Because of Winn-Dixie
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 online
(04/01/2000)
"[A] lyrical, moving, and enchanting book by a fresh new voice...Brush strokes of magical realism elevate this beyond a simple story of friendship to a well-crafted tale of community and fellowship, of sweetness, sorrow and hope. And, it`s funny, too. A real gem."
Product Details Pages: 182 Publisher:
Candlewick Pr
Reading Level: Grade 4 - Grade 6
Language: English Contributors... Author:
DiCamillo, Kate
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ISBN-10: 0763625582
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Animals / Dogs
Social Issues / Emotions & Feelings
Social Issues / Friendship
Fiction / For Children
