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Description
In this book, learn about devoted dogs, courageous cats, a brave beluga whale and a parrot who saved a young girl's life. All of these animals, whether large or small, have helped humans in daring and inspiring ways.
Quick Summary
True animal lovers in the middle-grade range will gobble up these bite-size hero tales, each one showing a dog, cat, beluga whale, or parrot pulling off a daring rescue or act of kindness. The stories are short, punchy, and based on real events, so you get the thrill of a rescue without wading through a long novel perfect for reluctant readers who want a quick win. While most of the tales are heart-warming, a few involve moments of danger (like a parrot's quick thinking to alert a sleeping family), so parents of very sensitive kids might want to preview the more intense scenes. The book's 5.5 AR level and 2,988-word count make it an easy, satisfying read that kids can finish in a single sitting and still feel proud of the accomplishment. If you enjoy these quick-fire animal triumphs, you'll probably also like "Heroic Animals: True Stories of Courage" by Susan McCarthy, which offers a similar mix of short, uplifting rescue stories.