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Because of Winn-Dixie by Kate DiCamillo is more often than not LOVED by both boys and girls. As an educator, I know that when a child (as so adults) loves a book, he/she is going to be more inclined to read more often. Most children will gravitate towards certain authors and opt to choose books written by their favorite authors. My son read this last year in the third grade and LOVES this author. Another great story by Kate DiCamillo is "The Tales of Desperado". It is no shock that Because of Winn-Dixie is a Newberry Medal book! An adorable story about the friendship between a girl and a dog- A TRUE WINNER- you cannot go wrong!
"Because of Winn-Dixie" by Kate DiCamillo, a 2001 Newbery Honor book, tells a heartwarming story about love, friendship and tolerance. Main characters of the realistic fiction book are Opal Buloni, a 10-year-old girl, and Winn-Dixie, the dog she has found in the town grocery store. Opal has just moved to Naomi, Florida with her preacher father. Her mother left them seven years ago. Because of Winn-Dixie, Opal makes new friends. Among them are Gloria Dump, a kind old lady called a witch by children, Miss Franny Block, a librarian who loves to tell stories, and Otis, a pet shop worker who plays music to animals. These quirky characters are part of the charm of the chapter book. "Because of Winn-Dixie" appeals to children in 4th grade through 7th grade.
My daughter loved this book. She said it had really fascinating details that made the story come alive. She just finished this book last night and wants to read it again and again. Her 5th grade teacher recommended this book to her. As a parent, I like that this book has more substance than those that just cater to simpler subjects. I feel that this book made an impression on her in a positive way-not to knock Captain Underpants series but I like that she has enjoyed something not so silly too. She said she this book is higher on her book rating list than Captain Underpants now. Yay!
Love this book, read it to my grandchildren, they loved it. Actually purchased this to give to my oldest granddaughter. Every child and adult should read “ Because of Winn Dixie”
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I bought this for another person and she absolutely loves it. The book looks brand new and she hasn't put it down.
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