

It's much better being at home than running away." But remember these people love you even when you get mad at them or they get mad at you. As Shadow points out, "You might think about running away when you get angry at mommies and daddies or brothers and sisters. Another chapter is about the importance of not straying too far afield. Shadow's lesson is: "Eat as much as you need, but not as much as you want," and to "Listen to Mommy and Daddy like I did and eat what's good for you."Įach chapter features new lessons and they are both entertaining and educational. These lessons include hard-learned eating habits. In "Lessons From Shadow," youngsters are encouraged to follow Shadow's examples from the lessons he has learned. Shadow got his name because he was always following people around.
For Shadow, this book is a chronicle of his daily experiences that can teach children essential lessons, about cohabitation with other humans and dogs, proper eating etiquette and an endless array of lessons. Through the esteemed Bregman, this lovable, cuddly companion is able to speak and teach young children some of the most essential life lessons, in "Lessons From Shadow: My Life Lessons for Boys and Girls."īregman, who grew up an only child and is now a widower, joins forces with Shadow in this delightful book that can be read either by or to youngsters. Shadow is a "rescue dog," a gorgeous 12-year-old female Labrador retriever who has co-authored a book with his master, a Harvard graduate named Walter Bregman, known to Shadow as Daddy. Scientists have been discovering over the years what great teachers dogs are, especially "talking dogs" like Shadow.


But even more importantly, dogs truly are great companions throughout life. They can run, fetch, sit, roll over and do the most amazing tricks. It's quite extraordinary what dogs can do.
