"There's so much to say about dogs! Dogs are more than cute, furry animals-- they love to snuggle and play! Books are more than words and pictures-- they bring grownups and children together to talk, dream-- and snuggle, too! A child's first years are a critical time of rapid brain growth, with new connections shaped every day. Dr. Books encourage dialogic reading, where the child is invited to actively participate in the story and relate it to her or his life, promoting early literacy skills"--Back cover.