You Rescued Me

By Louise Fitzgerald, Chuck Groenink (Illustrator)

A boy and puppy face first-meeting jitters. Will friendship bloom?

4.3/5 Goodreads · 12 ratings

32 pages

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Bookroo's summary

A young boy's heart races as he prepares to meet his new puppy at the shelter. Both are filled with nervous anticipation. Will they connect and become friends? As the sun shines and birds sing, their first encounter unfolds, capturing the tender emotions of a budding friendship. This heartfelt tale explores the universal experience of welcoming a new furry companion into the family, resonating with anyone who has ever brought a pet home. Discover the magic of new beginnings and the joy of finding a friend in unexpected places.

From the publisher

A little boy and his new puppy both feel nervous before meeting for the first time in a tender tale that will resonate with any family taking home a furry companion. The big day is finally here–the day a little boy and his new puppy meet. The sun is shining, the birds are tweeting, and the boy’s tummy is swirling in anticipation. Is that his new puppy he sees, peeking out at the shelter? Will they really be friends and maybe play together, too? Louise Fitzgerald’s touching first-person text captures tentative emotions mirrored by boy and pup, while Chuck Groenink’s warm illustrations gently evoke the budding friendship between a child and his furry friend. Lyrical and empathetic, this heartfelt story will speak to anyone who is about to bring a dog companion home or has already welcomed one into their life.

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