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Madeline Finn and the Shelter Dog
Madeline Finn finds a new way to help more dogs and read more stories, in this latest book from award-winning author-illustrator Lisa Papp.
After Madeline Finn meets library dog Bonnie, she asks her mother for a puppy of her own every single day. Finally, Mom says yes, and Madeline Finn chooses Star, one of Bonnie's puppies.
Then Bonnie's owner, Mrs. Dimple, tells Madeline Finn about animal shelters―places many other pets come from. A visit to their local shelter leads Madeline Finn to ask some questions. Does anyone play with the shelter dogs, or snuggle with them, or read to them? Questions lead to answers, and ideas, and soon Madeline Finn and her human and animal community discover there are lots of ways for small people to make a big difference.
Award-winning author-illustrator Lisa Papp offers a kind, empathetic exploration of life in an animal shelter in this perfect story for dog lovers, pet adoption and rescue advocates, and young readers learning how to make a difference through community service.
After Madeline Finn meets library dog Bonnie, she asks her mother for a puppy of her own every single day. Finally, Mom says yes, and Madeline Finn chooses Star, one of Bonnie's puppies.
Then Bonnie's owner, Mrs. Dimple, tells Madeline Finn about animal shelters―places many other pets come from. A visit to their local shelter leads Madeline Finn to ask some questions. Does anyone play with the shelter dogs, or snuggle with them, or read to them? Questions lead to answers, and ideas, and soon Madeline Finn and her human and animal community discover there are lots of ways for small people to make a big difference.
Award-winning author-illustrator Lisa Papp offers a kind, empathetic exploration of life in an animal shelter in this perfect story for dog lovers, pet adoption and rescue advocates, and young readers learning how to make a difference through community service.
32 pages, Hardcover
First published March 1, 2019
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Lisa Papp
28 books69 followersMADELINE FINN AND THE LIBRARY DOG is the 2017 CBC Children's Choice Award Winner in the K - 2 Book of the Year category.
Madeline Finn comes straight from the heart.
I am continually inspired by these amazing Therapy Dogs and their handlers. They let me tag along for the better part of a year where I witnessed one magical moment after the next. Many of the dogs featured in the book are former shelter dogs, now living a new life helping children, and I'm proud to say this book continues to raise money for these wonderful programs.
Everyone knows dogs are masters at unconditional love. When a child senses they are accepted exactly as they are, their fears drop away. Doors open. It’s tough to put into words the beautiful bond between the animals and children. I hope this story shares a little bit of that magic.
MADELINE FINN AND THE LIBRARY DOG is a 2016 Parent's Choice Award Recommended book, a 2017 Children's Book Council Children's Choice Award Winner, and has been translated into 21 languages. Lisa Papp won the 2012 Storytelling Award, and a 2011 NAPPA Honor Award for The Town that Fooled the British, illustrated by her husband, Robert. Some of her favorite writers are L.M. Montgomery, J.R.R. Tolkien, and Sally Gardner. Illustrators she adores are Lisbeth Zwerger, Rien Poortvliet, and, of course, Robert Papp. She and her husband live in eastern Pennsylvania with their three wildly creative cats.
Madeline Finn comes straight from the heart.
I am continually inspired by these amazing Therapy Dogs and their handlers. They let me tag along for the better part of a year where I witnessed one magical moment after the next. Many of the dogs featured in the book are former shelter dogs, now living a new life helping children, and I'm proud to say this book continues to raise money for these wonderful programs.
Everyone knows dogs are masters at unconditional love. When a child senses they are accepted exactly as they are, their fears drop away. Doors open. It’s tough to put into words the beautiful bond between the animals and children. I hope this story shares a little bit of that magic.
MADELINE FINN AND THE LIBRARY DOG is a 2016 Parent's Choice Award Recommended book, a 2017 Children's Book Council Children's Choice Award Winner, and has been translated into 21 languages. Lisa Papp won the 2012 Storytelling Award, and a 2011 NAPPA Honor Award for The Town that Fooled the British, illustrated by her husband, Robert. Some of her favorite writers are L.M. Montgomery, J.R.R. Tolkien, and Sally Gardner. Illustrators she adores are Lisbeth Zwerger, Rien Poortvliet, and, of course, Robert Papp. She and her husband live in eastern Pennsylvania with their three wildly creative cats.
