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Summary: Short and Sweet
Review: I didn't feel that this book lived up to the hype it's been getting. I've read so many books about plucky misfit girls with weird names, it's practically a genre, and one that has been handled more adeptly elsewhere. The book moves along quickly and simply, and is probably good for kids who might not normally read for pleasure. It's good for sharing with the whole family. But I don't think it's the richly-nuanced piece of literature that so many others seem to think it is.
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Summary: A Great Read- Not for Children Only!
Review: I am constantly reminded as I read my children's books, or read their books aloud to them, how wonderful is the arena of children's literature. A humorous story about a young girl rescuing a stray dog from untimely fate of the pound, seems like a simple story. However, the underlying layers of depth that can be found here are amazing and Kate DiCamillo does that just right for me. Her characters, with their quirky natures, seem like people I have known or would like to meet. Her sense of a dog's world is insightful and delightful. The deeper themes of friendship, prejudice, definition of "family", the human animal bond and love-loving what we have while we have it, ring true for all ages and spur us all on to reflect upon our own lives. Because of Winn Dixie is a warm fuzzy, a soft hug, a delightful read surely NOT to be missed.
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Summary: The Best Book I've Read!!!!!
Review: This was a really good book. I shared it with my mom who read it after me. It was nice being able to talk about it with each other after she finished it. I had trouble not giving away what was going to happen in the book. It is a feel good book. Read it for yourself, then share it with your parents and friends then you guys can all talk about it together. India Opal (the main character) found the dog at the Winn-Dixie grocery store, this is how she named the dog "Winn-Dixie". Winn-Dixie may not be the most handsome dog on the block, but he is a dog that will win your heart (so says my mom). This is a good family book. Read it today!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Summary: Wonderful -- Heartwarming!
Review: A wonderfully pleasant read. A heartwarming storyline with a lovable variety of characters and themes crafted in easy-to-read sentances and paragraphs. Highly recommended for readers from ages 6 - 106!
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Summary: Because of Winn Dixie
Review: This is a book about a girl called India Opal Buloni (strange name) and a dog called Winn Dixie (silly name). They live in Watley with her father. and they move to Naomi,Floride. then Opal meet Otis, a pet shop owner and Gloria Dump, a old woman like the witch. Opal also have some friend are Sweetie Pie and Amanda. She has two bad boy neighbor, are Stevie and Dunlap. in Naomi, there are many event happen. Opal want her mother back them. at last, they have a party in Gloria's house and Opal become friends with Stevie and Dunlap.
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Summary: Because of Winn Dixie
Review: Because of Winn Dixie is a very touching book. It is about a girl named India Opal Buloni who just moved to Naomi, Florida from Watley. Her father the preacher sends her to the market, and when she gets there she hears commotion in the produce aisle so she goes over to see what is going on, when she gets there, she sees a dog, prancing around, and having the time of its life. The manager was steaming with anger while trying to get the dog. When he finally got the dog he asked if it belonged to anyone. Since nobody claimed the dog, India did! Her dad let her keep it, and the dog helped her meet new people, and have a better experience in Naomi. I loved the book, and if you read it you will too!
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Summary: A great book to read over the summer!
Review: I loved this book. The story is about a dog named Winn Dixie and a girl named Opal. Opal finds Winn Dixie at a grocery store and that's how he gets his name. There are lots of great characters in this story like Gloria Dump, an old woman who befriends Winn Dixie and Opal, and is like a mother to the motherless Opal. Another fun character is Franny Block who is the owner of a bookstore. Gloria and Franny become good friends with Opal and they share many stories with her, and with you when you read this book! I like the book because it's funny and fun to read.
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Summary: A great read-aloud for all!!
Review: This is a little gem of a book. It can be used as a read-aloud for Second grade through Adults. It"s a poignant look at life in rural Florida through the words of a delightfully charming little girl. Ms. Dicamillo's simple and poetic words make this one a natural to be shared with kids you love. I use it all the time for children from 2nd grade to 6th grade as a travelling storyreader in schools. I have recieved many letters from children raving about this one. Thank you Kate Dicamillo for your great little book!
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Summary: Friendship, love & honesty
Review: This is one of the best children's books I've ever read. It's a touching story that brings home its message with honesty, caring, humor, and a touch of magic. It tells the story of how we all face burdens, yet some of the most wonderful blessings are right in front of us if we'll open our eyes and hearts.
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Summary: Because of Winn-Dixie
Review: It's huge, it's hairy, it's a . . dog named Winn-Dixie. One day a girl named Opal goes to a grocery store for tomatoes, white rice, and macaroni & cheese, but comes back with a dog. Soon Opal finds herself making friends with a librarian, a store owner and a sweet old lady. When Opal reads Gone With the Wind to Gloria Dump (the old lady) she gets a great idea. When Winn-Dixie runs away because of his fear of thunder stores it is up to Opal to find him. I think the author was trying to say don't think you can't do thinks if something is wrong in your life. Because Opal lost her mom and she thought she could not make any friends. But that was only until she found Winn-Dixie. My opinion of the book is it was the best book I have ever read because Opal moved away from her old friends just like I had to. I would recommend this book to the fourth grade reading level and above.
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