Pub Date: September 2, 2008
Dewey: E
LCCN: 2008004561
Lexile Code: 0880
Features: Dust Cover, Illustrated, Price on Product
Target Age Group: 04 to 08
Physical Info: 0.37" H x 11.30" L x 8.38" W ( 0.86 lbs) 32 pages
BISAC Categories:
Juvenile Fiction | Historical | United States 20th Century | Animals | Dogs | Biographical | United States
Description: Meet the Scottish terrier who won the hearts of a United States 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 dined 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 an American 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.Review Quotes: "A real charmer"--Booklist
"A delightful, quick read"--School Library Journal "An engaging package."--Kirkus Reviews