Reviewed by Sherry Dunn Rescuing Rumba is a beautiful book about animal rescue. It’s based on a true story. The protagonist, Rumba, narrates her own situation. She begins by letting the reader know that she’s a potcake. What’s a potcake, … Continue reading →
Reviewed by Sherry Dunn Piglet is a true vision of hope. I could stop this book review with that one sentence because it says it all. But I won’t. You must read Piglet Comes Home. Piglet Comes Home is another … Continue reading →
Reviewed by Sherry Dunn Let’s talk about rabbits. Rabbits are also known as bunnies or bunny rabbits. Around Easter each year, I let my readers know how important it is to research bunnies before giving one to your child as … Continue reading →
Reviewed by Sherry Dunn Cookie’s Fortune is an incredible book that teaches children about the humane treatment of animals and the values of empathy and respect. It is a simple, but heartwarming story portraying a stray dog who searches for … Continue reading →
I typically review children’s picture books with a theme of animal shelter adoption here at sherrydunn.com. I have been asked by author representatives if I would consider reviewing chapter books and middle grade books also based on animal shelter adoptions … Continue reading →
PT Runs Free is a phenomenal picture book teaching children the value of never giving up, no matter what the circumstances may be. There are so many true stories of animal rescue that need to be told and PT Runs … Continue reading →
When I was a child, I loved to get books for Christmas. My great-grandfather built a playhouse for me one summer. The playhouse had a front porch and two rooms. One room had the usual toy kitchen and table; the … Continue reading →
Today’s children’s picture book review is another true story about animal rescue as written by author Beth Stern. In previous blog posts, I have discussed the importance of considering the adoption of a shelter pet with special needs. Their road … Continue reading →
Picture books can teach children inspiring lessons about love, empathy, and kindness. Kids can relate to picture books. Chi Chi the Rescue Dog – Never Give Up is a picture book full of love, kindness, and hope and teaches children … Continue reading →
Forever Home is another wonderful, true story of animal rescue and the subsequent adoption of two barn kittens. This is a fun read with great rhyme patterns. It is easy to read out loud. Children will love this book. The … Continue reading →
