{"product_id":"secondhand-dogs-isbn-9780062989192","title":"Secondhand Dogs","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA heartwarming—and heart-tugging—middle grade novel about\u003cbr\u003elove, loyalty, and what it means to be part of a family—from author Carolyn\u003cbr\u003eCrimi, with adorable illustrations by Melissa Manwill. Perfect for fans of \u003cem\u003eA\u003cbr\u003eDog’s Life\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eBecause of Winn-Dixie\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eMiss Lottie’s home was for second chances.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen she adopted Gus, Roo, Tank, and Moon Pie, Miss Lottie\u003cbr\u003erescued each member of the pack—including herself, her helper, Quinn, and her\u003cbr\u003ereclusive cat, Ghost—and turned them into a family. But when a new dog, Decker,\u003cbr\u003earrives and tries to hoard Miss Lottie’s heart and home for himself, the pack’s\u003cbr\u003efuture is threatened.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt first, Gus, the insecure pack leader, only notices little\u003cbr\u003ethings, like tiny Moon Pie being kicked out of the bed and Ghost acting spooked\u003cbr\u003e(then again…Ghost is a cat). But things soon go from bad to worse as Decker’s\u003cbr\u003epresence causes disharmony in the group.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen Decker convinces Moon Pie to embark on an impossible\u003cbr\u003ejourney, it’s up to Gus to gather his courage, rally his splintered pack, and\u003cbr\u003ebring the little dog home. And with coyotes and cars on the loose, the pack\u003cbr\u003emust push through obstacles and dangers to reunite with Moon Pie before he can\u003cbr\u003eget hurt—or, nearly as bad, get his heart broken.\u003c\/p\u003e | \u003cp\u003e\"Tender takeaways abound in this compassionate tale.\" - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Pervading themes of bullying, leadership, loyalty, and family—among humans and canines alike—raise important issues while the comic-style illustrations feature character cameos and highlight key scenes. A sensitive, satisfying, and intriguing canine tale\"  - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“A timely and big-hearted reminder of what’s most important in life for all creatures, whether two- or four-legged” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eKirby Larson, Newbery Honor Award-winning author of Hattie Big Sky\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"A perfect book for dog lovers to see how a true pack is run with every member's well-being in mind. Gus is a wonderful (dog) role model for all kids to learn about good leadership skills and, more importantly, the strength that comes from showing empathy.\" - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eCammie McGovern, author of Just My Luck\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"The light tension and heartwarming message will propel middle graders through to the very end.\" - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HarperCollins","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44890446299365,"sku":"NP9780062989192","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780062989192.jpg?v=1730233301","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/secondhand-dogs-isbn-9780062989192","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}