The adventures of Zelda the Pug
continue in this installment. Readers meet the newest member of the family,
Peach, who is a Boston terrier. Zelda and Peach live with Lucy, Ben and their
parents Nate and Hannah. There are sixteen brief chapters in this book for
middle graders to read and enjoy.
This book will especially appeal to
dog lovers and pet owners. Zelda’s stories are full of action, humor and cute
pet antics. Everything young readers look for in a chapter book. The author has
done a wonderful job of giving children the opportunity to see the world from
the perspective of a dog.
There’s also valuable information
within these stories. Introducing a new pet to the family can sometimes have
its challenges and Zelda’s reluctance to share with Peach certainly
demonstrates this. I could see families
reading this book together before considering getting another pet. There’s even
an epilogue from the POV of Peach, which gives some insight into what it’s like
to be a shelter dog and to finally be adopted by a loving family. I found this
to be a sweet and touching addition to the book.
This is a nice mix of easy reading, with
plenty of challenging words thrown in as well. The author’s writing is
certainly kid-friendly and fun.
5 of 5 Stars, Review by Susan Barton
THE ADVENTURES OF ZELDA: PUG & PEACH IS CURRENTLY FREE ON AMAZON.
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