Rivers: Diary of a Blind Alaska Racing Sled Dog

By Mike Dillingham

Book Overview

A chance encounter on a chilly, rainy day started a heartwarming adventure for a blind dog and a human. This is Rivers' diary of that adventure; becoming pain free and dealing with his disappointments while learning to interact with humans. Rivers tells of a blind dog's efforts to overcome his challenges and achieve his destiny. Rivers is a tale of the bond between a dog and a man, of courage, friendship, loyalty and adventure. It is full of positive messages for both young and old. Rivers takes place in that mystical land called Alaska, where sled dog racing is the state sport, dogs are considered athletes, and mushers are their coaches.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1888125896
• ISBN13: 9781888125894
• Release Date: April 2018
• Publisher: Publication Consultants
• Length: 160 Pages
• Weight: 0.53 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 5.0" x 8.5"
• Age Range: 9 to 11 years
• Grade Range: Grades 4 to 6

Customer Reviews

Oustanding 2 !

After reading Book 1 I couldn't resist to start reading Book 2 as soon as possible. One feels at home with Rivey and all the adventures he has are amazing, considering he's blind. I loved Xmas and Lakota and Nitro. What a team they are. And even better, he really answers his e-mail!

rivers - racing sled dog

I went to great lengths to get this book. It is a beautiful story, but the read was spoiled for me by all the errors in grammar, usage, suffixes and wrong words in places. I can't see how it has gone through three printings without someone pointing this out - after all, it is recommended for young people, and we are trying to get them to write and speak correctly!! Please, Mike, get yourself a proofreader!! The word "of" was used throughout the book where it should have been "have", ie "would of" for "would have".

heartwarming story

wow what a heartwarming story for parents to read to their children. It is especially wonderful for parents with children who have special needs. It shows how no matter what you can achieve your dreams....what a positive message