3 comments about Dog of Discovery: A Newfoundland's Adventures With Lewis and Clark.

1. The Dog of Discovery was an exciting book to read. The main characters are Lewis, Clark and Lewis' dog Seamen. The main idea of the story is how Seamen helps Lewis and Clark on their expedition on the Missouri River. I think this book is exciting in parts. Some of the other parts were a little bit dull. One of the exciting parts was when seamen warned Lewis about a bear that was snooping around the camp. There are a lot of Indians involved in this story. One of the dull parts of the story was when they were going through the mountains. It was dull because the crew pulled the boat up the river day after day. There are not a lot of sad parts in this book. That is why The Dog of Discovery is an exciting book to read.



2. I used this book in my classroom to teach about Lewis and Clarks journey. My students loved reading from the point of view of the dog, Seaman. This is a great book to use with kids who enjoy animal stories.



3. A very well organized, enjoyable, and informative book. The author does a good job of explaining which parts of the story are true history and which parts are fictional. Although fast-paced and fun, this book is packed with accurate information about the Corps of Discovery. The only reason I did not award five stars was that I didn't think the story matched the title. I didn't get the feeling that Seaman, the dog, was central to the story. However, I would still highly recommend this book to parents and teachers who want their children to learn about Lewis and Clark in a way that they'll remember.

5 comments about The Wreck of the Ethie.

1. If you like thrilling shipwreck stories, heartwarming dog stories and courageous, resourceful heroes and heroines...this is the book for you. It is perfect for the entire family and a must for every family's library. Warning...you'll want to buy a Newfoundland dog after reading this book.



2. My 10 yr.old son saw Mrs. Hyland & her Newfoundland dog at his school for an author presentation. He raved about her program & was delighted to pet her sweet, gentle Newfie. That evening he began reading her book & would not put it down. He paid a high compliment saying it should be a movie. I have struggled getting him to read more & I am so happy that this book has excited him about reading.



3. I bought this book to read to my children during the Summer school break. They are ages 5 and 8. We all love the book and cry and cheer. We also have a Newfoundland dog so the children can relate to the hero but even if you don't have a dog, you will love this book. It is very descriptive and hard to put down until it's finished.



4. What a wonderful fictional book woven into a compelling story about the Wreck of the Ethie. Very well researched, I felt like I was there. Adults will enjoy reading this book as much as children will hearing it. Ms. Hyland has done herself and the Newfoundlands proud.



5. Since the Michael Vick story broke, there has been a lot of publicity about dog fighting, and the most touching aspect of canine psychology that has emerged is that dogs will do anything to please their masters, even die for them. In Hilary Hyland's gripping story, we see Skipper save dozens of lives precisely because of that kind of love. This is a story that brings a catch to my throat, and I can't wait till my grandchildren are old enough for me to read it to them. We are as gods to our dogs, and we should be grateful for that. We should also be grateful to Hilary Hyland for telling an unputdownable story about a little-known historical event that still speaks to us today.

5 comments about Ninety-Nine Newfies.

1. While readers of this book will enjoy the benefits of generous doses of laughter (and sometimes tears), Newfoundland dogs everywhere will benefit from the purchase of "Ninety-Nine Newfies." The author, Pat Seawell, is generously donating 90% of the book's profits to the Newfoundland Health Challenge, a trust run by the Newfoundland Club of America, which funds scientific research into Newfie health problems. So buy the book to bring joy to yourself and to bring improved health to our Newfoundland friends.



2. This is a must have for any owner or wanna-be owner of a Newf (or any dog for that matter)! Through the eyes of many different people you can pull together a true picture of what life with a Newfie can be, from the good to the sad to the ridiculous. The varying perspectives come together to show what wonderful, loyal, loving furballs these `Gentle Giants' are and how much they can add to your life. In addition, 90% of the profits made on this book are going to the Newfoundland Health Challenge for scientific research to benefit this beautiful breed. You'll laugh, you'll cry and you'll want to hug a Newfie! Congratulations and thank you Pat for putting it all together :)



3. This book shows the true sides - all the wonderful traits that we grow to love. Including the stuff only a Newfie "parent" can appreciate!

