Perhaps you’ve read this book? (And if not, you should – and share it with your students for #classroombookaday!)
Madeline Finn does NOT like to read. But she DOES want a gold star from her teacher. But, stars are for good readers. Stars are for understanding words, and for saying them out loud.
Fortunately, Madeline Finn meets Bonnie, a library dog. Reading out loud to Bonnie isn’t so bad; when Madeline Finn gets stuck, Bonnie doesn’t mind. As it turns out, it’s fun to read when you’re not afraid of making mistakes. Bonnie teaches Madeline Finn that it’s okay to go slow. And to keep trying.
With endearing illustrations, Lisa Papp brings an inspiring and comforting book to all new readers who just need a little confidence to overcome their fears.
Well, there is going to be another Madeline Finn dog book!
And Peachtree Press is allowing me to reveal the cover to you all!!
The second book, Madeline Finn and the Shelter Dog (coming March 2019) takes Madeline Finn, Bonnie, and Bonnie’s puppy Star to the animal shelter, where they learn that reading aloud to the animals benefits everyone.
Those faces! LOVE!!
And here’s my 11 year old rescue dog, Dooley, who is often sitting next to me when I’m reading…and enjoys sniffing books and being read to.
