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Larry: The King of Rock and Roll

Larry: The King of Rock and Roll by Iris Ranier Dart Larry is a little fluffy white Maltese with a big talent.  Not only can he talk, but he can sing and compose music!   When Cathy’s dad hits a rough … Continue reading

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LaRue for Mayor and LaRue Across America

Letters from the Campaign Trail: LaRue for Mayor When Ike is involved in the overturning of a hot dog cart at a political rally, he’s really just out to have a good time.  But when he and his friends inspire … Continue reading

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Dear Mrs. LaRue and Detective LaRue

I am a sucker for a terrier.  Particularly any terrier who is up to something, and Ike LaRue is definitely up to something.  These two books are the first two in a series by Mark Teague. Dear Mrs. La Rue: … Continue reading

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Dog Diaries: Secret Writings of the WOOF Society

Dog Diaries: Secret Writings of the WOOF Society by Betsy Byars, Betsy Duffey, Laurie Myers Each chapter in Dog Diaries is its own little story, sharing fictional dog experiences ranging from life in ancient Egypt to gold mining in Colorado.  … Continue reading

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Mine for Keeps

Mine for Keeps by Jean Little Sally has cerebral palsy.  Her parents just didn’t have suitable resources and therapies for Sally at home(this book was written in the sixties- keep that in mind), so she has been living at a … Continue reading

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Hot Dog

Hot Dog by Molly Coxe When I first started teaching first grade, a few things quickly became clear. 1) Many children come to first grade reading having memorized Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? (Thank you moms, dads … Continue reading

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Pantaloon

Pantaloon by Kathryn Jackson The original version is linked on the left. The shiny new reissue is linked on the right.   Source of Miscellany: A gift from my nostalgic mother.  She fondly remembered this story of a poodle turned … Continue reading

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