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November 6, 2025
In a Nutshell: OMG, this picture book, y’all! I loved it so much! Amazing in every way – story, graphics, emotions, and message. The first picture book ever to make me cry. Much, much recommended! Second in the Madeline Finn series, but works as a standalone.
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Plot Preview:
I have no idea how I stumbled upon this series. In fact, I didn’t even know that it was a series. I somehow chanced upon Book One: Madeline Finn and the Library Dog, saw that it was listed as the first of the series, and decided to try all four books. When the first book hit the five-star mark, I was fairly sure that the next book won't live up to my unrealistically high expectations. How wrong I was!
Yet again, this story effectively combines the two joys of most sensible humans: dogs and reading. It’s amazing to see how well the plot gives both dogs and books equal importance without making the plot feel farfetched.
I loved seeing the new confidence in our little reading superstar Madeline Finn. I was also thrilled that she got a *star* in this book as well, albeit a canine one this time around.
The visit to the shelter comes with its own set of emotions. Through a simple yet effective method, the story succeeds in drawing attention to the problem faced by shelters, as well as what we ordinary citizens can do within our capacity to help those animals.
A special shoutout to the message that is repeated multiple times in the book: “Love is most important!” Such an important lesson for all of us to remember, especially these days where hatred seems to be ruling the roost.
Not gonna lie, this lovely book made me cry. I don’t think any picture book so far has made me leak both sad tears as well as happy tears. It gave me all kind of warm fuzzies in my heart.
The page layout is once again impressive, with there being the perfect balance between textual and graphical content. The language is quite accessible for the target audience of readers aged 4-8 years.
The illustrations are just as adorable, with the character’s expressions being the highlight of the lot. The colour tones are warm and soothing, perfect for the tone of the plot.
The audiobook, clocking at ten minutes, is once again narrated by Jill Frutkin, and she again does a fabulous job. My feedback of the audio version will be the same as for the first book: amazing to hear, but I missed the graphics.
I don’t think there’s any doubt about my recommendation, but just in case you want it in writing…
Much, much, much recommended! I had adored the first book as well, but to my astonishment, this book surpasses even that high. Though each picture book in the series is a standalone, it would be better to read them in sequence, not just because you can appreciate Madeline’s newfound confidence better but also because… why would you want to miss out on the amazing Book One?
Ten loud-yelps-of-joy stars, rounding down to five stars because GR can’t handle such greatness.
This was again a library read for the audio version, with some cheating by watching the lovely Youtube version read by ‘Storytime With Lorelei’ so that I could peek at the graphics.
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Plot Preview:
Ever since Madeline’s life changed after meeting Bonnie the library dog, she has been begging her mother for a puppy of her own. Mum has finally said “Yes!” Thrilled, Madeline and her mother go to the library to select one of Bonnie’s puppies as a pet. Instead, one of Bonnie’s puppies ends up choosing Madeline, and she happily names him Star.
When Mrs. Dimple, the librarian and Bonnie’s owner, tells Madeline about animal shelters as being the other place where pets come from, Madeline and her mom visit the shelter. There, the little girl is distressed to see the lonely animals looking sad. Determined to make a difference, Madeline hatches a plan. And it involves… you guessed it… books!
The story is written in Madeline’s first-person perspective.
I have no idea how I stumbled upon this series. In fact, I didn’t even know that it was a series. I somehow chanced upon Book One: Madeline Finn and the Library Dog, saw that it was listed as the first of the series, and decided to try all four books. When the first book hit the five-star mark, I was fairly sure that the next book won't live up to my unrealistically high expectations. How wrong I was!
Yet again, this story effectively combines the two joys of most sensible humans: dogs and reading. It’s amazing to see how well the plot gives both dogs and books equal importance without making the plot feel farfetched.
I loved seeing the new confidence in our little reading superstar Madeline Finn. I was also thrilled that she got a *star* in this book as well, albeit a canine one this time around.
The visit to the shelter comes with its own set of emotions. Through a simple yet effective method, the story succeeds in drawing attention to the problem faced by shelters, as well as what we ordinary citizens can do within our capacity to help those animals.
