Book details
Ellie The Homesick Puppy
Description
Megan is thrilled about moving to a new house in the countryside, where she looks forward to taking her Golden Labrador, Ellie, on walks. However, her parents think Ellie will be disruptive during the move, so they decide she should stay with Megan's grandmother. Megan and Ellie have never been separated before, and they both struggle with the distance. Megan misses Ellie deeply, and Ellie is determined to find her way back to Megan. Meanwhile, the book 'Lost in the Snow', which also features an animal story, was a best-seller during Christmas 06/07, selling over 115,000 copies. Other titles by Holly Webb, such as 'Harry the Homeless Puppy' and 'Buttons the Runaway Puppy', continue to perform well in sales.
Age
5-7
Text complexity
beginner
Length
128 pages
Book in series
#3
Why to read
- Develops Empathy: Reading 'Ellie The Homesick Puppy' allows readers, especially children, to understand and share the feelings of the main character, fostering empathy and emotional intelligence.
- Encourages Responsibility: The story highlights the importance of taking care of pets and the responsibilities that come with pet ownership, which can be educational for young readers.
- Engages Imagination: Holly Webb's descriptive writing style and the heartwarming story of Ellie will captivate readers' imaginations, transporting them into the world of the homesick puppy.
- Promotes Love for Animals: The book instills a sense of compassion and love for animals, encouraging readers to be kind and considerate towards pets and wildlife.