A ground-breaking novel about a boy's growing interest in poetry as he finds his voice and tells his own story.
Love That Dog Summary
Love That Dog by Sharon Creech
Slowly Jack learns the pleasures of writing poetry as Miss Stretchberry encourages him to tell his own story through verse. What emerges is a moving and memorable story about a boy and his dog and his growing passion for poetry.
Love That Dog Reviews
'A beautiful wonderful lovely little book.' Geraldine McCaughrean 'I really loved this one - so original and funny and touching. It's completely captivating ...' The Independent 'A touching account of a boy's new-found love of poetry. Readers can't fail to be affected by this lovely tale.' The Guardian ' life-enhancing.' Financial Times
About Sharon Creech
Sharon Creech lives in the USA. She is the recipient of all the major children's book awards including the Newbery Award and the Carnegie Medal which she won with Ruby Holler.
Short-listed for Carnegie Medal 2002 Short-listed for LA Carnegie Medal 2002
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