Little Dog Lost: The True Story of a Brave Dog Named Baltic
Nancy Paulsen Books, 2012 | ISBN: 9780593407844 Now in paperback
Horn Book (Starred Review)
“An edge-of-your-seat adventure story, based on a true story, for the very young -- with a text that also works beautifully as a beginning reader for older children.”
Bulletin for the Center of Children's Books (Starred Review)
“With its gripping plot and simple text, this has natural early reader possibilities as well as readaloud merits, and it’ll be a treat for kids looking for an international dog story to counterbalance the melancholy of Hachiko.”
The New York Times
“In this debut, Carnesi conveys the immensity of the scenery as well as the intimacy of the dog’s tale. And the fear abates with the story’s reassuringly warm and cozy ending.”
School Library Journal
“The book presents a clear problem and gratifying solution in simple, engaging language coupled with appealing watercolor and pen-and-ink illustrations; it is an excellent choice for read-alouds.”
Kirkus Reviews
“A terrifying adventure set against an icy backdrop turns into a heartwarming tale of one canine’s remarkable courage and resilience. This lost little dog will easily find a place in children’s hearts.”
Publisher's Weekly
“Debut author/illustrator Carnesi’s cartoon-styled watercolors and spare text provide a suspenseful yet reassuring account of the real-life rescue of a dog that was swept out into the Baltic Sea on an ice floe in January 2010. The book’s small trim size complements the cozy, feel-good conclusion.
“An edge-of-your-seat adventure story, based on a true story, for the very young -- with a text that also works beautifully as a beginning reader for older children.”
Bulletin for the Center of Children's Books (Starred Review)
“With its gripping plot and simple text, this has natural early reader possibilities as well as readaloud merits, and it’ll be a treat for kids looking for an international dog story to counterbalance the melancholy of Hachiko.”
The New York Times
“In this debut, Carnesi conveys the immensity of the scenery as well as the intimacy of the dog’s tale. And the fear abates with the story’s reassuringly warm and cozy ending.”
School Library Journal
“The book presents a clear problem and gratifying solution in simple, engaging language coupled with appealing watercolor and pen-and-ink illustrations; it is an excellent choice for read-alouds.”
Kirkus Reviews
“A terrifying adventure set against an icy backdrop turns into a heartwarming tale of one canine’s remarkable courage and resilience. This lost little dog will easily find a place in children’s hearts.”
Publisher's Weekly
“Debut author/illustrator Carnesi’s cartoon-styled watercolors and spare text provide a suspenseful yet reassuring account of the real-life rescue of a dog that was swept out into the Baltic Sea on an ice floe in January 2010. The book’s small trim size complements the cozy, feel-good conclusion.
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A Horn Book Fanfare 2012 title
A Bulletin 2012 Blue Ribbon title A CCBC Choice for 2013 A 2013 Gryphon Award Honor Book |
A 2013 Children's Choice Selection
A 2013 Carolyn W. Field Honor Book A 2014 Keystone to Reading Book (Primary) |
A 2013 Ladybug Picture Book Award
A 2013 Bank Street Best Children's Book A 2013-2014 Great Lakes Great Books Winner |
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Teacher's Guide
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Baltic Paper Doll
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International Editions
Japan
9784198638931 |