A special shoutout to the message that is repeated multiple times in the book: “Love is most important!” Such an important lesson for all of us to remember, especially these days where hatred seems to be ruling the roost.
Not gonna lie, this lovely book made me cry. I don’t think any picture book so far has made me leak both sad tears as well as happy tears. It gave me all kind of warm fuzzies in my heart.
The page layout is once again impressive, with there being the perfect balance between textual and graphical content. The language is quite accessible for the target audience of readers aged 4-8 years.
The illustrations are just as adorable, with the character’s expressions being the highlight of the lot. The colour tones are warm and soothing, perfect for the tone of the plot.
The audiobook, clocking at ten minutes, is once again narrated by Jill Frutkin, and she again does a fabulous job. My feedback of the audio version will be the same as for the first book: amazing to hear, but I missed the graphics.
I don’t think there’s any doubt about my recommendation, but just in case you want it in writing…
Much, much, much recommended! I had adored the first book as well, but to my astonishment, this book surpasses even that high. Though each picture book in the series is a standalone, it would be better to read them in sequence, not just because you can appreciate Madeline’s newfound confidence better but also because… why would you want to miss out on the amazing Book One?
Ten loud-yelps-of-joy stars, rounding down to five stars because GR can’t handle such greatness.
This was again a library read for the audio version, with some cheating by watching the lovely Youtube version read by ‘Storytime With Lorelei’ so that I could peek at the graphics.
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November 18, 2025
First, look at this adorable book cover. We have 3 dogs, a girl and an attentive bunny rabbit in a basket. But one of the dogs is behind a cage. The girl is looking wistfully at that dog, just as the other dogs are also looking, too. And, there is also a book laying on the floor next to one of the pups, while the girl is holding onto a couple of books, too. Are you not just a little bit in awe by this scene?
Second, I want to thank my Goodreads friend, Rosh for steering me in the direction of this book. She is one of the best reviewers when it comes to critically evaluating books that are most suited for children and young adults. So, when she said,
“I loved it so much!”
And…
“The first picture book ever to make me cry,”
I knew I needed to read this one, too. Her review is here: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Finally, why would I want to read this book? The book cover for one. And, I too happen to review children’s books. And, it certainly helps when dogs are featured.
Those who have read my reviews, already know I love dogs. I have two of them that happen to be cardigan corgis, named Oliver and Oscar. And, although my dogs aren’t shelter dogs, they are truly our best friends.
Still, my own story with my first dog living on my own, starts with Jessie, who came from our local Humane Society. It turns out she was an Australian Kelpie, who taught me how to Love. (I recently included a picture of her on my profile page.) Jessie was also a great teacher to the corgis that followed into our family. She graced our lives for 14 years. So, I recognize the value and importance of shelter dogs, and how important it is for them and us when we can be, or help find that forever home.
With this book…
The illustrations are stunning. Any child or parent or teacher will feel as if they are stepping inside the book and experiencing whatever is happening for the characters. And, those characters, include our main headliner, Madeline, who obviously wants a dog. Once she has her puppy, the work begins. Along with the love.
Madeline not only must learn to take care of her puppy she chooses to read to the many animals at the shelter that are waiting for their forever homes.
What other things can Madeline do to help support the animals at the shelter?
The sense of community giving, love, companionship, the joy and responsibility of pet ownership reside within these pages. Thank you again, Rosh for bringing me to this joyful reading experience.
Reading Level: 4 – 8 years+ - Grade Level: Pre-school – 3rd Grade+
Second, I want to thank my Goodreads friend, Rosh for steering me in the direction of this book. She is one of the best reviewers when it comes to critically evaluating books that are most suited for children and young adults. So, when she said,
“I loved it so much!”
And…
“The first picture book ever to make me cry,”
I knew I needed to read this one, too. Her review is here: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Finally, why would I want to read this book? The book cover for one. And, I too happen to review children’s books. And, it certainly helps when dogs are featured.
Those who have read my reviews, already know I love dogs. I have two of them that happen to be cardigan corgis, named Oliver and Oscar. And, although my dogs aren’t shelter dogs, they are truly our best friends.
