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Luna Howls at the Moon

Luna Howls at the Moon

Published in
2021
3.96
on Goodreads (85)

Description

The award-winning author of A Dog Like Daisy returns with a moving middle grade novel told from the perspective of Luna, a Labrador therapy dog. Luna is on the brink of earning her fifty-visit pin to become an official therapy dog at Therapy Dogs Worldwide. However, her routine is disrupted when her clients, a group of children with different emotional needs, are placed in a therapy group. Luna adapts to each child's needs, showing different facets of her personality like the phases of the moon. When one of the children, Hector, goes missing, Luna joins the group on a quest across Austin, Texas, to find him. Together, they embark on an adventure that teaches them about friendship, resilience, and the power of understanding.
Age
8-12
Text complexity
proficient
Length
256 pages

Why to read

  • Heartwarming story of a dog's quest for home
  • Themes of friendship and family resonate with readers
  • Encourages empathy and understanding towards animals
  • Inspires readers to embrace adventure and self-discovery