Intelligent Yukon, the only female in a litter of puppies, diligently trains with Roberta to become a sled dog and dreams of eventually being named her team's leader.
Intelligent Yukon, the only female in a litter of puppies, diligently trains with Roberta to become a sled dog and dreams of eventually being named her team's leader. By the author of the I Wonder
15-Minute Books series.
Sled dogs must love to run. Sled dogs must be strong. Sled dogs must obey commands. Sled dogs must get along with teammates. Puppy Yukon is the only girl in her litter, and shes got high energy. Could she be a leader in the sled dog team? Trainer Roberta works with the puppies. Yukon is faster and smarter than her brothers. Roberta thinks Yukon can help lead the team! Yukon continues to train with her team for two long years. Is she finally ready to race? Mush! Mush!
Judith Janda Presnall is the author of more than twenty books for young readers. Her nonfiction writing projects have led to many research adventures, including dog sledding; visiting prisons; meeting inventors, circus performers, and cowboys; and even climbing Mount Rushmore. Judy is the recipient of several writing awards as well as the Jack London Award for meritorious service to the California Writers Club. She lives in Los Angeles, California, with her husband, Lance, and their three cats. Learn more: www.JudithJandaPresnall.com.
