Because of Winn Dixie

Because of Winn Dixie

Author:

DiCamillo, Kate

Description: Abandoned by her mother when she was just three years old, 10-year-old India Opal has been raised primarily by her father, a Baptist preacher. When he relocates the family to a small Florida town, Opal has trouble adjusting, until the day her father sends her to the store to pick up a few necessities--and she comes back with a dog. Inspired by her large, friendly new pet, whom she names Winn-Dixie (after the store), Opal finds the means to reach out and make friends with some of her neighbors--many of whom feel as lost and lonely as Opal herself. Color illustrations accompany the text. BECAUSE OF WINN-DIXIE was named a 2001 Newbery Honor Book, a year 2000 New York Times Children's Notable Book, and one of the Best Children's Books 2000 by Publishers Weekly.

Reviews...

Kirkus (April 1, 2000)
"Brush strokes of magical realism elevate this beyond a simple story of friendship to a well-crafted tale of community and fellowship, of sweetness, sorry, and hope. And it`s funny, too. A real gem."
New York Times Book Review (May 14, 2000) - by MacLeod, Anne S.
"[This book] is a poignant and delicately told story of a dog as a child`s much-needed best friend."
Bulletin of the Center for Children`s Books (June 2000) - by Hearne, Betsy
"By turns funny and moving, vivid from trailer park to pet store, this will propel readers into a satisfying circle of companionship."

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Awards...
ABBY - in category "Children" , 2001

Product Details
Publisher:	Candlewick Pr
Language:	English
Contributors...
Author:	DiCamillo, Kate

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