{"product_id":"a-pup-called-trouble-isbn-9780062685230","title":"A Pup Called Trouble","description":"\u003cp\u003eFans of classic animal stories like Pax and A Dog’s Way Home will howl over the heartwarming adventures of a coyote pup lost in New York City. This early middle grade novel is an excellent choice to share during homeschooling, in particular for children ages 7 to 9 who are reading independently. It’s a fun way to keep your child engaged and as a supplement for activity books for children.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrimming with curiosity, Trouble can’t wait to explore the world beyond Singing Creek. So one morning the coyote pup stows away in the back of a truck and ends up lost in the heart of New York City. While Trouble misses his siblings, he quickly makes friends in Central Park’s Ramble: a prankster crow, a timid opossum, and a poetic poodle. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBefore long, he goes from howling for home to wondering if he could make a life in the city forever. But when word gets out that a coyote is running wild on city streets, Trouble must choose between the risks of being caught and the dangers of a long journey home. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInspired by true stories, this accessible read from the award-winning author of A Dog’s Way Home will resonate with anyone who’s ever felt torn between the longing for adventure and the call of home. An appendix with real accounts of wild animals trapped in the city adds to the fun! \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTrouble may be lost in the big city, but he’s about to find something even more important.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eA Coyote in the City:\u003c\/b\u003e Follow Trouble, a curious coyote pup whose search for adventure takes him all the way to the streets of New York City.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eA Found Family:\u003c\/b\u003e He may miss his pack, but Trouble soon finds new friends—a prankster crow, a timid opossum, and a poetic poodle—in the middle of Central Park.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAn Adventure and Survival Story:\u003c\/b\u003e From dodging taxis to outsmarting an animal control officer, Trouble learns that surviving in the city is the biggest adventure of all.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThe Call of Home:\u003c\/b\u003e Ultimately, Trouble must choose between the family he found and the one he left behind, exploring the true meaning of belonging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e | \u003cp\u003e“A sweet tale about something we all yearn for, whether we’re four-footed or two-footed: friendship and a place to call home.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ebestselling author Suzanne Selfors\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e★ “An enthralling adventure with emotional heft and read-aloud potential. Fans of Kate DiCamillo, Phyllis Naylor, and E. B. White will treasure Pyron’s book.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eBooklist (starred review)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“A fast-paced, immersive exploration of urban wildlife from a satisfying animal point of view.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Based on real-life instances of coyotes inhabiting Central Park, Pyron’s tale deftly navigates the animal adventure genre with a lively voice. Readers will be captivated.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HarperCollins","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44888917606629,"sku":"NP9780062685230","price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780062685230.jpg?v=1730230095","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/a-pup-called-trouble-isbn-9780062685230","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}