Morris and Buddy
Title | Morris and Buddy PDF eBook |
Author | Becky Hall |
Publisher | Albert Whitman & Company |
Pages | 42 |
Release | 2007-01-01 |
Genre | Juvenile Nonfiction |
ISBN | 0807552860 |
2008 Best Children's Books of the Year, Bank Street College Morris Frank lost his sight in 1924, when he was only sixteen. One day, Morris's dad read him an article about an American dog trainer living in Switzerland. This is the story of his relationship with Buddy, his own seeing eye dog.
Buddy, the First Seeing Eye Dog
Title | Buddy, the First Seeing Eye Dog PDF eBook |
Author | Eva Moore |
Publisher | Scholastic Inc. |
Pages | 52 |
Release | 1996 |
Genre | Juvenile Nonfiction |
ISBN | 9780590265850 |
True account of the training and early work experiences of the German shepherd which became the first seeing eye dog in America.
Buddy
Title | Buddy PDF eBook |
Author | Meish Goldish |
Publisher | Dog Heroes |
Pages | 0 |
Release | 2016 |
Genre | Juvenile Nonfiction |
ISBN | 9781943553099 |
In 1928, a group of reporters watched as a young blind man named Morris Frank attempted to cross the busiest street in New York City with only the help of a dog. Cars and trucks zoomed by, horns blaring. Would the guide dog--a German shepherd named Buddy--be able to stay calm and lead Morris to safety? To the surprise of the onlookers, Buddy helped Morris make it across the dangerous road with ease. After their famous walk, Morris traveled with Buddy around the world, working hard to gain rights for all people with disabilities. In this inspiring book, young readers will learn about Buddy, as well as modern-day guide dogs. Students will be amazed at the teamwork between people living with disabilities and their dogs. With dramatic photos, this book is sure to warm the hearts of animal lovers everywhere.
Buddy
Title | Buddy PDF eBook |
Author | M.H. Herlong |
Publisher | Penguin |
Pages | 321 |
Release | 2013-05-16 |
Genre | Juvenile Fiction |
ISBN | 0142425443 |
In the tradition of Old Yeller, classic boy-and-dog tale set against the events of Hurrican Katrina. Tyrone "Li'l T" Roberts meets Buddy when his family's car accidentally hits the stray dog on their way to church. Buddy turns out to be the dog Li'l T's always wished for--until Hurricane Katrina comes to New Orleans and he must leave Buddy behind. After the storm, Li'l T and his father return home to find a community struggling to rebuild their lives--and Buddy gone. But Li'l T refuses to give up his quest to find his best friend. From the author of the BBYA Top Ten selection The Great Wide Sea comes a powerful story of hope, courage, and knowing when to let go. "A testament to the human capacity to endure.” —The New York Times Book Review
Call it What You Want
Title | Call it What You Want PDF eBook |
Author | Keith Morris |
Publisher | Tin House Books |
Pages | 266 |
Release | 2010-03-23 |
Genre | Fiction |
ISBN | 0982503083 |
Presents a collection of short stories chronicling the lives of flawed men who are caught in between adolescence and adulthood.
The Fantastic Flying Books of Mr. Morris Lessmore
Title | The Fantastic Flying Books of Mr. Morris Lessmore PDF eBook |
Author | William Joyce |
Publisher | Simon and Schuster |
Pages | 56 |
Release | 2012-06-19 |
Genre | Juvenile Fiction |
ISBN | 1442464895 |
The book that inspired the Academy Award–winning short film, from New York Times bestselling author and beloved visionary William Joyce. Morris Lessmore loved words. He loved stories. He loved books. But every story has its upsets. Everything in Morris Lessmore’s life, including his own story, is scattered to the winds. But the power of story will save the day. Stunningly brought to life by William Joyce, one of the preeminent creators in children’s literature, The Fantastic Flying Books of Mr. Morris Lessmore is a modern masterpiece, showing that in today’s world of traditional books, eBooks, and apps, it’s story that we truly celebrate—and this story, no matter how you tell it, begs to be read again and again.
Dog Diaries #2: Buddy
Title | Dog Diaries #2: Buddy PDF eBook |
Author | Kate Klimo |
Publisher | Random House Books for Young Readers |
Pages | 162 |
Release | 2013-01-08 |
Genre | Juvenile Fiction |
ISBN | 0307979067 |
A German shepherd—the first dog trained at Dorothy Eustis's famous Seeing Eye guide-dog school for the blind—looks back at her life. Chosen for her intelligence, obedience, and willingness to learn, Kiss knows there is more to life than chasing balls and chewing bones. She is a Noble Creature and Great Things await her. But after spending months learing to take care of her beloved trainer Jack, why does he suddenly want her to take care of Morris—a strange, clumsy man who wants to wants to change her name to Buddy? Could it be that Morris needs Kiss to take care of him even more than Jack did? Based on a true story, and featuring realistic black-and-white illustrations by Tim Jessell (plus an appendix with information about German shepherds, the history and training of guide dogs, hosting guide-dog puppies, and much more), this canine confessional is pitch-perfect for smart, dog-crazy, early middle-grade readers!