Gobi: A Little Dog with a Big Heart
Gobi: A Little Dog with a Big Heart
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Gobi: A Little Dog with a Big Heart

Written by Dion Leonard & illustrated by Lisa Manuzak
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$16.99
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4 - 8
Reading age
32
Page count
25
Words per page
AD550L
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Aug 29, 2017
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Bring home the incredible true story of a friendship so strong that it crosses the globe! Families everywhere will be delighted by the tale of Gobi and Dion–a little lost dog and the ultramarathon runner who saved her. Gobi: A Little Dog with a Big Heart is a fun, engaging picture book perfect for families to enjoy together.Prepare to fall in love with the heartwarming and true story of Gobi and Dion. Gobi, a scrappy little stray dog, latches onto a man named Dion and keeps pace alongside him for 77 miles of a long 155-mile race across China. Through cold nights and raging rivers, with little food and water, and through a long, hard journey, these two create a bond unlike any other.Cross the finish line with Gobi and Dion, the little pup who never quit and the ultramarathon runner who loves her. This amazing true story sparked international attention, and the New York Times bestselling author will continue to inspire readers as they enjoy this fun picture book perfect for children.Join these two unlikely friends as they form a winning team for both the race and life!

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    Book Details

    ISBN
    9780718075293
    Publication Date
    August 29, 2017
    Publisher
    Thomas Nelson
    Page Count
    32
    Words Per Page
    25
    Audience
    Picture
    Reading Age
    4 - 8 years
    Lib. of Congress (LCCN)
    2017939647
    Lexile® Level
    AD550L
    Est. Fountas & Pinnell Level
    ~N
    ATOS® Book Level
    3.2
    Accelerated Reader® Points
    0.5
    Accelerated Reader Quiz
    505346
    Accelerated Reader Interest Level
    LG

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