Still, my own story with my first dog living on my own, starts with Jessie, who came from our local Humane Society. It turns out she was an Australian Kelpie, who taught me how to Love. (I recently included a picture of her on my profile page.) Jessie was also a great teacher to the corgis that followed into our family. She graced our lives for 14 years. So, I recognize the value and importance of shelter dogs, and how important it is for them and us when we can be, or help find that forever home.
With this book…
The illustrations are stunning. Any child or parent or teacher will feel as if they are stepping inside the book and experiencing whatever is happening for the characters. And, those characters, include our main headliner, Madeline, who obviously wants a dog. Once she has her puppy, the work begins. Along with the love.
Madeline not only must learn to take care of her puppy she chooses to read to the many animals at the shelter that are waiting for their forever homes.
What other things can Madeline do to help support the animals at the shelter?
The sense of community giving, love, companionship, the joy and responsibility of pet ownership reside within these pages. Thank you again, Rosh for bringing me to this joyful reading experience.
Reading Level: 4 – 8 years+ - Grade Level: Pre-school – 3rd Grade+
July 24, 2023
Great children's book. Loved the last book of hers, 'and the Library Dog', but loved this one more. Made me tear up. Pictures are wonderful. Volunteering at the shelter is great message. But you do wonder why she went and got what looks like a Great Pyrenees puppy, instead of getting a shelter dog herself. The book makes it look like she didn't think of the shelter until after she go her puppy.
When Madeline gets her puppy, Mrs. Dimple who she gets the puppy from tells her the most important thing is love. So:
"I love you, Star," I say when I feed him.
"I love you, Star," I say when I read to him.
"I love you, Star," I say when I tuck him in.
"It's okay, Star," I say when when he has an accident on the floor. "I love you."
You really need to see the wonderful pictures to go with the story.
After visiting the shelter-
"Mom," I ask when I get home, "do shelter dogs get to play outside?"
"Probably not as much as Star," she says.
"Do shelter dogs get to sleep under blankets?"
"I'm not sure, honey."
"Mrs. Dimple said love was most important," I say.
"That's right, dear."
"Mom...does anyone tell the shelter dogs they love them?"
Mom is quiet. then she gives me a big hug.
"Maybe you can show them."
Great book, and volunteering at a shelter is great, but I think actually taking on a rescue dog is better.
When Madeline gets her puppy, Mrs. Dimple who she gets the puppy from tells her the most important thing is love. So:
"I love you, Star," I say when I feed him.
"I love you, Star," I say when I read to him.
"I love you, Star," I say when I tuck him in.
"It's okay, Star," I say when when he has an accident on the floor. "I love you."
You really need to see the wonderful pictures to go with the story.
After visiting the shelter-
"Mom," I ask when I get home, "do shelter dogs get to play outside?"
"Probably not as much as Star," she says.
"Do shelter dogs get to sleep under blankets?"
"I'm not sure, honey."
"Mrs. Dimple said love was most important," I say.
"That's right, dear."
"Mom...does anyone tell the shelter dogs they love them?"
Mom is quiet. then she gives me a big hug.
"Maybe you can show them."
Great book, and volunteering at a shelter is great, but I think actually taking on a rescue dog is better.
February 27, 2019
My grandson loved Madeline Finn and the library dog, so I know he will love this one even more. Madeline gets a puppy and names it Star. She tells Star she loves her, reads to her, plays with her and covers her with her blanket when she sleeps. When she visits the shelter with Mrs. Dimple and her dog Bonnie, she sees a lot of lonely and uncomfortable jobs. She gets to work to help rectify the situation. I love the large, vibrant illustrations that accompany the story. Not only does this book encourage reading, but also teaches about rescuing animals from the shelters and how much love those animals have to give their owners. A definite must for family, school, classroom and public libraries. The publisher generously provided me with a copy of this book upon request. The rating, ideas and opinions shared are my own.
March 26, 2019
I haven't read the first book about Madeline Finn, but I don't think it's strictly necessary to have read it to enjoy this one. Madeline Finn and the Shelter Dog is a really cute book about a little girl who, when she finds out that the animals in the shelter don't have anyone to love them or read to them, sets out to make sure the animals are all taken care of.
