Book details
The Guardian Team: On the Job With Rena and Roo
Description
Shepherds have used dogs to protect livestock for thousands of years. But burros also have a natural instinct to protect, which makes them a perfect guardian animals as well. Meet Rena and Roo, a super dog-and-burro guardian team at work on a sheep ranch in Wyoming. The animals have a close connection with the sheep they protect, but it takes time and effort for Rena and Roo to grow to trust one another. In this companion book to her award-winning Brave Dogs, Gentle Dogs, Cat Urbigkit uses simple, informative text and eye-catching photographs to show how Rena and Roo develop into guardian animals.
Age
7-10
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
32 pages
Book in series
#1
Why to read
- Educational Value: 'The Guardian Team: On the Job With Rena and Roo' provides readers, especially children, with valuable insights into the lives and work of livestock guardian dogs. It's an excellent resource for teaching about animal behavior, farming practices, and the importance of working animals in agricultural communities.
- Inspiring True Story: The book is based on a true story, which can inspire readers with real-life examples of dedication, teamwork, and the bond between humans and animals. It showcases the incredible abilities of dogs like Rena and Roo and their contributions to protecting livestock.
- Engaging Visuals: With captivating photographs that bring the story to life, readers can visually engage with the content, making it more enjoyable and easier to understand the context and setting of the guardian team's work.
- Promotes Empathy and Responsibility: Reading about Rena and Roo helps to foster empathy towards animals and an understanding of the responsibilities involved in caring for and working with them. It's a great way to encourage compassion and respect for the roles that animals play in our lives.