THE WORLD OF DOGS
You’ve met people from all over the world with FACES, but what about dogs? Cozy up to man’s best friend in this month’s issue. You’ll find out about some of the 300 different breeds of dogs, from home-loving pugs to dogs that sing, climb trees, fight crime, pull sleds, hunt, swim, rescue people, and even go into outer space. Explore the origins of the dogs we know and love, read about their starring roles in myth and legend, and read bios of extraordinary real dogs in articles such as:
When Did Dogs Become Man’s Best Friend? By Christine Graf
Dogs from Here, There, and Everywhere by Marcia Amidon Lusted
Myths, Gods, and Dog Stars by Marcia Amidon Lusted
Holiday Just for Dogs! by Colette Weil Parrinello
On Your Mark, Get Set… Mush! by Sherry Shahan
Hachiko: Dog of Japan by M. R. Street
Crime Fighting Dogs by Colette Weil Parrinello
Ashes is Serious About Her Work by Colette Weil Parrinello
The Dogs in Spain by Amy Roy
The Night the Dogs Danced, a play based on an Iroquois legend, retold by Pat Betteley
Regular features include: High 5, At a Glance, Critter Corner, Where in the World?, Face Facts, Art Connection, Editor’s Pick, Say What? One Last Face, and a crossword puzzle. Submit your own dog portraits for our monthly contest!