by Marty Rhodes Figley
72 pages
"Long before canine YouTube stars, Missouri laid claim to the Smartest Dog in the World: Jim the Wonder Dog, a Depression Era hunting dog that many believed was either a genius or possessed of clairvoyant skills. Evidence existed for both claims: Jim predicted seven Kentucky Derby winners and the winners of the 1936 World Series and presidential race, but the setter could also take direction in foreign languages (Italian, French, German, Spanish), shorthand, and Morse Code and recognized both colors and musical instruments. This is the true story of the dog that became known as Missouri's Wonder Dog." --from the publisher
This is a fun, quick read that would be great for young or lower-level readers. It includes photos of Jim and his family in the back. His accomplishments are inexplicable; he definitely earned his name!
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