Madeline Finn and the Rescue Dog: A picture book story about how to show dogs love with books and blankets

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Madeline Finn has a brand new puppy and lots of responsibilities. She has to walk Star, and feed him, and make sure he has a safe place to sleep. But, she learns, the most important thing is love. So when Madeline Finn visits and animal shelter, she has lots of questions about the dogs who live there. Do they get to play outside Do they get to sleep under blankets Does anyone read to them Does anyone tell them they love them Madeline Finn is determined to help the shelter dogs. But can she find a way to make each one of them feel special With the help of some friends and a few good books, she just may discover that even small people can make a big difference.

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The healing power of books, and the joys of shared reading, are guaranteed to tug at everyone's heartstrings in (this) beautiful and inspirational picture book... Love and caring shine out from every page of this adorable and gentle story. * The Lancashire Post *
This picture book is perfect for young readers who love looking after animals. The gentle story is illustrated with detailed pictures with a nostalgic quality. -- Sarah Tyson * BooksUpNorth blog *
Human-hound interaction works both ways, and this book turns the original idea lightly on its head and focuses on the need of all dogs for love expressed in this instance by reading to them The illustrations are delightful: gentle depictions in pastels of the action as it unfolds. Definitely a worthy contender for the Early Years classroom, and beyond. -- Liz Broad * Just Imagine *
Praise for Madeline Finn and the Library Dog: Warm and wonderful - and just the ticket for little readers who've lost their confidence.

Author Bio

American author and illustrator Lisa Papp was inspired by her local library's "Read-to-Dogs" program. Most of the dogs featured in the book were once living a life on the streets or in shelters. "These former shelter dogs are now spending their lives helping children. It's a beautiful thing to watch."