Herbert: The True Story of a Brave Sea Dog

By Robyn Belton

Book Overview

A boy never gives up hope when his little dog vanishes at sea in this suspenseful and heartwarming true-life adventure. Herbert was a small dog who lived by the sea. Everybody loved him, but the person who loved him best of all was Tim. One fine day, Herbert sets off on a boat with Tim s father. But without warning, a storm crashes in and so begins the biggest adventure of Herbert s life. This stirring true story, written and illustrated by Robyn Belton, tells the remarkable tale of a young boy s beloved dog and his real-life adventure at sea."

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0763647411
• ISBN13: 9780763647414
• Release Date: April 2010
• Publisher: Candlewick Press (MA)
• Length: 40 Pages
• Weight: 1.10 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 10.5" x 9.3"
• Age Range: 4 to 8 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 3

Customer Reviews

Absolutely love this picture book based on a true story!!

This is the story of a boy and the rescue of his dog that took place in the french pass of New Zealand. Not only is it an engaging story but includes maps, photos, and newspaper clippings from the true story. My kids and I love reading this together and have read it many times. I enjoyed the story as an adult and think kids from 4-12 would also enjoy reading this story. It was a lucky find from a thrift shop and it's definitely one of our favorite picture books.