The First Dog
The First Dog by Jan Brett, published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt in 1988, is a captivating story that unfolds in a prehistoric setting. This first edition features 32 pages and is presented in English. The narrative follows Kip, a cave boy, as he navigates the challenges of his environment while carrying a sack of Woolly Rhino ribs. His journey takes an unexpected turn when he encounters Paleowolf, a persistent creature hoping for a taste of his food. As Kip learns to appreciate Paleowolf’s protective instincts, a unique bond forms, leading to the christening of his new companion as “Dog.”
Readers will find an engaging tale that highlights the themes of friendship and cooperation between humans and animals. The story is enriched by Jan Brett’s vivid illustrations, which depict an Ice Age landscape filled with majestic creatures and elements inspired by cave art. The book explores the early relationship between humans and dogs, showcasing how this partnership may have begun in a time of survival and adventure. With its focus on animals and the historical context of their interactions with humans, The First Dog offers a delightful glimpse into the origins of companionship in the animal kingdom.
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Kip the cave boy bounds along the trail home with a sack of warm and tasty Woolly Rhino ribs. If he could only get rid of pesky Paleowolf, who follows him, hoping for a taste of those delicious ribs! But Paleowolf’s presence turns out to be useful: His warnings save Kip from the Cave Bear, the Mighty Mammoth, and the frightening Saber-Toothed Cat. So Kip offers to share his food–if Paleowolf will use his keen nose, fine ears, and sharp eyes to keep Kip from being eaten up. With a bark and a wag of his tail, Paleowolf agrees to this bargain, and Kip christens his new friend “Dog.” In this exciting tale of adventure in prehistoric times, Jan Brett creates a spectacular Ice Age landscape populated with the massive animals of the time and bordered with images inspired by cave paintings and Ice Age artifacts. She convincingly portrays the growth of the warm bond between man and animal that must, long, long ago, have resulted in the first domesticated dog.
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