Merlin Raj and the Santa Algorithm: A Yuletide Holiday Dog's Tale

Mom's Choice Gold Award Winner"...emotionally resonant...enjoyable STEM-centered novel for young readers..." -- Kirkus Review My name is Merlin Raj. I have a teeny tiny weakness for socks which can make life as a service dog difficult. Usually, I only have to worry about helping my boy, Matthew, walk at school. But when my human Mom has to go away for winter break, getting ready for the holiday becomes a mess. I might be a super-smart golden retriever who wears glasses, but could I help my best friend with more than a disability?Gulp.Will a class on algorithms get me barking up the right Christmas tree?Appealing to readers of all ages, Merlin Raj is an ILLUSTRATED chapter-book series.From artists to astronauts, the jobs of the future will deal withcomputers. But do kids like computer books? Not as much as dog stories.With a Computer Science degree and a passion forpreparing kids for the future, author D. G. Priya blends technology with animal stories to stimulate a desire to read. Each book in the seriesintroduces a new programming skill. If you or your child like delightful dog tales that explores universally positive themes, including empathy, kindness, dedication, and the importance of being true to one's self,then you'll love D. G. Priya's tail-wagging adventure. Read more