The Adventures Of Duke And Toby: Volume 1 - Softcover

Grandemange, Alain; Publishing, Alandrea

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1971714488 ISBN 13: 9781971714486

Verlag: Alandrea Publishing, 2026

Inhaltsangabe

Looking for heartfelt dog stories for kids ages 7–10?

The Adventures of Duke and Toby: Volume 1 is a middle grade chapter book collection filled with animal adventure, friendship, and emotional growth. Set on a rural homestead, this beautifully written anthology follows Duke, a loyal black Labrador, and Toby, his curious and spirited companion, as they navigate farm life, unexpected challenges, and the complex feelings that come with growing up.

Across sixteen interconnected stories, young readers experience moments of courage, loss, joy, resilience, and belonging. From muddy fields and rushing creeks to quiet evenings under wide country skies, Duke and Toby learn that bravery does not mean being fearless and that empathy is one of the most powerful gifts we can develop.

Perfect for independent readers or family read-aloud time, this chapter book is ideal for:

• Children ages 7–10
• Dog lovers
• Fans of animal stories and rural life
• Parents seeking meaningful stories about emotions and friendship
• Teachers building empathy and social-emotional learning

Each story stands on its own while contributing to a larger journey about loyalty, compassion, and the meaning of home.

If your child loves heartfelt animal adventures with real emotional depth, this first volume of the collected works of the Duke and Toby series is the perfect place to begin.

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Über die Autorin bzw. den Autor

Alain Grandemange is an author, editor, and photographer whose work is rooted in quiet moments, meaningful connections, and the beauty of everyday life. Drawing inspiration from rural living, nature, and the rhythms of home, his stories invite readers to slow down, notice more, and find meaning in simple truths.His children's books are known for their emotional depth, gentle wisdom, and thoughtful storytelling. Rather than offering easy answers, Alain's stories explore empathy, resilience, curiosity, and the importance of presence-encouraging young readers to reflect, feel, and grow alongside the characters. Each book carries a message children need to hear, wrapped in warmth, honesty, and care.As a photographer and visual storyteller, Alain brings a keen eye for detail and atmosphere to his work, often blending words and imagery to create immersive, comforting worlds. Whether writing for children or creating visual art, his goal remains the same: to create work that feels sincere, lasting, and deeply human.Alain lives in rural Virginia, where the landscape, animals, and daily moments of country life continue to shape and inspire his creative work.

Details zur Ausgabe

• Verlag: Alandrea Publishing
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2026
• Sprache: Englisch
• ISBN 10: 1971714488
• ISBN 13: 9781971714486
• Einband: Taschenbuch
• Anzahl der Seiten: 154
• Kontakt zum Hersteller: preigu GmbH & Co. KG; mail@preigu.de; ; Lengericher Landstr. 19; Osnabrück; Niedersachsen; 49078; Deutschland