| A Home for Dixie: The True Story of a Rescued Puppy Contributor(s): Jackson, Emma (Author), Carey, Bob (Illustrator) |
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ISBN: 0061449644 ISBN-13: 9780061449642 Publisher: HarperCollins OUR PRICE: $7.19 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: September 2010 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Nonfiction | Animals - Dogs - Juvenile Nonfiction | Animals - Pets - Juvenile Nonfiction | Family - General (see Also Headings Under Social Topics) |
| Dewey: E |
| Lexile Measure: 540 |
| Physical Information: 0.14" H x 9.96" W x 9.95" (0.44 lbs) 40 pages |
| Accelerated Reader Info |
| Quiz #: 123246 Reading Level: 4.0 Interest Level: Lower Grades Point Value: 0.5 |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: This is the true story of a puppy that did not have a permanent home and a young girl named Emma who desperately wanted a puppy of her own to love. Happily for both, Emma adopts the little puppy, names her Dixie, and in each other they find the companionship they've been looking for. With bonus information on how to support your local animal shelter--and even adopt a rescued dog of your own--this uplifting story, with adorable photographs, is the perfect companion for any dog-loving family. |
Contributor Bio(s): Jackson, Emma: - Emma Jackson, a student at Northern Highlands Regional High School, is also a black belt in karate. She lives in Upper Saddle River, New Jersey, with her mom, her dad, and the most recent addition to the family--her dog, Dixie. Carey, Bob: -Bob Carey is a New York-based photographer who specializes in conceptual and environmental portraiture. In addition to gallery shows, he has contributed to publications such as O, The Oprah Magazine; Essence magazine; diane magazine; and Men's Health, as well as ad campaigns for Lexus and MasterCard. He lives in Brooklyn, New York. |