   Of course, with 4 of the stories being about my "grandpuppies", I had to have it on my bookshelf!




4. This book is for anyone who's ever wanted a newfoundland dog! Know what your up against BEFORE you welcome one of these drool slinging, fur dropping, vacumn killing puppers into your life! 'Cause once you do, your done. Your life will no longer be your own, neither will your bank account, house, or anything else you used to hold in high esteem . This book will show you the ups and downs, the laughter and tears, and frighteningly, how much smarter they are than us!
   Read this book to understand you are getting so much more than a "dog". You are getting a human in a dog suit, in other words a Newfoundland!



5. I ordered this book since I was soon to get a newfie pup. I am so glad I did. The book is filled with 99 different stories about 99 newfies. They are short reads that touch your heart. I just have to share the stories with whoever is around while I am reading it! It is a fun and inspiring book. Although there are no pictures ( I like to see photos of the dogs) it is still an excellent book.

5 comments about Thunder from the Sea.

1. Thunder From the Sea
   How would you like to be an orphan who moved into a new family with new people? Well Tom, the main character in this book did and he always wanted a dog. Finally he got one while he was sailing with Enoch and their neighbors the Bosworth's. They saw a black thing in the water when a thunder storm was on the way . They rescued what was a dog and named him Thunder. " Thunder From the Sea" was written by Joan Hiatt Harlow.. If you like realistic fiction you should pick up this book in your library. My favorite part is when Fiona and Tom are trapped in a blizzard on a sheet of ice right before Fiona has her baby . The feeling that I have about this book is that it is a wonderful extravagant book especially if you like dogs. This book takes place on Back "O" the moon island. The most important problem is if Tom can keep Thunder. After all the dog is not really his. He tries to solve the problem by showing how much he loves Thunder. But will it work? Can Tom keep Thunder?
   
   By Emily



2. THUNDER OF THE SEA IS THE BEST BOOK I'VE EVER READ!!!!!!!It's about a boy who's never had a home, finally he goes home with strangers and hopes to find a home. then when he's starting to question whether he's going to be just the worker boy or part of the family he finds a miricle dog in the middle a of storm. then everything changes he starts trouble between familys he goes through a constant struggle to belong. thunders love is strong enough to keep them together but is it strong enough to keep the family together as they face nature's fury and other opsticles.



3. I read this book to my children (7 and 5) just before our vacation to Newfoundland. It was a great way to learn a bit of historical NL culture and prepare for a wonderful vacation. They loved Thunder and Tom, and could not wait for me to finish reading this book to them. Thunder, a smart and perceptive dog, helps Tom and his adoptive family survive many potential tragedies.



4. Tom's life is anything but perfect. He has no friends. But all that changes for a little while once he found a dog, Thunder. He didn't plan on saving the dog, but it happened. About twenty feet away from his adoptive dad Enoche's boat Tom spotted a dog, a Newfoundland retriever, it's his dream dog. When Tom rescued the dog from certain death in the rough storm, he realized the dog would change his life.
   Tom began to loosen up with the dog around. Eventually they become best friends. Meanwhile, the bully down the street is mad he didn't get the dog because he was with them. Tom is confused with his life because he must teach Molly , a neighbor, to read, avoid getting beaten up, take care of Thunder, help out Enoch around the house, and with the fishing. Tom was an orphan before Enoch took him in. Enoch lost his boat and can't fish which means he can't feed his family and Thunder and Tom try to help.
   This book is a sequel. I couldn't set this book down. Once you start reading the book you can't stop. You will love this book if you like books filled with hope and family drama. Thunder From The Sea by Joan Hiatt Harlow is an intense and suspenseful book of happiness, sadness, and fear. I love the author's choice of visual imagery and significant conflicts.



