Secondhand Dogs — Content Guide for Parents
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PRESENTContains references to prayer and church attendance. A minister character plays a supporting role in two chapters.
About this book
A heartwarming--and heart-tugging--middle grade novel about love, loyalty, and what it means to be part of a family--from author Carolyn Crimi, with adorable illustrations by Melissa Manwill. Perfect for fans of A Dog's Life and Because of Winn-Dixie.
Miss Lottie's home was for second chances.
When she adopted Gus, Roo, Tank, and Moon Pie, Miss Lottie rescued each member of the pack--including herself, her helper, Quinn, and her reclusive cat, Ghost--and turned them into a family. But when a new dog, Decker, arrives and tries to hoard Miss Lottie's heart and home for himself, the pack's future is threatened.
At first, Gus, the insecure pack leader, only notices little things, like tiny Moon Pie being kicked out of the bed and Ghost acting spooked (then again...Ghost is a cat). But things soon go from bad to worse as Decker's presence causes disharmony in the group.
When Decker convinces Moon Pie to embark on an impossible journey, it's up to Gus to gather his courage, rally his splintered pack, and bring the little dog home. And with coyotes and cars on the loose, the pack must push through obstacles and dangers to reunite with Moon Pie before he can get hurt--or, nearly as bad, get his heart broken.
Frequently asked questions
Is Secondhand Dogs appropriate for a 7-year-old?
There is no evidence of violence in 'Secondhand Dogs'. The narrative focuses on themes of love, loyalty, and family, with no mention of physical violence or harm to characters. No scary content is present in the book. The narrative is described as heartwarming and suitable for children, with no elements that would cause fear or distress.
Does Secondhand Dogs have violence?
There is no evidence of violence in 'Secondhand Dogs'. The narrative focuses on themes of love, loyalty, and family, with no mention of physical violence or harm to characters.
Does Secondhand Dogs have scary content?
No scary content is present in the book. The narrative is described as heartwarming and suitable for children, with no elements that would cause fear or distress.
Does Secondhand Dogs have religious themes?
No religious content is present in the book itself. The search results reference other works and reviews but do not indicate any religious themes or practices in 'Secondhand Dogs'.
Does Secondhand Dogs have racial/cultural content?
There are no explicit racial themes or discussions in 'Secondhand Dogs'. The search results do not indicate that race is a central theme or plot point in the book.
Does Secondhand Dogs have profanity?
No profanity is mentioned in 'Secondhand Dogs'. The book is intended for a young audience and does not include inappropriate language.
Does Secondhand Dogs have climate change?
No climate themes are present in 'Secondhand Dogs'. The content focuses on the relationships between dogs and humans rather than environmental issues.
Does Secondhand Dogs have sexual identity?
No sexual content is present in 'Secondhand Dogs'. The book is described as appropriate for children aged 8-12, focusing on heartwarming themes rather than sexual themes.
Does Secondhand Dogs have gender roles?
The book does not actively discuss or critique gender roles. While it features a dog character, Gus, as a role model, it does not delve into themes of gender expectations or roles.
Does Secondhand Dogs have lgbtq+ themes?
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are mentioned in the book 'Secondhand Dogs' by Carolyn Crimi. The search results do not provide any relevant content regarding LGBTQ+ representation in the book.
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