This book features a fun and uplifting series of classic Peanuts comic strips by Charles Schulz selected especially for kids, presented in color and with fun storylines featuring Snoopy, Charlie Brown, Lucy, Linus, Woodstock, and the entire Peanuts gang.
Whether he’s sledding in his supper dish, flying his Sopwith Camel on a dangerous mission, or leading Woodstock and friends on a dangerous cliffside hike, Snoopy is a beagle with a nose for adventure. The rest of the time he can be found at his doghouse, waiting for supper or writing on his trusty typewriter. Featuring a fun and uplifting series of full-color Peanuts comic strips by Charles Schulz selected especially for young readers, Doghouse Tales follows the adventures of Snoopy, Charlie Brown, Lucy, Linus, Woodstock, Snoopy’s brother Spike, and the entire Peanuts gang.
About The Author
Charles Schulz is a legend. He was the hand and heart behind 50 years of Peanuts, which featured one of the world’s most beloved and recognizable cast of cartoon characters, until his death in 2000.
Peanuts and NASA
Grade Levels: K-2, 3-5
Curriculum Connections: STEM, Space Science, Engineering, Language Arts
From Peanuts Worldwide, in partnership with NASA: “This year marks the 50th anniversary of Apollo 10, the NASA mission that made Charlie Brown and Snoopy part of the U.S. space program when their names were used as call signs for the command and lunar landing modules. Now NASA and the Peanuts gang are teaming up again to help students explore the history of space flight and the amazing technologies NASA will use to land astronauts on Mars. With separate activity sets for grades K-2 and 3-5, this program is sure to boost your students’ STEM skills as they imagine themselves part of the Peanuts space corps!”
Snoopy: Cowabunga!
Grade Levels: 3-7
Curriculum Connections: English Language Arts
Students will read Snoopy: Cowabunga!, participate in a class discussion, complete group writing activities, and use the book as a springboard for individual creative writing exercises.
Peanuts and NASA
Grade Levels: K-2, 3-5
Curriculum Connections: STEM, Space Science, Engineering, Language Arts
From Peanuts Worldwide, in partnership with NASA: “This year marks the 50th anniversary of Apollo 10, the NASA mission that made Charlie Brown and Snoopy part of the U.S. space program when their names were used as call signs for the command and lunar landing modules. Now NASA and the Peanuts gang are teaming up again to help students explore the history of space flight and the amazing technologies NASA will use to land astronauts on Mars. With separate activity sets for grades K-2 and 3-5, this program is sure to boost your students’ STEM skills as they imagine themselves part of the Peanuts space corps!”
Make Snoopy’s Favorite Puppy Chow
Satisfy your sweet tooth with Snoopy’s doggone delicious puppy chow recipe! After reading any of the timelessly fun books in the AMP Kids Peanuts series, release your middle-graders into the kitchen. You can help them create Snoopy’s recommended snack with this free, easy-to-follow, printable puppy chow recipe. Snoopy and his gang of beloved pals have been around for over fifty years, and each new Peanuts installment brings both new and longtime fans together. Follow the friends as they kick footballs, tune out adults, and touch readers’ hearts.
Charlie Brown, Peppermint Patty, Snoopy, and the rest of the group are the perfect company. The nostalgia of a childhood classic shines through each Peanuts book, so readers of all ages will love them. Middle-grade students will definitely love pairing the books with this printable puppy chow recipe. Help them make the delectable treat before they start reading for an easy and delicious snack to turn the pages with! As students are working in the kitchen, encourage a degree of independence to instill a sense of responsibility. Middle-graders will appreciate the trust you put in them, and the reward is pretty sweet too.
Oh, and even though Snoopy loves to make puppy chow, he knows it’s a people treat. Please remember not to give dogs chocolate.
Also Part of This Series
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Snoopy: First Beagle in Space Gallery
Snoopy: First Beagle in Space
written and illustrated by Charles M. Schulz
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Charlie Brown: All Tied Up Gallery
Charlie Brown: All Tied Up
written and illustrated by Charles M. Schulz
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I’m Not Your Sweet Babboo! Gallery
I’m Not Your Sweet Babboo!
written and illustrated by Charles M. Schulz
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Snoopy: What’s Wrong with Dog Lips? Gallery
Snoopy: What’s Wrong with Dog Lips?
written and illustrated by Charles M. Schulz
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Charlie Brown: Here We Go Again Gallery
Charlie Brown: Here We Go Again
written and illustrated by Charles M. Schulz
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Woodstock: Master of Disguise Gallery
Woodstock: Master of Disguise
written and illustrated by Charles M. Schulz
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Charlie Brown and Friends Gallery
Charlie Brown and Friends
written and illustrated by Charles M. Schulz
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