Children Love Dog Books!
So do Adults.
Author Gayle Mansfield Irwin writes inspiring and educational books about dogs. Her stories teach valuable life lessons, such as perseverance, respect, friendship, and courage.
If you or someone you know and love enjoys special stories about special dogs, then read on!
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IF YOU'RE LOOKING FOR A GREAT GIFT FOR A SPECIAL CHILD OR PET LOVER, then you've come to the right place!
Books make great gifts, especially books that teach a wonderful life lesson and provide a great read! Gayle Irwin is the author of three great dog books. She is also a contributing writer to Chicken Soup for the Soul: What I Learned from the Dog. Sage's Big Adventure and Sage Learns to Share are stories which weave great life lessons into tail-waggin' dog tales!
About Sage's Big Adventure:
An inspiring, true-to-life story of a blind Springer Spaniel named Sage. This chapter book brings to light the topics of disability awareness, courage, overcoming obstacles, and respect for self and others. Sage's special story, which features more than 25 photos of Sage in various circumstances, also touches the hearts of adults.
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“For any child – or adult – who has ever felt or been ‘different’, this is definitely a ‘must read’ book. We feel Sage’s fear and confusion. We applaud her intelligence and her courage to adapt. We also, with Sage, feel thankful for ‘her people’, who love her, teach her, and nurture her spirit. This book is a compellingly-written chronicle of the power of love and hope.” Lyndalee A. Berger, Writer, Educator, Parent, Grandparent - Ft Collins, CO
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"'Sage’s Big Adventure' teaches children several things, including respect, acceptance of differences, and overcoming challenges. This book shows children how one can face difficulties in life and overcome them." Debbie LaChance, 4th Grade Teacher
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I just received a copy of your book yesterday and read it in one sitting. It was so touching and such a great story about Sage. I loved it! Nadine Van Alstine, Special Education Teacher - Colorado and Volunteer Coordinator for English Springer Spaniel Rescue, Rocky Mountain Chapter
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Dear Mrs. Irwin: It is so wonderful for you to write such a great book for children. I will be using your book with our HIV/AIDS children as an educational tool. All children need exposure to the many disabilities we continue to be challenged by, especially our group as they face the daily struggle of being different. Again, I thank you. Eva Eddings - Medical Care Manager, North Carolina
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"I love your book you wrote. I like Sage and you. I want to have a blind dog some day.” Lauren, Wyoming 1st Grader
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About Cody's Cabin...:
Cody's Cabin: Life in a Pine Forest relates the tale of Cody the Cocker Spaniel, as he explores a forest near his family's cabin. Children learn about the many types of plants and animals found in a Rocky Mountain forest. They will delight at Cody's antics as he chases squirrels and hold their breath as he encounters a black bear. Not just a cute short story, this book is also a useful educational tool and includes a Nature Journal through which children are encouraged to get outdoors and explore -- just like Cody does!
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Wyoming educator Chris Lenihan says this about the book:
Cody’s Cabin: Life in a Pine Forest takes young readers on a journey to the mountains through the eyes, ears and nose of an inquisitive and energetic cocker spaniel. Author Gayle Irwin entertains as well as educates her readers through Cody’s woodland experiences and through her encouragement to children to get outdoors with the provision of a nature journal at the end of the book. Teachers, parents, and anyone else who appreciates the beauty of the mountain world and wants to share that experience with children will love this book! Christina Lenihan, Educator - Casper, WY
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About Sage Learns to Share:
A beautifully-illustrated color picture book about the friendship of two dogs, one blind and one sighted. Sage Learns to Share relates to any child who has had to share toys, parents, a room or anything else with another child. This story is about friendship and trust as well as self-confidence.
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"Gayle Irwin has woven a beautiful parable about friendship, sharing, and acceptance in her latest book Sage Learns to Share. The story is written in simple language that children can understand, and is richly illustrated with beautiful color artwork. It held my son’s attention while teaching a valuable life lesson." Deb Nieuwenhuis, Mother of 5-year-old and certified educator, Baraboo, Wisconsin
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Additionally, Mrs. Irwin's story about the lessons learned from Sage is featured in the new Chicken Soup for the Soul: What I Learned from the Dog, now available! Click here to order from Amazon!
Another Book in the Making!
Learning to See: Life Lessons Learned from My Blind Dog recounts the many valuable life lessons Sage has taught people through the years. Explores the topics of joy, courage, perseverance and other valuable life lessons, the book is geared for adults but concepts can be shared with children as well. Planned for publication Fall 2012.