Dogs in space! Share this book with middle graders who enjoy stories about dogs, space adventures, or action adventure stories--or all three! Lopside is a Barkonaut, a specially trained dog who assists human astronauts on missions in space. In this exciting middle grade sci-fi book, he and the crew aboard the spaceship Laika are en route to set up an outpost on a distant planet. When the mission takes a disastrous turn, the Barkonauts on board suddenly find themselves completely alone on their severely damaged ship, a lost pack in a riveting survival story. Survival seems impossible. But these dogs are Barkonauts--and Barkonauts always complete their mission. SOS. Ship damaged. Human crew missing.

We are the dogs. We are alone. A Found Family of Paws: Meet the Barkonauts--Lopside, Champion, Bug, and Daisy--a pack of highly-trained dogs who must rely on each other when their human crew vanishes into the void. Thrilling Animal Adventure: Stranded on the damaged starship Laika, this brave canine crew must use all their training and wits to navigate the dangers of deep space and complete their mission. Teamwork and Courage: Facing impossible odds, the dogs prove that loyalty isn't just for humans. Their primary directive is clear: Barkonauts always complete their mission. Science Fiction for Kids: A perfect, fast-paced read for middle graders who love animals, action-packed space adventures, and heartwarming stories about friendship against all odds.