The illustrations are absolutely adorable. Madeline herself is a cute kid, and I like how her bunny toy is always at her side. (I'm assuming this is something that was part of the first book as well.)
If I have any complaint, it's with the title. Madeline Finn and the Shelter Dog sounds like it should feature one of the dogs quite prominently as a character, and while I know which dog the title is referring to, I'm having trouble seeing why it gets top billing. Perhaps if the book had been called something like Madeline Finn and the Animal Shelter Reading Project, it would've made more sense to me. (I get why the title was chosen; it fits in with the first book in the series. I'm just not sure if it really fits in with the story.)
Overall, though, I really enjoyed this one. The pictures are cute, and it's fun to try to pick out the repeating elements (like the bunny toy, the bag of books, and Miss Ivy's bird). This would be a great book for kids who love animals and reading... and reading to animals!
Thank you to NetGalley and Peachtree Publishers for providing a digital ARC.
The illustrations are absolutely adorable. Madeline herself is a cute kid, and I like how her bunny toy is always at her side. (I'm assuming this is something that was part of the first book as well.)
If I have any complaint, it's with the title. Madeline Finn and the Shelter Dog sounds like it should feature one of the dogs quite prominently as a character, and while I know which dog the title is referring to, I'm having trouble seeing why it gets top billing. Perhaps if the book had been called something like Madeline Finn and the Animal Shelter Reading Project, it would've made more sense to me. (I get why the title was chosen; it fits in with the first book in the series. I'm just not sure if it really fits in with the story.)
Overall, though, I really enjoyed this one. The pictures are cute, and it's fun to try to pick out the repeating elements (like the bunny toy, the bag of books, and Miss Ivy's bird). This would be a great book for kids who love animals and reading... and reading to animals!
Thank you to NetGalley and Peachtree Publishers for providing a digital ARC.
February 3, 2019
Madeline Finn learns about the sadnesses of shelter dogs, and she finds a way to help them.
A gentle story of learning to care for other creatures, with lovely illustrations and beautiful words.
A gentle story of learning to care for other creatures, with lovely illustrations and beautiful words.
March 22, 2019
Madeline Finn returns in this second picture-book devoted to her reading adventures with her canine friends, following upon
Madeline Finn and the Library Dog
. After much pleading, her mother allows her to adopt one of Bonnie's puppies, whose arrival was the concluding episode of the previous book. But when Madeline Finn learns from her librarian, Mrs. Dimple, that she and Bonnie volunteer at the local shelter, and she and her mother also decide to volunteer, she is distressed to discover that many of the animals there do not have the love, companionship and reading partners that Bonnie and Star enjoy. Thinking over matters, Madeline Finn comes up with a solution, organizing a reading day at the shelter...
Like its predecessor, Madeline Finn and the Shelter Dog pairs an engaging and ultimately heartwarming story with adorable illustrations. Lisa Papp's artwork is lovely, and I just wanted to reach into the book on more than one occasion, and cuddle one of the animals. Star is cute as a button, and so is Madeline Finn, with her earnest desire to see that all of the animals have the love and attention that they need. We've had reading dog events at work, and it's always wonderful to see the children interacting with the pups, and having fun reading to them, so I appreciate the theme of these two Madeline Finn stories. I also appreciated, with this one, that shelter animals are featured, as they too have so much to give! Recommended to young dog lovers, children just getting going with their reading, and anyone who read and enjoyed the first Madeline Finn book.
Like its predecessor, Madeline Finn and the Shelter Dog pairs an engaging and ultimately heartwarming story with adorable illustrations. Lisa Papp's artwork is lovely, and I just wanted to reach into the book on more than one occasion, and cuddle one of the animals. Star is cute as a button, and so is Madeline Finn, with her earnest desire to see that all of the animals have the love and attention that they need. We've had reading dog events at work, and it's always wonderful to see the children interacting with the pups, and having fun reading to them, so I appreciate the theme of these two Madeline Finn stories. I also appreciated, with this one, that shelter animals are featured, as they too have so much to give! Recommended to young dog lovers, children just getting going with their reading, and anyone who read and enjoyed the first Madeline Finn book.
July 11, 2019
What a lovely book. Madeline Finn is a gentle soul that loves dogs. She wants each shelter dog to feel as loved as her own pup.
