Description: Kids can make a difference in this heartwarming tale based on a true story about a class of second graders whose letter-writing campaign got all the animals in their local shelter adopted.
Brief description:
Kirby Larson, the acclaimed author of the 2007 Newbery Honor Book, Hattie Big Sky, and loves collaborations, including writing Gut Reaction with her daughter Quinn Wyatt. Kirby's latest title is Shermy and Shake: The Not-So-Bossy Best Friend. 23 Dogs and 1 Cat is her third with Mary Nethery; their previous award-winning collaborations include Two Bobbies: A True Story of Hurricane Katrina, Friendship and Survival and Nubs: The True Story of a Mutt, a Marine and a Miracle.
www.kirbylarson.com
Review Quotes: "A celebration of empathy and collaboration, inspired by a real-life elementary school writing project. . . . A happy reminder that anyone can make a difference." --Kirkus Reviews