Darling, Mercy Dog of World War I

$10.36

Hardcover
Publish Date: October 2013
Language: English
Reading Level: 4.9
EAN: 9781561457052

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Overview

A World War I canine hero saves the day in this action-packed, heartwarming story.

When the British military asks for dogs to help the war effort, Darling’s family reluctantly sends her to be trained as a mercy dog. Through gunfire and poisonous gases, it’s Darling’s job to find injured soldiers on the battlefield and fetch help from the medics. After saving the lives of numerous soldiers, Darling suddenly finds herself in need of rescue. Will she ever make it back to England?

This wartime adventure is a touching and exciting introduction to World War I. Darling’s story of bravery and devotion reminds readers that dogs can be so much more than pets.

The Dog Chronicles series features fast-paced, fascinating historical fiction about working dogs, perfect for readers who love books

Details

Pages: 160
Dimensions: 7.6 x 5.6 x 0.8 in
Lexile Score: 660
Interest Level: Middle Grade (MG)
Point Value: 3
ISBN: 1561457051

Awards

2016 Golden Sower Award - Nominee (Intermediate)
2014 Delaware Diamonds Award - Nominee (Grades 3-5)