Freckles: The Mystery of the Little White Dog in the Desert

by Paul M. Howey

Book Overview

Freckles is the true story of a dog abandoned in the southern Arizona desert. Frightened and alone, she gives birth to six puppies and she somehow manages to protect them all from the heat and from... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Library Binding
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0967729211
• ISBN13: 9780967729213
• Release Date: July 2003
• Publisher: AZtexts Publishing
• Length: 72 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 8.3" x 10.4"
• Age Range: 5 to 11 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 6

Customer Reviews

Not just for kids!

I think that Paul Howey's message can be heard not only by children, but adults too. Freckles teaches us that all animals deeply love and show love in their own wonderful way, and that respect towards our animals on this planet should be of utmost importance in our lives and our childrens lives. What a great inspiration Mr. Howey is to all people on the planet to remember what loving creatures animals truly are. Bless you Mr. Howey.

Especially for young animal lovers

Paul M. Howey's Freckles: The Mystery Of The Little White Dog In The Desert is a heartwarming true story about the love and comradeship offered by a dog and her puppies. The black-and-white illustrations of Judy Mehn Zabriskie adds an especially endearing touch of charm to the text story, which is sophisticated enough to appeal to young readers who are almost ready to move on from picturebooks to more complicated reading material. Freckles is highly recommended - especially for young animal lovers.

My Friend Freckles

I was able to meet Freckles before the book came out. At that time she was somewhat withdrawn. As time went by and with love and care by Paul and his wife Trish, she has become a warm and loving creature. Now, with the popularity of her (or Paul's) book, she is a shining star. She brings this life to the children she visits.I am biased, but this is truly a magical story of being found, being loved and giving all the love back. It's a story for all children of any age.

Heartwarming and Uplifting

What a beautiful story about man's love and appreciation for one of our true friends. A touching story to read children of all ages. Proof that dogs like humans care deeply for their young and will nuture and protect them. When given the chance these beautiful creatures will give back in many rewarding ways. Kudos to Mr. Howey for his ability to put this on paper with such style and grace. The illustrations by MS. Judy Zabriskie could not have completed this book any better. If you did not fall in love with the words, you would with the illustrations.

Outstanding!

A masterful job of carefully weaving so much emotion into a remarkable informational story. The doggie door picture is priceless! Freckles quieting the beagle; protecting the granddaughter; effect on Tony-- all truly amazing! The suspected reasons for these actions so perceptively stated. Thoughts on adopting a dog-- a must read for ALL, adults as well as children. Pet therapy-- such a vital service so well explained.My only problem was my strong desire to want to read on. I do realize the targeted audience; I guess I'm just a big 5 year old.My sincere congratulations and thanks for a work that should be in every school library as well as in every home.Dr. Ed O'Neill