Yellow Dog

ISBN: 0889955468

Author: Korner, Miriam

Condition: Used

"Krner hits the mark exploring the passions of a young boy and his relationships... Heartwarming and optimistic."-- Kirkus Reviews"Krner, a Saskatchewan resident and sled dog owner, vividly portrays life in the Canadian north, including a shocking scene with a stray dog, and seeds the novel with authentic dog team culture and history. VERDICT Hand this touching coming-of-age adventure to fans of Gary Paulsen's Hatchet."-- School Library JournalJeremy lives in a small community where winters are long and stray dogs roam the streets. When peer pressure leads Jeremy into a bad prank, he is immediately struck with guilt -- and that's when his life changes forever. Trying to make amends, Jeremy befriends Yellow Dog and in the process meets a curious old man who introduces him to the adventures of dog sledding. Soon Jeremy is forming his own old-time dog team that includes Yellow Dog and in the process, discovers more about himself -- and the old man -- than he ever thought possible.A Manitoba Young Readers' Choice Awards nominee for 2018On CCBC's Best Books for Kids and Teens starred selectionA VOYA Magazine Top Shelf Fiction Award Winner for 2017