Dog Heaven
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Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 1995 · Est. 4 min read-aloud

Dog Heaven

Written & illustrated by Cynthia Rylant

Discover a heavenly realm where dogs find eternal joy and comfort.

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40 pages· 479 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
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In a heartwarming tale, explore a dog's journey to a paradise filled with endless fields and irresistible treats. This comforting story offers solace to those grieving a beloved pet, painting a vivid picture of a canine afterlife where joy never ends. Will this heavenly haven bring peace to those left behind?

From the publisher

A comforting and playful exploration of a beloved dog’s journey after a happy life on Earth.In Newbery Medalist Cynthia Rylant’s classic bestseller, the author comforts readers young and old who have lost a dog, as she did for cats in the bestselling companion book, Cat Heaven. Recommended highly by pet lovers around the world, Dog Heaven not only comforts but also brings a tear to anyone who is devoted to a pet.From expansive fields where dogs can run and run to delicious biscuits no dog can resist, Rylant paints a warm and affectionate picture of the ideal place God would, of course, create for man’s best friend.The first picture book illustrated by the author, Dog Heaven is enhanced by Rylant’s bright, bold paintings that perfectly capture an afterlife sure to bring solace to anyone who is grieving.

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Format
Hardcover
Pages
40
Words
479
Reading age
4–7
Audience
Picture
Lexile
AD620L
Themes & topics
Books about dogsBooks about animalsBooks about afterlifeBooks about heavenBooks about childhood pets
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
3.4
F&P level
~O
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
14985
Publication
Published
August 1, 1995
First published
January 1, 1995
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780590417013

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