Grumpy 'ole Henry the Pug and the Christmas Blues

By KM Reid

Book Overview

Bring home a heartwarming holiday smile with "Grumpy 'ole Henry the Pug and the Christmas Blues "

While the holiday season is full of bright lights and singing, it can be a lot for a pup who is looking for his forever family in a sunny beach town. Henry: a lovable, squishy-faced old pug who went missing along the sandy shores, and is now a stray wishing for the greatest Christmas gift of all-a warm and loving new home All that waiting has made him just a little bit grumpy in the beach town, but underneath his wrinkly frown is a heart full of hope. Written with a cozy, engaging rhythm perfect for independent readers and families alike, this story follows Henry on the shore as he discovers that love, hugs, and true friendship are the best holiday magic of all.

Perfect for families, elementary classrooms, and holiday storytimes, this sweet book is an excellent tool to:

- Explore resilience and hope: Show young readers in a gentle way that it is completely okay to have "grumpy" moments when waiting for big, happy changes.

- Teach empathy and pet adoption: Help kids discover the joy of kindness, welcoming others, and what it means to open your heart to a pet in need.

- Spark warm family discussions: Create a safe space to talk about holiday wishes, belonging, and the true meaning of family.

Add this delightful tail-wagging tale to your Christmas reading list and find out if Henry gets his holiday wish by the sea Ideal for ages 6-8.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1734112514
• ISBN13: 9781734112511
• Release Date: September 2020
• Publisher: Reid for Read Publishing LLC
• Length: 36 Pages
• Weight: 0.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.5" x 8.5"
• Age Range: 6 to 8 years
• Grade Range: Grades 1 to 3