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Summary: Love That Book
Review: Love That Dog is purely awesome!!!
I think the main reason I love it is that it appeals to so many different types of people. It can appeal to poetry lovers, since it is written in poems and there are several famous examples at the back. It can appeal to poetry haters, because that is exactly what the "author" of the poems, Jack, is- a boy who considers poetry for sissies. It can appeal to teachers, because it gives you some great ideas for classroom studies of poetry. It can appeal to people who are looking for a humorous, touching book that's a quick read.
I have read it many times simply because it is so immensely enjoyable.
Buy this now- It's cheap, and I really don't think you'll ever regret it!
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Summary: Love That Dog By Sharon Creech
Review: Love That Dog By Sharon Creech Love That Dog is an inspirational book for poetry lovers. I think Sharon Creech has and outstanding sense of imagination. Her book has inspired me to read and write poetry. I would recommend this book for people that have a great sense of wonder and poetry. This book is wonderful for three reasons. One, because it inspires you to read and write poetry. Two, because it has some very famous writers writing their poetry. And three, because it is an easy book to read. I would rate this book from 1-10, 10 being the best, a ten. This is a ten for 1 reason; it is a good book for people of ages 10+. Well that is my review of the book Love That Dog. I hope you enjoy the book!
Brittany G.
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Summary: Great Introduction To Poetry!!!
Review: There is something in this book for everyone- teachers, parents, and kids. For teachers: an introduction to poetry. If you are just starting a unit on poems, read this first. It won't take you long, the kids will laugh, and you can refer to it for great ideas. For parents: Great bedtime story. You can probably read it in a night or two. Plus the whole family will get a kick out of it. For kids: Funny! You can relate to the main character, Jack in so many ways, too. Good book!!
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Summary: captured my inner child's heart
Review: wonderful book. sweet. no more only a child's book than poetry is only for children. you can read it quickly but it will continue to touch you for a long time.
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Summary: Love That Dog by Sharon Creech
Review: Love That Dog is written in the form of diary entries that read like short poems. The story is about a boy named Jack who begins keeping a journal while his teacher teaches a unit on poetry. Jack doesn't think he likes poems, or that he himself is writing poetry, until he receives feedback from his teacher. He also discovers that he has been using his poetry journal to explore his feelings about his dog who died. This is a quick and very moving book that can be read by kids who are ages 8 and up. Even grownups will like it! In the back, the author includes a section of famous poems written by well-known poets. She herself has written many other books and even won a Newbery Award for her book, Walk Two Moons. I love LOVE THAT DOG because it is sad and funny and you learn a lot about poetry.
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Summary: Sharon Creech is the queen of nifty
Review: This book is for everyone. It is funny and touching at the same time and comprehensible to all levels. It is a short book (took me fifteen minutes) yet you will read it dozens of times. It's worth its weight in gold. Click "buy" now!
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Summary: Great Book
Review: I loved this book. It's really sad though. I like how it's written in poetry form. I read it in about 45 minutes, because I couldn't put it down. I would recommend this book to EVERYONE!
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Summary: For Writers of all Ages
Review: My son bought this book because it has a dog on the cover. He read it at school before he brought it home and his face lit up as he told me it was the story of a boy who learns to like poetry. I never knew my son liked poetry. We read the book together last night and I was captivated. It mirrored my own tentative steps toward becoming a writer. Don't be put off because it is supposedly written for children. This book is a treasure of a gift for any writer, budding writer, writing teacher or dog lover in your life. Get one to keep for yourself, too!
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Summary: A Winner Book for Children and Adults Alike!
Review: In poetry form this book explores what happens
when a teacher introduces poetry to a young boy
in her class. Using the students poems as a way of communicating with his teacher, the author and winner of The Newberry Medal presents a delightful tale for young children. I think adults will also enjoy this book. And as an added bonus, in the back of the book are the poems which the teachers uses to illustrate her lessons. Do not miss this book if you or your child enjoys poetry or wants to try writing a bit. Even if you're not all that fond of this medium, see if this book doesnt' convince you to read a bit more or even take pen in hand and truy to create some of yoru own poems.
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Summary: Love That Dog Is Superb!
Review: I love Sharon Creech's books! Love That Dog has become one of my favorites for several reasons. First, it's an easy read. Reluctant readers will gladly pick it up to read. (It's short, but it's jam-packed with good stuff!) Second, the main character, who feels he's incapable of writing poetry, uses poetry to journal his learning of poetry! (The irony!) Kids who don't think they can write poetry can be encouraged from this. Teachers can use this book as a springboard to poetry. And finally, Love That Dog is simply a touching story. It made me cry. I think I might go read it again.
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