Brave Buddy’s Big Mission: The story of a therapy dog with a big heart… and even bigger tricks!

Written by Gianna Scipione

Illustrated by Michelle Mayhall

Buddy is a therapy dog who loves to visit the children at the hospital with his owner, Miss Emma.

One day, Buddy meets a young boy named Leo. Buddy does his best to cheer him up, but nothing seems to work. After many strategies fail, Buddy manages to get a response from Leo. Kindness, patience, and resilience allow Buddy to become a friend to Leo.

This book contains simple illustrations and rhyming verse. Although the rhymes are not perfect, the book’s message is noteworthy and heartwarming.

This picture book explores the special bond between animal and child. It is an excellent read-aloud choice for preschool and primary grade children.

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The Adventures of Tweet Tweet: A really awesome Penguin

Written and illustrated by Eleanor Wint and Lois Wint-Rose

This sweet little story is coauthored by a grandmother and nine-year-old granddaughter. It is based on a stuffed penguin who is personified in this tale.

Tweet-Tweet, the young penguin, brings beginning readers on a journey that explains how he broke his wing. Along the way, readers learn a bit about life in the Arctic, how penguins move and communicate, and an accident that lands Tweet-Tweet in the hospital.

Children learn about family bonds, adapting to change, and being resilient. The color illustrations add charm to the story. Readers will enjoy the dialogue format and personification of the characters. Two more books are in progress to continue Tweet-Tweet’s adventures.

Recommended especially for children ages five through eight.

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