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Philipson, Sandra

Sandra Philipson

Based on an actual incident, this is both a touching and funny story of a nine year old English Springer Spaniel who loses her front leg to cancer. Annie and her high-spirited, naughty brother Max, experience her illness and recovery in very different ways. Max is in denial, and Annie is in a state of sad acceptance. It isn't until they meet Samantha, a three legged Golden Retriever, that they both begin to heal. Annie Loses Her Leg but Finds Her Way is a story of love, loss, friendship, healing, and optimism that is most appropriate for children in grades 1-5 but can be used by children of all ages who love inspirational dog stories. The back pages of the book contain thought questions and writing prompts so children can write about their feelings and create their own stories.

Due to the passing of her owner, Trini, a plucky three-legged springer spaniel, suddenly loses her home. In order to survive, she sets out on a journey to find another home. Along the way she has adventures and overcomes obstacles. Trini's courage and persistence in her quest shows that hard times can be endured and conquered with humor, determination and a little help from those who rescue the abandoned.

This book stars Max, Annie and the puppy, Tak. Based on an actual incident, this is the story of what happens when a new puppy joins the Max and Annie family. Annie feels motherly, but Max is mad and sad. He feels he has been replaced. The only way to get everyone's attention and to keep the puppy under his control is to devise a set of rules for the new dog. As usual, Max goes too far and makes up too many rules for his little brother, Tak. Annie steps in and helps everyone in the family appreciate each other, and Max sees his brother in a new light. The book was written in consultation with over 12,000 elementary and middle school students in the midwest and is appropriate for those bringing home a new baby, a new puppy or anyone who wants a good laugh.

Based on the antics of the real Max, Max's Wild Goose Chase is an adventure story set in and around the Chagrin River Valley. Max is an irrepressible Springer Spaniel who is constantly chasing the geese that live along the Chagrin River. Goosie Rough Rock, the goose with a big grudge, plots to get even with Max, but the ending takes an unexpected twist. The book is beautifully illustrated and is appropriate for Kindergarten through fourth grade. The back pages of the book contain fun questions and writing prompts so children can practice writing and create their own stories.

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