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Because of Winn-Dixie

(A Beloved Middle-Grade Classic About Friendship, Family, and a Dog That Changes Everything - For Kids Ages 9-12 in Grades 4-7)
By Kate DiCamillo
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Because of Winn-Dixie by Kate DiCamillo is a heartwarming story about a young girl named Opal who moves to a new town and adopts a stray dog she names Winn-Dixie. Through the dog's charming and friendly nature, Opal is able to make new friends and build a sense of community. The book explores themes of friendship, acceptance, and healing.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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This heartwarming tale may appeal to you if you enjoy stories about friendship and healing. With a lovable dog who helps a young girl named Opal navigate challenges and build connections in a new town, it offers readers a touching narrative filled with humour and heartfelt moments. Great for those who appreciate themes of community, acceptance, and the unbreakable bond between humans and their canine companions.

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Because of Winn-Dixie

Ten-year-old India Opal Buloni describes her first summer in the town of Naomi, Florida, and all the good things that happen to her because of her big ugly dog Winn-Dixie.

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The #1 New York Times bestseller and beloved classic includes an afterword from the author.

One summer’s day, ten-year-old India Opal Buloni goes down to the local supermarket for some groceries—and comes home with a dog. But Winn-Dixie is no ordinary dog. It’s because of Winn-Dixie that Opal begins to make friends. And it’s because of Winn-Dixie that she finally dares to ask her father about her mother, who left when Opal was three. In fact, as Opal admits, just about everything that happens that summer is because of Winn-Dixie.

This book is (I hope) a hymn of praise to dogs, friendship, and the South, Kate DiCamillo said of her best-selling debut novel, which has been awarded a Newbery Honor, translated into nearly thirty languages, and turned into a major motion picture. The story of a preacher’s daughter named Opal whose life is transformed by a scruffy dog named Winn-Dixie continues to touch the hearts of readers of all ages.

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Because of Winn-Dixie by Kate DiCamillo has been praised for its engaging protagonist and the charming bond between a girl and her dog, set in the vibrant backdrop of Florida. Reviewers appreciate its mix of magical realism and humour, creating a heartfelt narrative about friendship and community. The book's craftsmanship is likened to an exquisite tapestry of individual stories woven into a captivating whole, resonating with both children and adults.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781536214352

Publisher: Candlewick Press,U.S.

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 26 January 2021

Country: United States

Imprint: Candlewick Press,U.S.

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 13.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 195.0mm

Weight: 147g

Pages: 192

Collections

Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Kate DiCamillo Young Adult

About the Author

Kate DiCamillo says of writing BECAUSE OF WINN-DIXIE, "I was living in an apartment where no dogs were allowed. As a result, I was suffering from a serious case of 'dog withdrawal.' One night, before I went to sleep, I heard this little girl's voice (with a Southern accent) say, 'I have a dog named Winn-Dixie.' When I woke up the next morning, the voice was still talking, and I started writing down what India Opal Buloni was telling me. The book is (I hope) a hymn of praise to dogs, friendship, and the South."

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