Chi Chi the Rescue Dog

By Elizabeth Howell, Blayne Fox (Illustrator)

A resilient dog overcomes adversity with prosthetic legs and a joyful spirit.

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32 pages

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Bookroo's summary

Chi Chi, a Golden Retriever, faces a life-altering challenge after being abandoned and losing her legs. Rescued and adopted, her new family provides her with prosthetic legs, allowing her to run and play again. Chi Chi's unwavering joy and determination inspire those around her, proving that perseverance can transform even the toughest trials into triumphs. Will her spirit continue to shine as she embraces her new life?

From the publisher

Silver Winner of the Nautilus Book Awards. Finalist for the Kids’ Book Choice Awards Favorite Illustrated Character, the Eric Hoffer Book Award Montaigne Medal, and the Anna Dewdney Read Together Award.Never Give Up is the true story of Chi Chi, a Golden Retriever who is left abandoned and broken on the side of the road. She is rescued and brought to an animal hospital where the doctor must amputate Chi Chi’s legs. Chi Chi is joyful even though she loses her legs, and she waits patiently for her forever family to adopt her. When she is adopted, Chi Chi’s family realize that the bandages on her legs fall off easily. They decide to get her prosthetic legs, or “shoes,” so she can run and play like other dogs. Chi Chi’s hard work and joyful spirit give her the power to get stronger. When she gets her new shoes, Chi Chi is grateful to God for His plan for her life. Never Give Up will inspire readers to persevere through trials with a joyful attitude.

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