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Duke (Dogs of World War II)

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Duke (Dogs of World War II)

By: Kirby Larson
Narrated by: Jonah von Spreecken
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A poignant World War II story about a boy and his dog and his dad, and the many meanings of bravery, from Newbery Honor author Kirby Larson. With World War II raging and his father fighting overseas in Europe, 11-year-old Hobie Hanson is determined to do his part to help his family and his country, even if it means giving up his beloved German shepherd, Duke. Hoping to help end the war and bring his dad home faster, Hobie decides to donate Duke to Dogs for Defense, an organization that urges Americans to "loan" their pets to the military to act as sentries, mine sniffers, and patrol dogs. Hobie immediately regrets his decision and tries everything he can to get Duke back, even jeopardizing his friendship with the new boy at school. But when his father is taken prisoner by the Germans, Hobie realizes he must let Duke go and reach deep within himself to be brave. Will Hobie ever see Duke, or his father, again? With powerful storytelling and gripping emotion, critically acclaimed author Kirby Larson explores the many ways bravery and love help us to weather the most difficult times.

©2014 Kirby Larson (P)2014 Scholastic Inc.
Animal Fiction Animals Animals & Nature Dogs Family Life Growing Up & Facts of Life Historical Fiction Literature & Fiction Military & Wars Pets Tearjerking
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I understand that this is a fictional book, but it's based on true stories from WWII. I honestly had no idea that families would donate their dogs for the war. So, this book was sad, but good. My daughter has been reading this series and I can see why she wanted me to read them too. I highly recommend this book to all readers.

What a great story!

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We were always eager to continue it on our family car trips to school. Vince we good and honest messages to children.

poignant and exciting

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loved it 💘 😻 💜 💛 heart ❤ ♥ 💓 💖 💗 💕 ❤ ♥ 💓 💖 💗 💕 💘 😻 💜 💛 💚 🧡 💘 😻 💜 💛

so 👍 🦸‍♂️

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I did not like how the voices kept on changing. That is the only thing

The details were so strong and it made me feel emotional

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I learned a lot while listening to this book about times during and after the war. A great story about history, the families and everything that took place. I highly recommend this book.

Great Understanding of History

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