When so much of the world is new, you want to go slowly. to stop and enjoy everything; hills to roll down, perfect-sized rocks, trees that seem to whisper their thoughts. It's the same when you're much, much older, and every time 'round the seasons seems precious. Yet the folks in the middle (we know who we are) are always rushing, rushing, rushing. Appointments to make, trains to catch, places to be, FAST.
That's what makes the bond between old dog and the little girl so special. From the time she takes her first steps, old dog finds someone - at last! - who wants to go at the same pace he does. To walk with everywhere, through this wide, wonderful world.
A love song to the bond between young and old, this book will make you want to sit right down and read to someone you care about.
Kids will love this hilarious fairy tale adventure packed with clever twists, familiar characters and page-turning fun.
The second book in a fabulous new magical, middle-grade series filled with adventure, wonder and wildness,
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Martha Brockenbrough draws on her diverse experience in journalism, research, non-fiction and literary teen fiction to bring Alexander Hamilton to life. A powerful storyteller and narrative voice, Brockenbrough is the author of the critically acclaimed young adult novels The Game of Love and Death and Devine Intervention . She enjoys rea
More about Martha BrockenbroughGabriel Alborozo is a cartoonist and illustrator based in South London. His work has appeared in numerous magazines and papers including Private Eye, Punch, the Spectator, Prospect and the Oldie. In Australia he worked in animation as a background artist and for many years travelled about as an archaeological illustrator working for the British Museum, The M
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