Madeline Finn and the Library Dog by Lisa Papp is the first in a series of picture books, which include Madeline Finn and the Shelter Dog and Madeline Finn and the Therapy Dog. In this first book, a little girl, Madeline Finn, is a reluctant reader. She has trouble reading out loud and gets the words and letters confused. Her teacher encourages her with heart stickers that say “keep trying,” but Madeline Finn wants to earn the coveted star sticker. One day her mother takes her to the library, and the librarian introducers her to Bonnie, a big white dog, and asks Madeline Finn if she would like to read to Bonnie. This is a sweet and encouraging story about children learning at their own pace, and the love and acceptance of a dog. What a wonderful way to celebrate National Dog Day.
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