| First Dog Fala Contributor(s): Van Steenwyk, Elizabeth (Author), Montgomery, Michael G. (Illustrator) |
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ISBN: 1561454117 ISBN-13: 9781561454112 Publisher: Peachtree Publishers OUR PRICE: $15.26 Product Type: Hardcover Published: September 2008 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Fiction | Historical - United States - 20th Century - Juvenile Fiction | Animals - Dogs - Juvenile Fiction | Biographical - United States |
| Dewey: E |
| LCCN: 2008004561 |
| Lexile Measure: 880 |
| Physical Information: 0.37" H x 8.38" W x 11.3" (0.86 lbs) 32 pages |
| Themes: - Chronological Period - 1940's |
| Accelerated Reader Info |
| Quiz #: 127006 Reading Level: 5.1 Interest Level: Lower Grades Point Value: 0.5 |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Meet the Scottish terrier who won the hearts of a U.S. president and the American people. In 1940, Fala came to live with President Franklin D. Roosevelt in the White House. The little dog played in the grass outside the Oval Office, attended important meetings with the president's advisors, and even dines with the president. But as America was drawn into the conflict of a world war, life at the White House changed. Fala accompanied the president across the country and around the world, waiting with him for the return of American servicemen and an end to a terrible war. Author Elizabeth Van Steenwyk offers young readers a glimpse into American history and the life of a U.S. president through the story of a loyal dog. Michael G. Montgomery's full-color illustrations capture the indomitable spirit of Fala and the nation and president who loved him. |
Contributor Bio(s): Van Steenwyk, Elizabeth: - Elizabeth Van Steenwyk is the award-winning author of more than 70 published books for young people. After graduating from Knox College, she went on to spend ten years writing for radio and television with a concentration on children's programming. She lives in California.Montgomery, Michael G.: - Michael G. Montgomery has illustrated numerous children's books. He attended Georgia Southern University and the University of Georgia. He lives in Georgia. |