She begins to visit and decides to collect blankets and then to make sure each dog gets a story read to him/her. I loved the sentiment and the message of providing love to any dog. We certainly subscribe to the same philosophy.
She begins to visit and decides to collect blankets and then to make sure each dog gets a story read to him/her. I loved the sentiment and the message of providing love to any dog. We certainly subscribe to the same philosophy.
November 29, 2020
Oh, the feels!
Note: I received a signed finished copy of this book at ALA Midwinter 2020, after I had originally read and reviewed it.
Note: I received a signed finished copy of this book at ALA Midwinter 2020, after I had originally read and reviewed it.
February 11, 2023
Mis saaks olla nunnum raamatust, kus kutsikad ja siis veel varjupaigakoerad ja siis veel raamatud kahh?!
February 2, 2019
Oh, my heart!
Shelter dogs. Books. Children reading. This basically sums up my 5 star rating, but I may be slightly biased, being that I'm a dog-loving youth services librarian.
This is so sweet and would be really great read for a library that's want to start a program where the children read to dogs. There are benefits to both the children and the dogs, so it's a win-win situation, as far as I'm concerned.
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for providing a copy of this book for my early review. This book releases on March 1, 2019. In my opinion, this is a must buy for all public library and school library collections. Now, go read a book and hug your dog.
Shelter dogs. Books. Children reading. This basically sums up my 5 star rating, but I may be slightly biased, being that I'm a dog-loving youth services librarian.
This is so sweet and would be really great read for a library that's want to start a program where the children read to dogs. There are benefits to both the children and the dogs, so it's a win-win situation, as far as I'm concerned.
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for providing a copy of this book for my early review. This book releases on March 1, 2019. In my opinion, this is a must buy for all public library and school library collections. Now, go read a book and hug your dog.
January 13, 2021
I really like Madeline Finn!
And my kids loved the story.
But, and this is a big BUT, why would Mrs. Dimple adopt Bonnie from a shelter, and then not have her spayed?! So now we’ve added more puppies to the world when the shelters are overflowing with dogs who need furever homes. Just seemed to be conflicting with the storyline about shelters and the important work they do.
However that’s Mrs. Dimple’s poor judgement and shouldn’t be held against sweet Madeline Finn who not only adopts an adorable puppy, but spends time volunteering at the shelter to show her love for the animals there.
Would have been 4 stars...
And my kids loved the story.
But, and this is a big BUT, why would Mrs. Dimple adopt Bonnie from a shelter, and then not have her spayed?! So now we’ve added more puppies to the world when the shelters are overflowing with dogs who need furever homes. Just seemed to be conflicting with the storyline about shelters and the important work they do.
However that’s Mrs. Dimple’s poor judgement and shouldn’t be held against sweet Madeline Finn who not only adopts an adorable puppy, but spends time volunteering at the shelter to show her love for the animals there.
Would have been 4 stars...
November 8, 2018
This is a wonderful, heartwarming story about a little girl decides to make a difference at her local shelter. Her small ways of trying to help the dogs are so full of childlike love and caring and in the end do make a lasting difference to at least one dog. The gentle illustrations perfectly mirror her gentle heart. The story is well paced and tugs at the heart strings. For my dog obsessed, animal loving little girl this story is perfection.
October 30, 2018
The adorable Madeline Finn is back! And this time she adopts a friend from her local animal shelter. Which inspires her mission to give all of the animals the most important gift of love. And what better way to show love than with books?
I loved the first installment of Madeline's story and this one is equally delightful. Nit only does the story warm my heart, the illustrations are absolutely darling.
I loved the first installment of Madeline's story and this one is equally delightful. Nit only does the story warm my heart, the illustrations are absolutely darling.
February 15, 2019
Madeline Finn is my new favorite reading advocate, and my new favorite shelter advocate, and well she's just the best! In this installment, she learns about shelter animals, and works hard to make them feel better - getting them blankets, and organizing her community to come read to them. As I said in my review of the first Madeline Finn book (and the Library Dog) - "Who's cutting onions in here? *sniffle*" Aww all the feels!
