Hiking the Grand Mesa

A Clementine the Rescue Dog Story

By: Kyle Torke

Narrated by: Kristine M Bowen

Join Clementine on a Desert Adventure in the Colorado Dobies!

Join Coover, Conrad, and their mighty dog, Clementine, as they explore one of the most unique landscapes in southern Colorado--the Grand Mesa! Their grandma takes them to the Dobies, a series of steep hills made from adobe clay that formed as the nearby volcanoes, now extinct, eroded. At first, Coover feels a little sad and lonely, but as he is introduced to the rich wildlife--from woodpeckers to toads, cattails and sunflowers--he feels stronger and more confident. As both boys tramp through their imaginative journey, the vivid history and beautiful scenery awaken them to a new world full of possibility and friendship. By the end of the day, everyone is happily exhausted and ready for the next adventure!

From Loving Healing Press

©2020, 2022 Kyle Torke (P)2022 Kyle Torke

Critic reviews

"A fun and insightful adventure with vivid visual descriptions and language that engages and challenges readers--both young and old. The paintings leap off the pages and into your imagination. A poetic and visual treat!" (Marisa Donnelly, author of Somewhere on a Highway)

“Hiking the Grand Mesa is an essential book for today’s children. Kyle Torke immerses them into nature’s creations while providing a springboard for vocabulary development, contextual learning, and nourishment of imaginations. Cuddle and connect with your children as you read and wonder together.” (Holli Kenley, author, Pilates for Parenting: Stretch Yourself & Strengthen Your Family and Power Down & Parent Up)

Unbiased Review

Me and my rescue dog enjoyed listening to this story. I am thankful I got the chance to listen to it for an unbiased review. I am excited to read more of Clementine's adventures.

very good

Loved it !! this story. the narrator is so fantastic it's like your really there!! After listening to this story,. I totally enjoyed reading this book. It’s well written and the characters were uniquely fantastic. I would suggest this book to my friends that like this sort of genera. this was a good book. The narration was great.