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The Last Polar Bears

by Harry Horse

Grandfather and Roo, a remarkable little dog with strong views and a short attention span, is off on an expedition to the North Pole to find the Last Polar Bears.

Grandfather and Roo endure storms, high seas, a temperamental sea captain, and seasickness until the ship reaches Walrus Bay. In a primitive coastal town, Grandfather gets in a game of golf, but unscrupulous wolves plague him and Roo. Finally, Grandfather, Roo, and a penguin companion head off on foot to find the Great Bear Ridge, home to the Last Polar Bears.

Author-illustrator Harry Horse tells this hilarious, original story through a series of letters written by Grandfather to his grandchild. Horse’s winsome pen-and-ink illustrations capture the charmingly eccentric personalities of Grandfather and his delightful canine companion and the amusing calamities that befall them. The result is a fanciful tale that will delight young and old alike.

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Format: Hardcover
Price: $12.95
ISBN: 978-1-56145-379-5
Publication Date: 10/1/2007
Page Count: 96
Size: 5-1/2″ x 7-1/2″
Age Range: 6 – 10
Language: English

AR Level: 5.0
F&P: GRL P, Gr 3, Genre F
Lexile: 850L
Themes: Arctic Exploration, Fantasy, Letters, Travel

Reviews

“This chapter book is a practical introduction to independent reading. The theme of global warming is subtle but clear and could inspire rich classroom conversations or lessons. The late cartoonist’s silly annotated black-and-white illustrations are sprinkled throughout, each letter adding additional humor to the zany fantastical adventure, which includes a pack of singing drunken wolves, a snow poet and frozen seagulls. Quirky with a message.” ―Kirkus Reviews

“Horse’s droll wit extends to his delicate pan-and-ink illustrations, which keep the spotlight trained on the emotive Roo and her animal co-stars.” ―Publishers Weekly

Awards

Flicker Tale Children’s Book Awards (Nominee, Intermediate Books) ―North Dakota Library Association, 2008-2009

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Meet the Author/Illustrator

Harry Horse wrote and illustrated many books for children, including the popular Little Rabbit picture books and several Middle Grade novels. He was also a political cartoonist for several national newspapers in the United Kingdom. He passed away in 2007.

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The Last Cowboys

by Harry Horse

Grandfather and Roo, a remarkable dog with a vivid imagination, set off from England to America on an exciting expedition to the Wild, Wild West.

The intrepid travelers are in search of Roo’s grandfather, rumored to be living among cowboys following a successful movie career. Grandfather and Roo land in Hollywood, and after a movie studio tour, they embark on a bus trip that ends abruptly with the two of them dumped by the side of the road. The pair hitchhike through the Grand Canyon before finally reaching One Horse Town, which has been overrun by a gang of lawless horses. After a narrow nighttime escape and chilly nights camping in caves, Roo is joyfully reunited with Old Blue, his grandfather.

Cleverly told through Grandfather’s affectionate letters written to a grandchild back home, The Last Cowboys is another hilarious, original adventure featuring this immensely charming twosome. Horse’s winsome pen-and-ink illustrations perfectly complement this fanciful tale that will delight young and old alike.

Format: Hardcover
Price: $12.95
ISBN: 978-1-56145-451-8
Publication Date: 10/1/2008
Page Count: 128
Size: 5-1/2″ x 7-1/2″
Age Range: 6 – 10
Language: English
AR Level: 5.1
F&P: GRL P, Gr 3, Genre F
Lexile: 860L
Themes: Fantasy, Letters, Travel, Wild West
BISAC 1: JUV044000 JUVENILE FICTION / Readers / Intermediate
BISAC 2: JUV019000 JUVENILE FICTION / Humorous Stories
BISAC 3: JUV030060 JUVENILE FICTION / People & Places / United States / General

Reviews

“Both palatable and approachable for transitioning independent readers. Imaginative and fun.” ―Kirkus Reviews

“Humorous black-and-white line drawings add dimension to the characters…” ―School Library Journal

“Something to consider for any with a need for a good children’s story.” ―Children’s Bookwatch

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Meet the Author/Illustrator

Harry Horse wrote and illustrated many books for children, including the popular Little Rabbit picture books and several Middle Grade novels. He was also a political cartoonist for several national newspapers in the United Kingdom. He passed away in 2007.