January 28, 2019
We love Madeline Finn and were very excited to see another book with her. The shelter dog aspect was great and pulled at heart strings we all have. As a teacher in a school filed with animal advocates, I can see this book having a huge impact. The power of children and their ideas is ever present in this book and I love that.
June 16, 2019
I adore Madeline Finn and her love of both books and dogs, and how they help her with her reading. This sequel to Madeline Finn and the Library Dog is a sweet story with a message of determination and service.
April 24, 2019
So, I'm literally crying in my office over how cute this book is. This issue really hits home for me and seeing it play out was just so tender. A fantastic story and so important for all of us to remember.
February 5, 2020
Madli-Liis saab endale koera, kuid hakkab käima ka loomade varjupaigas. Ta jõuab järeldusele, et ka varjupaiga loomi tuleb kohelda samamoodi, nagu koheldakse oma lemmikloomi.
Armas ja südamlik raamat.
Armas ja südamlik raamat.
November 24, 2018
Very touching and I liked the service aspect of the story
April 14, 2019
Such a sweet book! Love the connection to animal shelters/rescue places.
April 13, 2021
I absolutely love the idea that Madeline Finn gets all her neighbors to go to the public library to check out books to take to the local animal shelter. Why? To read to the animals, of course!
January 18, 2020
Ach jaj, Magdalénka je dokonalé dievčatko, ktoré zorganizuje čítanie psom (???) v útulku. Dokonalé hrdinky sú nudné.
July 14, 2024
It's heartbreaking but also heartwarming how kids see the world around them. I really liked the illustration so much. The feeeeeelings 🥺
June 23, 2023
Aww, it was so good to see the main character's development since thefirst book. This book was really moving. Actually made me cry.
October 18, 2021
Madeline Finn is adopting a puppy from the litter of her companion library dog. As she learns about responsibility, Madeline also learns that many dogs are adopted from shelters. The shelter is always taking donations, anything from towels to food. The most important thing a pet needs, though, is love. It's up to Madeline and the other library-lovers to offer some companionship to shelter dogs until they find their forever home.
March 14, 2020
Awhile back L read Madeline Finn and the Library Dog so when she spotted this on display at our library today she was eager to read it. I think she liked this one even better than the first, mostly because there are even more dogs featured! S (8) read this with us and deemed it "very cute" as well. It was nice to read a story about a child making a difference for animals she cares about, and I could tell L very much related to that. I think it's just a matter of time before she wants to be a shelter volunteer herself!
My one complaint is that I wish the book had explained why Bonnie the library dog had puppies in the first place. The whole premise of the book is that Madeline adopts one of Bonnie's puppies, then learns about animal shelters and does a lot to help shelter dogs. But I wish the book gave justification for Bonnie having puppies and didn't present getting dogs from a breeder as an equivalent option to getting a dog from the shelter. We all know that most people aren't going to get puppies from a reputable breeder, so I think this book could have made it more clear that getting a shelter dog is the better choice for most families.
My one complaint is that I wish the book had explained why Bonnie the library dog had puppies in the first place. The whole premise of the book is that Madeline adopts one of Bonnie's puppies, then learns about animal shelters and does a lot to help shelter dogs. But I wish the book gave justification for Bonnie having puppies and didn't present getting dogs from a breeder as an equivalent option to getting a dog from the shelter. We all know that most people aren't going to get puppies from a reputable breeder, so I think this book could have made it more clear that getting a shelter dog is the better choice for most families.
July 13, 2019
Mia mag een puppy uitzoeken bij mevrouw van Kessel. Maar hoe kan ze nou kiezen tussen al die puppy’s? Mevrouw van Kessel zegt dat de puppy haar moet kiezen. Dus Mia noemt de naam die ze bedacht had en de puppy komt naar haar toe. Dan vraagt Mia aan mevrouw van Kessel hoe zij eigenlijk haar hond heeft gekozen. Dan vertelt ze over het dierenasiel. Mia gaat daar ook eens een bezoekje brengen. Ze ziet heel veel zielige dieren en ze bedenkt een plan om ze minder zielig te laten zijn.
