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The Dog that Saved Christmas

By Nicola Davies
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The Dog that Saved Christmas by Nicola Davies is a heartwarming children's book about a young boy named Jacob who struggles with the excitement surrounding Christmas. Everything changes when he meets a lively puppy, who brings joy and calm to his chaotic world. This touching story explores themes of friendship, understanding, and the transformative power of a pet.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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You might enjoy this heart-warming children's story if you love tales about unexpected friendships and second chances. Set during the festive season, this book beautifully illustrates the magic of Christmas through the bond between a young boy and a special four-legged friend. It's perfect for anyone looking for a feel-good story with themes of hope, kindness, and the transformative power of companionship.

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The Dog that Saved Christmas

A heart-warming tale of one boy and the dog that changes his life, from award-winning author Nicola Davies.

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The heart-warming festive tale of one boy and the dog that changes his life, from award-winning author Nicola Davies.

The Dog that Saved Christmas follows Jake, who is different from the other kids at school. He struggles when routines change and finds people's emotions hard to understand. For Jake, Christmas can be even more challenging, with the festivities often being too much to bear.

However, everything changes when Jake discovers a little dog lost on the street. This encounter unlocks a connection he's never experienced before. Together, Jake and the dog, Susan, form a special bond, helping him understand the world around him and transforming his life for the better.

Particularly suitable for readers aged 9+ with a reading age of 8.

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The Dog that Saved Christmas is praised for its touching and festive narrative, making it a delightful read for the holiday season. The story is noted for its emotional depth, prompting readers to reflect on various themes with finesse. Reviews highlight the author's skill in handling complex subjects with simplicity and charm.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781781127698

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 04 October 2018

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Barrington Stoke Ltd

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Mike Byrne
  • Illustrated by Mike Byrne

Audience: Children, Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 5.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 140g

Pages: 80

Collections

Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Christmas Books and Gifts Dyslexia-Friendly Books Nicola Davies Young Adult

About the Author

Nicola Davies is an award-winning author, renowned for her bestselling nature writing and children's fiction. Her many books for children include A First Book of Animals, Big Blue Whale, The Promise, King of the Sky and the critically acclaimed The Day War Came. She is a zoology graduate and has worked for the BBC Natural History Unit.

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