5. Thunder from the Sea is about an orphan boy named Tom Campbell, and a dog named Thunder. The book takes place in 1929 in Newfoundland, which is off the coast of Canada. Enoch and Fiona don't have any children of their own. They went to the orphanage and Enoch picked out a boy named Tom to come and live with them and on the Island called Back o` the Moon. Enoch introduces Tom to Fiona and Bert a local boy. One day when Tom, Enoch, Bert, and Amos (Amos is Bert`s father) go on a fishing trip, a huge storm came up. They see a dog in the ocean swimming. They pulled the dog in the boat and they name him Thunder. Tom becomes really attached to him and wants to keep him. Enoch says ok and lets Tom keep the dog. While Tom is hanging clothes to dry one day, Thunder comes and barks at Tom. Tom follows Thunder and sees Fiona lying on the porch. Tom runs and gets Enoch and Enoch checks Fiona pulse and she is alive but she had fainted. This is one of Thunder`s good deeds. Enoch takes Fiona to the doctor and when they come back a test says that Fiona is pregnant. Another one of Thunder`s good deeds is a little girl gets lost and Thunder finds her in the forest and brings her back to her mom. When Enoch and Tom go to the main land they hear that Thunder`s real owner has been found. Tom thinks that he will be sent back to the orphanage and he would have to give up Thunder now that Fiona is pregnant and the owner of the dog is found. Read the book to find out what happens to Tom and Thunder. RS

5 comments about Newfoundlands (Complete Pet Owner's Manual).

1. This book has been a great guideline to the breed. Sometimes people buy a dog just by it's looks but do not realize that the breed has lots to take in consideration. With the book it will give you just that.The purchase of this book has made me understand that grooming is very important.



2. I agree with the others who were dissapointed by this book. If you know anything about giant dog breeds, then reading this book will add little to no information. There aren't many breed-specific facts about the Newfoundland, and the facts that are there are very general and could apply to any giant dog. I will keep looking for better sources.



3. Our family just adopted a Landseer Newfoundland and this book was amazing in it's info provided and helpful tips. It is set up so that you can quickly refer to items as you need to. Our puppy, Dudley, has benefited tremendously from the info in this book. And, our family appreciates the courageous and noble ancestry of the Newfoundland breed thanks to this book!



4. I bought this book in addition to several others prior to getting my Newfoundland puppy. I loved the pictures and thought it was a good general reference on the breed. The chapter on grooming was especially helpful. The comment from another reviewer that the author lacked direct experience with the breed puzzled me since the last page indicated she had owned Newfoundlands for 25 years. If you are looking for in-depth information on training your Newf for rescue work or water trials then you should look for other resources. If you want a general reference on the breed, then you can't beat this one for the price!



5. I bought this book at the recommendation of a Newfoundland breeder. It is small, but quite informative and not a fill-in-the-blank dog book that is really about any dog.
   Linda Morgan

5 comments about Newfoundland (Comprehensive Owner's Guide).

1. I thought that for someone who is learning and researching the breed of the Newfoundland for the first time, that this book could be a very helpful and practical handbook in the A-Z art of owning a Newfie. The language and how-to-steps of everything from crate training a pup to bathing and clipping the breed's claws is very accessible and I would certainly recommend this book to anyone who is considering owning one of these highly intelligent and loyal breed of pedigree.



2. I found this book very well written with a lot of very good basic information for reference on the breed. If you need to know the basics about Newfoundlands I'd recomend it highly..........Tim Brennan - Tempe, AZ



3. I can't belive how long it took to get this book. It was a nice book and I'm glad I got it but I will most likely not be purchasing a book through Amazon again. Postage on used itams was way to high. And the new items form Amazon took weeks to get to me.



4. For those who have owned dogs it give fabulous insitght to understanding this giant breed (Newfoundland) nuainces.



5. The first chapter of this book on this history of the Newfoundland was good, but after that I felt like the authors used pretty much the same material, inserting the name of the breed they were writing about. There was a lot of generic info on dogs, with mentions that Newfoundlands are big (duh). The pictures were nice, but I didn't really buy the book for the pictures. I was not impressed.

5 comments about The Newfoundland, Gentle Giant.

1. This book is a nice resource for Newfie owners, the only thing I was disappointed with is the lack of color pictures. It is all black and white. However, several times while reading about common traits, I thought to myself, "our Newfie does that!", so it is very accurate information, however nothing you couldn't find online if researching Newfoundlands.



2. A useful and comprehensive history of the Breed written by one of Newfoundland's most accomplished breeders, exhibitors and judges. Highly recommended to the new and potential Newf owner. This is one of the few books that depicts actual of photos of Newfoundlands of excellent breed type.



