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libkatie79's review against another edition
5.0
Heartfelt tale of a girl and the dog she's training as a service animal.
dogmomirene's review against another edition
5.0
Not only does this delightful children's book capture the magic a therapy dog can bring to the people he visits, the story also makes it clear that becoming a therapy dog takes practice. I especially love how the child Madeline Finn is the handler learning how to train her dog.
On Star's first birthday, Madeline Finn recalls how she and Star have been learning to greet people, ignore distractions, and remain neutral around other dogs. They're ready for the three test visits to a local retirement home.
During those three test visits, Madeline Finn identifies skills that she and Star could improve upon. She really wants her dog to pass the therapy dog test, and this book demonstrates how consistent training pays off.
The illustrations are beautiful. Soft pastels and neutral palettes highlight Star's white fluffiness. Madeline Finn carries her comfort bunny everywhere and wears the cutest little leggings that may or may not match her jumper, but who cares because she's so darn cute.
Looking forward to more adventures with Madeline Finn and Star! Thank you to NetGalley and Peachtree Publishing Company for providing a digital copy of this book to me. I will be purchasing a physical copy of this book for my collection.
On Star's first birthday, Madeline Finn recalls how she and Star have been learning to greet people, ignore distractions, and remain neutral around other dogs. They're ready for the three test visits to a local retirement home.
During those three test visits, Madeline Finn identifies skills that she and Star could improve upon. She really wants her dog to pass the therapy dog test, and this book demonstrates how consistent training pays off.
The illustrations are beautiful. Soft pastels and neutral palettes highlight Star's white fluffiness. Madeline Finn carries her comfort bunny everywhere and wears the cutest little leggings that may or may not match her jumper, but who cares because she's so darn cute.
Looking forward to more adventures with Madeline Finn and Star! Thank you to NetGalley and Peachtree Publishing Company for providing a digital copy of this book to me. I will be purchasing a physical copy of this book for my collection.
musingswithmiranda's review against another edition
Read with my students for our reading contest
taxiotis's review against another edition
5.0
When I saw this book, I knew I had to read it right away. I adored the last book. We have reading dogs at our library and the kids love them. This time, one of Bonny's pups is getting ready to become a certified therapy dog. With Madeline Finn by his side to practice and encourage him, will he pass his tests? Find out in this sweet and heartwarming sequel.
librarylove4eva's review against another edition
5.0
Very cute story about Star (Library Dog Bonnie's baby) who has been practicing being a therapy dog. There is a reluctant character in the senior living facility. Bringing back the story to the beginning with Madeline's reading reluctance was a nice touch.
abigailbat's review against another edition
This is a sure bet for dog lovers everywhere. Super cute and a great addition to this sweet series.
jbrooxd's review against another edition
5.0
[I received an electronic review copy of this book from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own.]
This whole series is spectacular. The illustrations make everything look sweet and hug-able. As with the first two books in the series, reading plays a role in the story along with Madeline and the dogs. I don't know that I could read this one out loud because I got choked up on nearly every page. Madeline is her usual sweet self, eager to see Star succeed in his training and eager to help out the residents at the retirement home. She's appropriately coached by the adults in her life, while still letting her be the star of the story and letting her make choices and figure things out. This series is always at the top of my picture book list. Don't miss the latest addition.
This whole series is spectacular. The illustrations make everything look sweet and hug-able. As with the first two books in the series, reading plays a role in the story along with Madeline and the dogs. I don't know that I could read this one out loud because I got choked up on nearly every page. Madeline is her usual sweet self, eager to see Star succeed in his training and eager to help out the residents at the retirement home. She's appropriately coached by the adults in her life, while still letting her be the star of the story and letting her make choices and figure things out. This series is always at the top of my picture book list. Don't miss the latest addition.
nicalyse's review against another edition
4.0
This is a book that feels soft. Wonderful and soothing, this is an excellent addition to the Madeline Finn series.