Animals have been an influential part of science, technology, and travel throughout time. Bud: The 1st Dog to Cross the United States introduces readers to the historical climate of the 1880s and the first automobiles, background on Bud, a chronology of Bud's trip across the country, and how that trip influenced history. Colorful graphic art, maps, history of the early automobiles, fast facts, and a glossary will bring the historic mission to a younger audience. A great supplement to your history graphic novel collection.