3. Other reviews were lower on this book because it is in black and white, but I didn't buy a book for fancy color pictures - I was looking for good content and I found it here. The author clearly knows a lot about Newfoundlands from personal experience. I learned many good tips on raising a newf and thought that this book was worth the buy. I read that the content in here could be found on the internet, but I haven't found anything this detailed. I would recommend it.



4. This book is well written and informative both about the character and personality of Newfoundlands and also the care of the breed. We were considering a Newf and this book has confirmed everything we have heard and is a wonderful book for all new or prospective owners to read!



5. Hey ...what can I say, great book. The pictures are in black and white but the information was right on.

No comments about Oh No, Newf! (Pet Trouble).

5 comments about Star in the Storm (Aladdin Historical Fiction).

1. *Remember that I am not the target audience for this book, so younger adults will probably enjoy this novel.
   
   "Star in the Storm" takes place in the historical events when Newfoundland had to outlaw dogs due to several unknown mongrels slaughtering livestock. That means many innocent dogs have to suffer, but not unless a certain person fights back. Thus is the story of Maggie Wells, a young girl who tries to hide her Newfoundland dog Sirius, a dog who is well-trained and will never harm a fly. With danger and possible eviscerating of her precious dog from his hiding place by a vicious girl named Tamar and her father, eventually, Maggie has to make the ultimate choice to bring her dog out of hiding when a ship sinks out into the distance, and Sirius, the only dog capable of saving lives.
   
   Plot-wise, it was good, but the writing sucked. Even for a nine to twelve year old to which this book is targeted, it's not that good. I got this book when I was young, and I remember putting it down and picking it up, never really wanting to finish this because the suspense was never there, and I never felt that Sirius was in any danger, so bland the whole outlaw-dog law was. I wanted to feel that there are no more dogs in the houses of owners, something to make me fear for Sirius, but it was never there. The characters were bland, and there was no real threat. Everything was predictable from the get-go. And the wicked Tamar and her rich father end up seeing the error of their ways and embrace the dog for saving lives in the end. Still, some people might like this story. I just wish it gave us the `briskly paced' and `suspense' promised in the reviews.



2. I teach 3rd grade and my students were absolutely enthralled with this story. It also inspired students to take a closer look at the remote island of Newfoundland. I found the book with its accurate Newfie dialect and interesting historical details to be a great read-aloud. My students immediately wanted to follow this story with Hiatt-Harlow's next book "Thunder of the Sea".



3. Set in Newfoundland in 1912, some months after the TITANIC disaster, this Girl-and-Dog story is an easy and pleasant read, with gradually-increasing literary tension. Twelve-year-old Maggie Wells adores her black Newfie, named Sirius because of one white "star" on his chest. Her family lives in peace with their Bonnie Bay neighbors who are mostly fisherman and sheep owners. When one pregnant ewe belonging to the irascible Rands is harried off a cliff by a stray dog, Tamar Rand immediately blames Sirius, though Maggie knew he was with her and would never harm a sheep. Tamar sets the plot in motion by appealing to her hot-tempered father, who has been campaigning for a law to ban all but sheepdogs on the island.
   
   Terrified of losing her beloved pet Maggie must find a safe place to hide him or think of a creative but legal way to keep him openly. When her cousin, Vera, falls dangerously ill, Maggie attempts a cure beyond her power-revealing her moral courage in the face of serious danger.
   
   The story climaxes as Maggie is forced to make a desperate decision when a steamer founders in storm-tossed, glacier-blocked Bonnie Bay, while the whole town watches in helpless terror. Will Maggie be guided by typical Island superstition or will she rely on prayer and hard work to find her inner, moral courage? Based on an actual incident and several unrelated canine anecdotes, this story is a must-read for any dog lover--delightfully sprinkled with unusual Newfoundland words. Why does the young protagonist keep counting the number of black birds she sees? Although the ending is satisfyingly "happy," many of the characters behave/reform in unrealistic manners. Still, a worthwhile read and an excellent introduction to a vanishing lifestyle in distant North America.



