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Not a Dog by Claudia Guadalupe Martínez

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Not a Dog

Claudia Guadalupe Martínez

Charlesbridge · Hardcover · June 17, 2025

Reading lane: Dogs

The Mexican prairie dog is not a dog at all!

At a Glance

Why This Clicks

A Prairie Dog Surprise

Meet an endangered Mexican mammal through an inviting read-aloud that pairs animal facts with early learning.

Come here for

  • A life cycle, Spanish vocabulary, and a shapes concept
  • A closer look at one animal’s place in a healthy ecosystem

Expect

  • Accessible nonfiction for preschoolers and pre-readers
  • A gentle introduction to habitat loss and endangered species

Book Details

Authors
Claudia Guadalupe Martínez
Publisher
Charlesbridge
Published
June 17, 2025
Format
Hardcover
Theme
Dogs · Mexico for Kids
Reading lane
Dogs

Affinity

Publisher Categories

  • Mammals

  • Mexico for Kids

  • Ecosystems & Environment

About This Book

The Mexican prairie dog is not a dog at all! It's part of the rodent family and is an endangered species. A fun and engaging nonfiction picture book for kids ages 3-7 that includes Spanish vocabulary, a shapes concept, and the life cycle of the Mexican prairie dog. A Mexican prairie dog may look like a dog, but it is certainly not a dog. This adorable mammal is actually part of the rodent family. Not a Dog explores the life cycle of the Mexican prairie dog, the species' cont...

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The Mexican prairie dog is not a dog at all! It's part of the rodent family and is an endangered species. A fun and engaging nonfiction picture book for kids ages 3-7 that includes Spanish vocabulary, a shapes concept, and the life cycle of the Mexican prairie dog. A Mexican prairie dog may look like a dog, but it is certainly not a dog. This adorable mammal is actually part of the rodent family. Not a Dog explores the life cycle of the Mexican prairie dog, the species' contribution to a healthy ecosystem, and the ways farming has destroyed their habitat and made them an endangered species. Perfect for preschoolers and pre-readers, this charming and informative read-aloud introduces curious kids to one unique animal that is NOT a dog!

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