add to any school or home library.
Photos of pets and their owners can be found in this cool guide that teaches readers all about these amazing animals. Young pet owners will learn how to take great care of their dogs, how their bodies and minds work along with discovering how quickly they can learn. Parents and teachers will find this interactive guide to be a great to add to any school or home library.
November 7, 2018
All my friends know that I'm all about science and the great thing about this book is that it is too! Sure dog lovers will love it, but science nerds will too. Even if you are not sure you are into all that science, this might change your mind. Ever wonder what it would be like to see like a dog? I thought so. This book is for you.
December 14, 2018
If you have a dog at your house, this book is the perfect companion to your canine companion and a motivator to get your kids to learn more about what makes your dog tick.
National Geographic takes kids through all the parts of being a dog including their senses and how their brains work. From teaching your dog tricks to giving them taste tests to why they like to go to the bathroom in the same spot and so much more. We don’t have a dog in our house, but if we did, I would be just as excited as a kid to try out some of these experiments on our dog. I was fascinated by how their tongue catches the water in their water bowl. Hint…it makes the shape of a certain letter of the alphabet! I also had no idea there are animal blood banks. I don’t know why I hadn’t thought of that before, but it totally makes sense. Also, a dog’s nose print is unique, like our fingerprints.
Kids can learn how to make doggy snacks and even a coat for their dog! This book is a great way for kids to get to know their dog and understand why they made do some of the crazy things dogs do. Lots of great photos of dogs, easy explanations for the experiments, and fun activities are included.
National Geographic takes kids through all the parts of being a dog including their senses and how their brains work. From teaching your dog tricks to giving them taste tests to why they like to go to the bathroom in the same spot and so much more. We don’t have a dog in our house, but if we did, I would be just as excited as a kid to try out some of these experiments on our dog. I was fascinated by how their tongue catches the water in their water bowl. Hint…it makes the shape of a certain letter of the alphabet! I also had no idea there are animal blood banks. I don’t know why I hadn’t thought of that before, but it totally makes sense. Also, a dog’s nose print is unique, like our fingerprints.
Kids can learn how to make doggy snacks and even a coat for their dog! This book is a great way for kids to get to know their dog and understand why they made do some of the crazy things dogs do. Lots of great photos of dogs, easy explanations for the experiments, and fun activities are included.
November 7, 2018
This book is sure to be a winner for children who love their dogs. And it will definitely hit the high-spot for those youngsters who have a dream of becoming a Veterinarian.
This isn't just about playing with that favorite pet or companion. No, it is about understanding the many aspects that make your pup into that special canine he or she is. Understanding what they can see or what they can hear and even how to bathe Fido rank high on the scale of loving and caring for your pet. But this book helps you go beyond just caring for and loving your pet. It helps you see the scientific basis or method that leads to understanding.
I think this is a really interesting book to have in schools, libraries, and homes blessed with the companionship of a beloved canine companion.
I received a complimentary copy to facilitate this review. Opinions are mine alone and are freely given.
This isn't just about playing with that favorite pet or companion. No, it is about understanding the many aspects that make your pup into that special canine he or she is. Understanding what they can see or what they can hear and even how to bathe Fido rank high on the scale of loving and caring for your pet. But this book helps you go beyond just caring for and loving your pet. It helps you see the scientific basis or method that leads to understanding.
I think this is a really interesting book to have in schools, libraries, and homes blessed with the companionship of a beloved canine companion.
I received a complimentary copy to facilitate this review. Opinions are mine alone and are freely given.
December 7, 2018
My dog is seriously my favorite ever. I loved this book so much and I cannot wait to work my way through the 22 activities with my pup! I am constantly wanting to know what she is thinking, feeling and why she acts the way so does. I want to really understand her so that her life can be the best. She has brought me so much joy and I want nothing more than to give her back all the joy she has given me. I know that every dog lover will want this book. It allows the reader to understand our canine companions through activities, information, additional reading suggestions and research revealed. A total hit!
November 11, 2018
This new offering from National Geographic Kids is designed to help readers better understand their canine friends. It’s filled with explanations and experiments that are easy to follow.
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November 7, 2018
A great science book for dog lovers who want to learn more about their best furry friend. Full of fun scientific facts from how a dog drinks to whether they recognize themselves in a mirror.
December 31, 2019
This wonderful book stayed on my "Currently Reading" shelf because I loaned it to friends with dogs and had to wait till it came home again! Such a fun book because... well...it's dogs! But also because Jodi Wheeler-Toppen makes all the experiments/activities fun.
Instructions are clear and concise with age levels included so that even the youngest pet owners can get in on the fun. And all the pictures? Helpful with directions but come on, it's all kinds of cute dogs. Science and dogs and fun--can it get any better?
(Answer: Nope!)
Instructions are clear and concise with age levels included so that even the youngest pet owners can get in on the fun. And all the pictures? Helpful with directions but come on, it's all kinds of cute dogs. Science and dogs and fun--can it get any better?
(Answer: Nope!)
January 3, 2019
Perfect fun for budding scientists and their trusty sidekicks
January 12, 2019
A fantastic book for kid pet owners!
July 1, 2019
Fun facts for dog lovers of all ages, done with National Geographic’s usual great pictures. (I did like their "How to Speak Dog" even better though.)
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