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Love That Dog

By Sharon Creech

Adjectives

heartfelt insightful poignant engaging

Genres

Poetry/Verse Realistic Fiction Feelings/Wellbeing

Synopsis

Jack, a young student, is convinced that poetry is for girls and wants nothing to do with it. However, his teacher, Miss Stretchberry, persistently assigns poetry tasks. Through these assignments, Jack begins to explore his thoughts and feelings, especially about his beloved dog, Sky. As he writes, Jack discovers the power of words and finds his own voice, transforming his initial reluctance into a heartfelt expression of love and loss.

About the author

Sharon Creech is a much-loved author who has written many exciting and heartfelt books for children. Her stories, like 'Walk Two Moons' and 'Love That Dog', are full of adventure, friendship, and imagination. Sharon grew up in America and enjoys encouraging children to read, write, and explore the world around them.

Pages

128 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

Published

2003

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