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Quotes from Reviews
“The heartwarming story in RESCUE PUP is a must-read for kids and their adults. It’s a simple story of an abandoned dog told in punchy rhymes that keep the story moving. But in its simplicity is a message that is played out five million times a year all over the country-a scared, homeless pet looking for a savior. By the middle of the book I was crying – literally – happy tears for a dog character that I don’t even know. But he’s everyone’s dog, and that’s what makes the story so beautiful. Five paws up for RESCUE PUP!”
–Nikki Moustaki, Professional Dog Expert/Trainer and Author
“Children are our future and while we rescuers are fighting an uphill battle to help end the homeless plight of thousands of pets, we have the challenge to educate children in an appropriate format and manner to help them understand the responsibilities of being a pet parent, and the outcome of the unfortunate ones. This book shows that animals experience the same range of emotions we humans do; sadness, loss, fear, loneliness, hunger, trust, hope, and joy. Children hold the key to changing the future, and this book will help them on their journey. Amazing book!”
–Amber Kay, President / Founder Fur Angels Animal Sanctuary, Illinois
“Rescue Pup is a charming story about Buddy the dog and his experiences of being abandoned by his owners and then saved by a kind-hearted individual. The story highlights the importance of responsible pet ownership and adopting pets from sanctuaries. The felt set and accompanying activity sheets provide an excellent opportunity for explaining the concept of animal welfare and introducing the idea of pets’ needs. They also provide alternative educational opportunities for children to learn and explore responsible pet ownership.”
–Emma Fenton, Interim Education Officer, World Society for the Protection of Animals
˜’Rescue Pup’ is an ideal story to teach early elementary students about the importance of adopting a dog. It also provides great opportunities for fostering empathy as the children try to understand what Buddy experiences.”
-Tatiana Garrett, Director of Community Outreach, The Anti-Cruelty Society, Chicago, IL
“Rescue Pup’ is an endearing story that spoke to me in several different ways. As a reader, I am captivated by the heartwarming story and motivated to volunteer with an animal rescue center. As a parent, I delight in watching my daughters’ eyes glisten as each rereading brings another happy ending. As a teacher, I use the book for amazing lessons, utilizing text-to-self, text-to-world, and text-to-text connections. Also, it provides a launching board for writing personal narratives of pet ownership. As a dog lover, I hold my furry baby and wish that all her doggy siblings had a warm bed and full bowl. Brenda Fiorini has created a new favorite of my bookshelves!”
— Candace Buikema, 2nd Grade Teacher, Dixon Public Schools
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Copyright note: This book is published on FKB with permission of the author.
