Rags
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Picture Book · Ages 6–9 · 2014 · Est. 18 min read-aloud

Rags

By Margot Theis Raven, Petra Brown (Illustrator)

A stray dog becomes a soldier's loyal companion on WWI battlefields.

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32 pages· 2,243 words· Est. 18 min read-aloud
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In war-torn France, Private James Donovan finds an unlikely ally in Rags, a scrappy stray dog. As they face the horrors of World War I together, Rags becomes a legendary messenger and morale booster for the troops. But when a brutal battle leaves both wounded, their bond is tested. Will Rags' loyalty endure as Donovan is sent home? Discover the heartwarming tale of friendship and bravery that defies the chaos of war.

From the publisher

During World War I, while stationed overseas in France with the United States Army, Private James Donovan literally stumbles upon a small dog cowering on the streets of Paris. Named Rags for his disheveled appearance, the little stray quickly finds a home with Donovan and a place in his heart. Although the Army did not have an official canine division, Rags accompanies Donovan to the battlefield, making himself a useful companion delivering messages and providing a much-appreciated morale boost to the soldiers. News about Rags spreads and soon the little dog’s battlefield exploits become the stuff of legend. But during a fierce battle near the end of the war, both Rags and Donovan are wounded. Severely injured, Donovan is sent back to the United States. And the little dog with the big heart refuses to leave his best friend’s side.

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
32
Words
2,243
Reading age
6–9
Audience
Picture
Lexile
590L
Themes & topics
Books about AmericaBooks about animalsBooks about dogsBooks about historyBooks about war
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
4.4
F&P level
~O
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
171865
Publication
Published
August 2, 2014
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781585362585

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