4. Star in the Storm
   Joan Hiatt Harlow
   Aladdin
   Historical Fiction
   
   Do you like books about survival? A book about a dangerous iceberg? Then Star of the Storm by Joan Hiatus Harlow is a book for you. In this book of friendship Maggie, a young girl from Barry Bay risks her life to try to save her friend Vera who might die because of dirty water from the well. On her trip Maggie gets stuck on an iceberg after her boat sunk and is saved by Sirius, a stray dog. Maggie's family wants to buy a big boat for her from her dying uncle but Maggie looses the money that was kept for generations but the dog Sirius got the money in the sea.
   
   Vera is a young girl that lives in Barrie Bay on a hill. She is a smart and nice girl. She is a very good girl and she is a very good friend. She could die because of the dirty water from the well and now she is in bed sick.
   Maggie is a young girl too and Maggie is Vera's friend. Maggie got ice from the iceberg because Vera wanted ice because she is sick. That is why I think Maggie is a good friend. I think Maggie is nice,caring,and loving because she found a place that has clean water for her family so they don't get sick too.
   Sirius is Maggie's dog and Sirius saved the money that Maggie dropped in the sea. Sirius is a black dog that is loving. Sirius is nice because he saved Maggie's life because the boat sank so Sirius jumped in the sea and got Maggie. Sirius found clean water for Vera's family.
   
   I like the book because they buy a boat for them and because Vera is sick because of the dirty water from the well. Sirius saved Maggie in the sea when she tipped the boat. Sirius got the money out of the sea. Maggie got ice from the iceberg for Vera because she is sick. I think this is a book for you because it is about a dog that saves a little girls live in a sea.



5. 
   Star In The Storm by Joan Hiatt Harlow is about a dog that wasn't a sheep dog. A law was past you couldn't have a dog, you had to have a sheep dog. This is my favorite part, but you will have to read to figure out the rest.
   
   The story's setting is at a beach, a church, and a house. I love this book. I couldn't put it down! I usually don't like books, but this book made me want to read!
   
   I would recommend this book to people who don't like to read and people who like dogs! I hope you liked my book review.

5 comments about Seaman's Journal: On the Trail With Lewis and Clark (Lewis & Clark Expedition).

1. This book is absolutely beautiful! The illustrations and colors are incredible. The story is great too. The dog's perspective is a wonderful way to learn about this important journey and appreciate the historical facts. My son and I never get tired of looking at this book. Highly recommended!



2. Patraica Reeder Eubank's fun loving doggy tale, "Seaman's Journal; On the Trail of Lewis and Clark" (Ideals Children's Books, 2002),is a beautifully illustrated book about Seaman, a Newfoundland, who goes on the famous expedition with Lewis and Clark. Seaman guides the reader on the trails through his journal entries; pulling the reader along with him as he tells of his experiences. For instance,meeting with many different indian tribes,even traveling with Sacajawea and her family. Seaman tells of his kidnapping and his return, his act of bravery, when he scares a charging buffalo away. The plot and illustrations work well together, they are life-like and exciting, Eubanks uses the earth tones in her paintings, which adds to the effect of the pages looking like an old journal, complete with three rings and aged looking pages. The reader will enjo learning the historical facts drawn on each page,as they experienc this adventure through Seaman's eyes.



3. This was an excellent companion to our children's unit on Lewis and Clark. The book was very engaging and the illustrations were truly beautiful. It provided our children with an informative yet highly enjoyable account of the Lewis and Clark expedition. The book was written from the perspective of Seaman, Lewis's dog, and this allowed for an interesting view of the events that occurred on the expedition. My children also enjoyed using the attached Seaman bookmarker. This was a very cute addition to a well-written and delightful book.



4. I discovered this book in an art gallery, which is exactly where it belongs. (Well, it belongs on Amazon and in book stores, too.) This book is so charming that, after glancing through it, I felt compelled to buy it for my grandchildren--once I'm done feasting on it myself.
   
   I had no idea Meriwether Lewis had a Newfoundland dog, nor did I know that it accompanied him on the historic Lewis and Clark expedition. That's a tough dog.
   
   And this is a lovely way of introducing history to young readers. The illustrations are beyond gorgeous.



5. This book is amazing. It has great pictures and wonderful detail. I am nine and this is a book for all to enjoy.