Lewis and Clark and Me: A Dog's Tale

by Laurie Myers

Book Overview

A dog's account of one of the most extraordinary expeditions of all time.

"Dog and man can fit together like no others do. Lewis and I had that fit....

How did we get that close? I think the wilderness had something to do with it. Lewis and I would have been close anywhere, but the wilderness brought out the best in both of us. We were made for that territory."

In 1803, Meriwether Lewis and William Clark set...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0805063684
• ISBN13: 9780805063684
• Release Date: August 2002
• Publisher: Henry Holt & Company
• Length: 80 Pages
• Weight: 0.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 7.1" x 9.5"
• Age Range: 8 to 12 years
• Grade Range: Grades 3 to 7

Customer Reviews

Beautiful portrait of the Corps of Discovery

I used this some odd years ago to prepare a unit on the Corps of Discovery. This is an excellent way to introduce the Lewis and Clark expedition to the younger audience--all through the historically savvy adventures of Seaman (yes, he was really there). Seaman narrates the tale and various adventures specific to him which add flavor to the basic history, and the illustrations are to die for. This won't give a detailed report of the expedition, but it's an excellent side dish or appetizer.

Famous Dogs !

A great and touching story of Seaman, the Newfoundland that accompanied Lewis and Clark on their epic journey. Written from his perspective. Fun for all ages. If you are a dog person-it is like a warm puppy. You can't resist picking it up or putting it down.

Lewis and Clark and Me:a dog's tale

The story takes place in the early 1900's.It is about a man Lewis was asked by Thomas Jefferson to go on a journey.Before Lewis left he asked his friend Clark to go with him.Also before he went Clark new a guy who had a newfoundland.Lewis really liked him and the dog Seaman liked lewis.Lewis bought the dog for $20.00.On the way they meant indians who loved the dog.They wanted to trade the dog for beaver but Lewis denied.The next part they meant indians who tried to steal Seaman.But Seaman barked and the indians got scared.Another part is during the night a buffalo came and nearly killed the other campers.The buffalo got close to Lewis and Seaman scared him away.When they got back from their two year journey they were very famous.However Lewis died six years later.

Lewis and Clark and Me: A Dog's Tale

I loved this book so much. The two things I like most about it was the action and the beautiful pictures by Michael Dooling. They should write another book together! I would

Kelly's reveiw

Lewis and Clark and Me by Laurie Myers is an awesome book! The book shows the adventures of Lewis and Clark from Lewis's dog Seaman's point of view. The story takes place from November 16,1803 to September 11,1803. The book goes threw many months. Lewis and Clark are two adventurous men who like to help other people. Seaman is a loyal and helpful dog who loves to hunt. Lewis dresses different than any other man, Clark is a tall man with a low voice, and Seaman is a large black dog with a low but loud bark and growl. Their hobbies are hunting and sailing. Seaman can jump off the boat and bring back dead animals for them to eat. Lewis and Clark are from saint Britton. They are middle aged and Seaman is about five. This is Seaman's story from his first meeting with Lewis to being mistaken for a bear by some Indians. The story starts when Lewis buys Seaman for 20 dallers. One time a baby calf followed Lewis but couldn't get up the boat ladder so they left him behind. Suddenly that felt very funny to Seaman. Imagine a buffalo calf thinking it could be part of our lives. My favorite part of the story is when a beaver bites Seaman. In order to find out what happens next you have to read the book! I gave this book 5 stars because it is very interesting. It had a lot of detail and action. This book is remarkable! I loved it! I think everyone should read it. The author Laurie Myers is one of my favorite authors because she loves dogs. I like how she gives you a lot of detail. The illustrator Michael Dooling never leaves a blank spot in the pictures. The pictures are very realistic. I would recommend this book to everyone because it is very exiting. In order to prove that you have to read the book.