Fetch: A Heartwarming Dog Tale by Jorey Hurley – 2015 Hardcover-image
Fetch: A Heartwarming Dog Tale by Jorey Hurley – 2015 Hardcover-image

Fetch: A Heartwarming Dog Tale by Jorey Hurley – 2015 Hardcover

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ISBN-10: 1442489693 ISBN-13: 9781442489691 Synopsis: Experience the simple joy of a dog's day at the beach in this vibrant picture book from the acclaimed author-illustrator of Nest., Experience the simple joy of a dog's day at the beach in this vibrant picture book from the acclaimed author-illustrator of Nest , which the New York Times Book Review said was "certain to please aesthetically minded children and adults" and that Shelf Awareness called "a quiet masterpiece." As with her debut picture book, Nest , "Hurley lets her bright, clean illustrations do her storytelling, limiting the text on each page to a single, evocative word" ( Publishers Weekly ) in this delightful depiction of a dog's day at the beach and the joy a simple ball can bring. With minimal prose and illustrations that echo the patterns of nature, Fetch is a story of the thrill of adventure and the joy of returning home. Grade From: Preschool Dewey Edition: 23 Item Weight: 16 Oz Grade To: Second Grade Intended Audience: Juvenile Audience Publisher: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers gtin13: 9781442489691 Genre: Juvenile Fiction Language: English Format: Hardcover brand: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers Dewey Decimal: [E] LC Classification Number: PZ7.H956632Fet 2015 Reviews: Jorey Hurley follows up her astonishing picture book Nest , about a robin's life cycle, with a joyful investigation of a dog at play . . . A playful followup., From the author of Nest (S. & S., 2014) comes another spare and beautiful outdoor adventure....Using only 15 words in total, Hurley takes the canine and readers on a delightful and fanciful romp....Whether this book is enjoyed one-on-one or with a group, requests for repeated readings are sure to follow. Recommended for all, but a must where Hurley's previous book is popular., A day at the seaside is a joyous adventure for the Labrador retriever protagonist of this restricted-vocabulary picture book. Each spread has a verb describing the pooch's action as she chases after her beloved red ball; "fetch" when it's tossed, "search" when she's hunting for the ball bobbing on the waves, "splash" when she paddles out toward it, etc. As the dog pursues the prize, she engages with local wildlife, passing a moment with some seagulls and sporting with some dolphins, until finally she brings the ball back to her beloved little girl for an inevitable eager "again?" While there's plenty of readaloud hay to be made of this (a "guess the word" challenge would elicit some energetic participation), it's beginning readers who will really appreciate the easy gamesmanship of figuring out the single word per spread and the genuine story behind the spare text. Digital art has the smooth solidity of cut-paper collage shapes, especially in the sandy figure of the dog, whose poses are well-observed authentic canine moves...the surprise discovery of various marine animals will provide audi- ences/readers with added diversion. This is rife with language arts potential, and it'll make a lively next step after Sullivan's one-word wonder, Ball (BCCB 5/13). DS, In Nest, Hurley offered a close study of a robin family and its habitat; here, she takes a more playful tack, following a dog's pursuit of a ball at the beach, while maintaining the aesthetic precision of the previous book. Expanses of creamy blue and taupe instantly establish the seaside setting, and Hurley again keeps her text to one word per scene: a vertically oriented spread that reads "swim" shows the dog paddling after the ball while clownfish dart below. Seals, gulls, and even a shark make appearances, but the dog's joyful frolics are the story's focus and delight., From the author of Nest (S. & S., 2014) comes another spare and beautiful outdoor adventure. One day at the beach, a big dog's red ball is thrown into the water. "Splash!" And he's off to "swim," "dive," and "seek" that ball. Using only 15 words in total, Hurley takes the canine and readers on a delightful and fanciful romp. Children watch as the waves "crash" over him, see his playful stance when he meets some curious seagulls, and on one of two vertical spreads, are captivated as the dog floats at the water's surface while down near the ocean floor a shark gains on his fishy prey. Returning triumphantly to his owner with the ball, the eager pup is ready to do it all "again?" An author's note explains that all of the creatures and plants the dog encounters may be found off the West coast of North America. The palette of blues, greens, grays, browns, and white masterfully evokes the ocean and beach. Occasional use of red adds impact and vitality to the full-page illustrations. Whether this book is enjoyed one-on-one or with a group, requests for repeated readings are sure to follow. Recommended for all, but a must where Hurley's previous book is popular., At the beach, a dog's game of fetch becomes an exploration of the natural environment....Hurley limits herself to one word per spread, each one thoughtfully designed and executed....there is much for the dog lover and coastal dweller to enjoy. Attractive and crisp. Item Height: 0.5 in Topic: Animals / Dogs, concepts / General, concepts / Words, Nature & The Natural World / General (See Also Headings under Animals), General Number of Pages: 40 Pages Illustrator: Yes, Hurley, Jorey Item Width: 9.5 in Book Title: Fetch Author: Jorey Hurley LCCN: 2014-009875 Publication Year: 2015 Item Length: 10 in

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Further Details Title: Fetch Condition: New Format: Hardback ISBN-10: 1442489693 EAN: 9781442489691 ISBN: 9781442489691 Publisher: Paula Wiseman Books Release Date: 02/26/2015 Description: As with her debut picture book, Nest, "Hurley lets her bright, clean illustrations do her storytelling, limiting the text on each page to a single, evocative word" (Publishers Weekly) in this delightful depiction of a dog's day at the beach and the joy a simple ball can bring. With minimal prose and illustrations that echo the patterns of nature, Fetch is a story of the thrill of adventure and the joy of returning home. Language: English Country/Region of Manufacture: US Item Height: 254mm Item Length: 241mm Item Width: 13mm Item Weight: 454g Author: Jorey Hurley Illustrator: Jorey Hurley Contributor: Jorey Hurley (Illustrated by) Genre: Children's Books Intended Audience: Preschool - 2, 3 - 7 years Type: Early Learning Release Year: 2015 Missing Information? Please contact us if any details are missing and where possible we will add the information to our listing.

  1. This charming book captures the pure joy of a dog's beach adventure with simple, vibrant illustrations and minimal text. The bright artwork tells a lively story, making it perfect for young readers who love playful, heartwarming tales. A delightful read that celebrates the bond between a pup and its favorite ball!

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