Mia en de asielhond is een heel lief verhaal over een meisje dat graag alle dieren wil helpen. Het verhaal is ook heel realistisch, de honden, katten en konijnen zitten zielig in een hok en het asiel is afhankelijk van donaties. De illustraties zijn prachtig! Heel fijn dat de tekst in de illustraties ook vertaald is.
Het boek is ook heel leerzaam voor kinderen. Bij het verzorgen van een dier komt heel wat kijken. Maar het belangrijkste is dat de dieren liefde krijgen. En daar zorgt Mia voor, dat de dieren in het asiel ook wat liefde krijgen. Dit prentenboek heeft van mij 4 sterren gekregen.
Mia en de asielhond is een heel lief verhaal over een meisje dat graag alle dieren wil helpen. Het verhaal is ook heel realistisch, de honden, katten en konijnen zitten zielig in een hok en het asiel is afhankelijk van donaties. De illustraties zijn prachtig! Heel fijn dat de tekst in de illustraties ook vertaald is.
Het boek is ook heel leerzaam voor kinderen. Bij het verzorgen van een dier komt heel wat kijken. Maar het belangrijkste is dat de dieren liefde krijgen. En daar zorgt Mia voor, dat de dieren in het asiel ook wat liefde krijgen. Dit prentenboek heeft van mij 4 sterren gekregen.
August 26, 2019
Mia wil zo ontzettend graag een hondje. Ze vraagt er haar moeder iedere dag om. Ze maakt zelfs leuke tekeningen van een hondje voor haar moeder.
En nu is het dan zover: ze mag een puppy uitzoeken bij mevrouw van Kessel, want haar Bonnie heeft een nestje puppy's!
Ze kiest voor Sam en zorgt heel goed voor hem, want mevrouw van Kessel heeft haar uitgelegd wat belangrijk is in de verzorging.
Mia dekt Sam toe met een warm dekentje en vertelt hem dat ze van hem houdt want liefde is het allerbelangrijkste voor honden.
Ze bezoekt samen met haar moeder het dierenasiel waar mevrouw van Kessel Bonnie gehaald heeft en waar ze nu als vrijwilligster werkt.
Het valt Mia op dat sommige honden een beetje eenzaam en zelfs verdrietig lijken te zijn. Zij hebben ook geen dekentje en een baasje dat hen voorleest zoals Mia dat met Sam doet.
Daarom bedenkt ze een plan om daar verandering in te brengen.
Lees mijn recensie hier verder: https://graaggelezen.blogspot.com/201...
En nu is het dan zover: ze mag een puppy uitzoeken bij mevrouw van Kessel, want haar Bonnie heeft een nestje puppy's!
Ze kiest voor Sam en zorgt heel goed voor hem, want mevrouw van Kessel heeft haar uitgelegd wat belangrijk is in de verzorging.
Mia dekt Sam toe met een warm dekentje en vertelt hem dat ze van hem houdt want liefde is het allerbelangrijkste voor honden.
Ze bezoekt samen met haar moeder het dierenasiel waar mevrouw van Kessel Bonnie gehaald heeft en waar ze nu als vrijwilligster werkt.
Het valt Mia op dat sommige honden een beetje eenzaam en zelfs verdrietig lijken te zijn. Zij hebben ook geen dekentje en een baasje dat hen voorleest zoals Mia dat met Sam doet.
Daarom bedenkt ze een plan om daar verandering in te brengen.
Lees mijn recensie hier verder: https://graaggelezen.blogspot.com/201...
November 8, 2019
Papp's follow-up book to Madeline Finn and the Library Dog is just as pleasing and informative and my young readers loved it. Bonnie, the library dog that helped Madeline gain confidence as a reader, has given birth to the litter of puppies, and Madeline is told she may have one. Well, the time has come and the smallest puppy chooses Madeline as her perfect person. Madeline also learns about shelter dogs, and after visiting a shelter, she notices how unhappy the dogs, cats, bunnies, and birds look with no one to love them. Seeing how much her new puppy like to be read to, Madeline comes up with an idea for the people in her neighborhood to help the shelter animals feel cared about and maybe even find a forever home - just bring blankets and books. But will volunteer readers show up? This is a sweet, heartwarming story with wonderful mixed-media illustrations. A bonus - you can download a great activity kit full of things that kids can do courtesy of the publisher, Peachtree, HERE
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