Colorado Parks & Wildlife Research Library

A young boy living in the Ozarks achieves his heart's desire when he becomes the owner of two redbone hounds and teaches them to be champion hunters.

"There's nothing that makes Charlie's soul rejoice more than naps and bacon. But when his daily routine of eating and sleeping is interrupted by a new baby calf, Abigail, Charlie is not happy! Things go from bad to worse when Charlie sees everyone rubbing Abigail's belly--instead of his; feeding her--instead of him; and tucking Abigail in at the end of the day--in Charlie's bed. Will Charlie be able to adjust to the new addition?"--Publisher's description....

"Engaging images accompany information about the hound group. The combination of high-interest subject matter and narrative text is intended for students in grades 3 through 8"--

Illustrations and brief text present various breeds of dogs known for their tracking skills, including the Afghan, Irish wolfhound, Beagle, and dachshund.

A little girl tells about her special pet, Sammy, "the best hound dog in the whole world," and how, after he becomes sick and dies, she comes to know the truth of her mother's words, that Sammy's spirit is everywhere.

From colorful butterflies and luscious fruit rocks to vases of flowers, cozy cottages and adorable rock pets, plus Halloween ghosts and holiday Santas, even a complete Nativity scene on rocks. Fifteen projects in all, along with many more ideas and suggestions for display make this book a real value.