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The Last Gold Diggers

by Harry Horse

Grandfather and Roo, a remarkable dog with strong views and a short attention span, are off to Australia, on an expedition to find long-lost Uncle Vincent, who ran away to seek his fortune years ago.

Roo is worried about Australia being upside down, but that turns out to be the least of their problems. After a tricky flight the intrepid explorers land in Sidney, Australia―not Sydney, as it turns out―and must advance up the Snakey River to Gold Town. Grandfather and Roo endure blistering heat, a rebellious camel, and disreputable kangaroos, as they head off on foot to find the Gold Field, last known home of Uncle Vincent.

Author-illustrator Harry Horse tells this hilarious, original story through Grandfather’s journal and letters written to his grandchild back home. Horse’s winsome pen-and-ink illustrations capture the charmingly eccentric personalities of Grandfather and his delightful canine companion. The result is a fanciful tale that will delight young and old alike.

Format: Hardcover
Price: $12.95
ISBN: 978-1-56145-435-8
Publication Date: 4/1/2008
Page Count: 128
Size: 5-1/2″ x 7-1/2″
Age Range: 6 – 10
Language: English
AR Level: 5.4
F&P: GRL P, Gr 3, Genre F
Lexile: NC960L
Themes: Australia, Fantasy, Letters, Travel

Reviews

“Many will enjoy reading between the lines and feeling smarter than the narrator.” ―Booklist

“This text is accessible for all early chapter-book readers, especially as simple black-and-white illustrations on nearly every page break up blocks of text. Silly fun.” ―Kirkus Reviews

Awards

Best Children’s Books of the Year ―Bank Street College of Education 2009

Charlotte Award suggested reading list (Intermediate) ―New York State Reading Association, 2010

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Meet the Author/Illustrator

Harry Horse wrote and illustrated many books for children, including the popular Little Rabbit picture books and several Middle Grade novels. He was also a political cartoonist for several national newspapers in the United Kingdom. He passed away in 2007.

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The Last Castaways

by Harry Horse

A routine holiday for Grandfather and his canine sidekick Roo turns into an adventure when the two join an expedition to find the Door to the Sea.

Sailing aboard the good ship Unsinkable, the intrepid explorers endure high waves, tall tales, and deteriorating table manners. Finally, the adventurers reach their destination, pulling in boatloads of codfish with their nets, all the while keeping an eye out for a glimpse of the mighty King Cod himself. Then disaster strikes and the Unsinkable is sinking! Grandfather and Roo abandon ship. But how will they find their way out of the briny deep now that they are lost at sea?

Author-illustrator Harry Horse tells this hilarious, original story through a recovered ship log and a series of letters written by Grandfather to his grandchild back home. Horse’s winsome pen-and-ink illustrations capture the charmingly eccentric personalities of Grandfather and his delightful canine companion. The result is a fanciful tale that will delight young and old alike.

Format: Hardcover
Price: $12.95
ISBN: 978-1-56145-439-6
Publication Date: 4/1/2009
Page Count: 128
Size: 5-1/2″ x 7-1/2″
Age Range: 6 – 10
Language: English
AR Level: 4.7
F&P: GRL P, Gr 3, Genre F
Lexile: 750L
Themes: Fantasy, Letters, Shipwreck, Travel
BISAC 1: JUV044000 JUVENILE FICTION / Readers / Intermediate
BISAC 2: JUV019000 JUVENILE FICTION / Humorous Stories
BISAC 3: JUV001000 JUVENILE FICTION / Action & Adventure / General

Reviews

“Young readers will thoroughly enjoy this sailor’s yarn…” ―Booklist

“Packed with silly hijinks and fantastical creatures, this last of the Lasts (The Last Cowboys, 2008, etc.), with its endearing duo of grandfather and Roo, delivers fun for readers new to chapter books.” ―Kirkus Reviews

“Horse’s illustrations and marginalia add humor to this whimsical tale of two friends at sea.” ―School Library Journal

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Meet the Author/Illustrator

Harry Horse wrote and illustrated many books for children, including the popular Little Rabbit picture books and several Middle Grade novels. He was also a political cartoonist for several national newspapers in the United Kingdom. He passed away in 2007.

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