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Book : How To Steal A Dog A Novel - O'Connor, Barbara

Modelo 12561121
Fabricante o sello Square Fish
Peso 0.16 Kg.
Precio:   $34,299.00
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-Titulo Original : How To Steal A Dog A Novel

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Square Fish

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About the Author Barbara OConnor is the author of award-winning novels for children, including How to Steal a Dog, The Small Adventure of Popeye and Elvis, and The Fantastic Secret of Owen Jester. Drawing on her South Carolina roots, Barbaras books are known for their strong Southern settings and quirky characters. In addition to six Parents Choice Awards, Barbaras distinctions include School Library Journal Best Books, Kirkus Best Books, Bank Street College Best Books, and ALA Notables. She has had books nominated for childrens choice awards in 38 states. Barbara is a popular visiting author at schools and a frequent speaker at conferences around the country. She currently lives in Asheville, NC. Dont miss Barbara OConnors other middle-grade work like Wish; Wonderland; Greetings from Nowhere; Fame and Glory in Freedom, Georgia; The Fantastic Secret of Owen Jester; and more!Half of me was thinking, Georgina, dont do this. Stealing a dog is just plain wrong. The other half of me was thinking, Georgina, youre in a bad fix and you got to do whatever it takes to get yourself out of it.Georgina Hayes is desperate. Ever since her father left and they were evicted from their apartment, her family has been living in their car. With her mama juggling two jobs and trying to make enough money to find a place to live, Georgina is stuck looking after her younger brother, Toby. And she has her heart set on improving their situation. When Georgina spots a missing-dog poster with a reward of five hundred dollars, the solution to all her problems suddenly seems within reach. All she has to do is borrow the right dog and its owners are sure to offer a reward. What happens next is the last thing she expected.How to Steal a Dog is a 2008 Bank Street - Best Childrens Book of the Year. This title has Common Core connections. Review “Will keep youngsters totally engaged. This novels gentle storytelling carries a theme of love and emphasizes what is really right in the world.” School Library Journal, Starred Review“This is truly Georginas story, and to OConnors great credit, its Georgina herself who figures out whats right and does it. The myriad effects of homelessness and the realistic picture of moral quandary will surely generate discussion.” Booklist“A suspenseful and achingly realistic story.” Kirkus Reviews“OConnor knows how to spin a touching story, and reading this novel is its own reward.” The Horn Book“OConnor once again smoothly balances challenging themes with her heroines strength and sense of humor.” Publishers Weekly“Will give a more privileged audience much to ponder.” The Bulletin of the Center for Childrens Books“A must-have for a classroom library.” IRA
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