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Description
Living with her grandfather on Muckwater Mountain in West Virginia, twelve-year-old Silver works to earn money to buy a dog of her own. Throughout the story she cares for a stray dog and learns about responsibility and family bonds. The novel follows her determination to achieve her dream and the relationships she forms with her grandfather and the dog.
Quick Summary
Silver's stubborn determination to earn enough money for her very own dog on Muckwater Mountain will have kids cheering her on from the very first page. The sweet Appalachian setting and the unforgettable bond between Silver and her grandfather make this a story kids will want to read over and over. If your kid loves heartwarming animal stories like "Shiloh" or "Because of Winn-Dixie," they'll absolutely adore this mountain adventure. Perfect for kids in grades 4-7 who are ready for a story full of hope, hard work, and puppy love.