Book details
The Trouble with Tuck: The Inspiring Story of a Dog Who Triumphs Against All Odds
Description
Available for the first time in a Yearling edition, the classic, inspiring story of a dog who triumphs against all odds, by the bestselling author of The Cay.Helen adored her beautiful golden Labrador from the first moment he was placed in her arms, a squirming fat sausage of creamy yellow fur. As her best friend, Friar Tuck waited daily for Helen to come home from school and play. He guarded her through the long, scary hours of the dark night. Twice he even saved her life.Now it's Helen's turn. No one can say exactly when Tuck began to go blind. Probably the light began to fail for him long before the alarming day when he raced after some cats and crashed through the screen door, apparently never seeing it. But from that day on, Tuck's trouble--and how to cope with it--becomes the focus of Helen's life. Together they fight the chain that holds him and threatens to break his spirit, until Helen comes up with a solution so new, so daring, there's no way it can fail.From the Trade Paperback edition.
Age
8-12
Text complexity
proficient
Length
128 pages
Why to read
- The book provides an opportunity for readers to experience a range of emotions, from joy to sadness, and learn valuable life lessons about empathy, compassion, and resilience through the characters' journey.
- Readers, especially children, can learn about the important issues of pet care, responsibility, and the impact of disabilities on both humans and animals, as the story deals with Tuck's blindness and the adjustments needed to cope with it.
- Written by acclaimed author Theodore Taylor, The Trouble with Tuck has received recognition for its storytelling, including the Dorothy Canfield Fisher Children's Book Award, making it a reputable choice for readers seeking quality literature.
- The Trouble with Tuck is a heartwarming story that showcases the unbreakable bond between a dog and its owner, demonstrating how loyalty and love can overcome even the most challenging obstacles.