{"product_id":"hiking-the-grand-mesa-a-clementine-the-rescue-dog-story-hardcover","title":"Hiking the Grand Mesa: A Clementine the Rescue Dog Story - Hardcover","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eKyle Torke\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eBarbara Torke\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJoin Clementine on a Desert Adventure in the Colorado Dobies \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eJoin Coover, Conrad and their mighty dog, Clementine, as they explore one of the most unique landscapes in southern Colorado--the Grand Mesa  Their grandma takes them to the Dobies, a series of steep hills made from adobe clay that formed as the nearby volcanoes, now extinct, eroded. At first, Coover feels a little sad and lonely, but as he is introduced to the rich wildlife -from woodpeckers to toads, cattails and sunflowers--he feels stronger and more confident. As both boys tramp through their imaginative journey, the vivid history and beautiful scenery awaken them to a new world full of possibility and friendship. By the end of the day, everyone is happily exhausted and ready for the next adventure \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Barbara Torke's ebullient paintings set a joyful mood as two adventurous boys and their valiant dog explore the ecology of the Colorado Dobies, an emotional landscape that at first seems barren and solitary, but, as the boys learn, is full of life. The story is about how imagination and companionship defeat loneliness, and the beautiful illustrations provide the rich texture of a vibrant journey of friends learning how to thrive.\"\u003cbr\u003e --Sarah Treschl, \u003cem\u003eKurt Johnson\u003c\/em\u003e award winning writer\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"A fun and insightful adventure with vivid visual descriptions and language that engages and challenges readers--both young and old. The paintings leap off the pages and into your imagination. A poetic and visual treat \"\u003cbr\u003e -- Marisa Donnelly, author of \u003cem\u003eSomewhere On A Highway\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"\u003cem\u003eHiking the Grand Mesa\u003c\/em\u003e comes to life in every sentence--brilliant images, constant movement and supportive interactions as the characters explore nature, enjoy each other's friendship and build upon shared imaginations. What a wonderful reading experience  You can share the adventure with everyone in your family, young and old \"\u003cbr\u003e --Steve Staley, professor, author and grandfather\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBe sure to check out the first in the series -- \u003cem\u003eIce Breaking: The Adventures of Clementine the Rescue Dog \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e From Loving Healing Press www.LHPress.com\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 46\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.25 x 8.5 x 8.5 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e March 23, 2020\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55152201105699,"sku":"9781615995066","price":40.53,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/8279\/8371\/files\/eldRSWdhdXhhTC83Qy9yaG5hVW1pZz09.webp?v=1779786993","url":"https:\/\/homeschoolbookbarn.com\/products\/hiking-the-grand-mesa-a-clementine-the-rescue-dog-story-hardcover","provider":"Homeschool Book Barn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}