Jim's Dog Muffins
by Miriam Cohen
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Author: Miriam CohenIllustrator: Ronald Himler
Edition: Paperback
Audio: English (Original Language); English (Unknown); English (Published)
Published: 2008-02-01
ISBN: 1595721002
Number of pages: 32
Reading Level: Ages 4-8
Publisher: Star Bright Books
Book Reviews of Jim's Dog Muffins
Book Review: I read this book when I was young...
Summary: 5 Stars
I can see the other reviewer's point of view in feeling that this book may be inappropriate for her first grader but I read this book when I was young. I was probably about the same age. I believe it is an excellent book that helped me to understand death and the feelings and actions that go with it before I actually experienced it. I think it is better for children to read it and understand it before they NEED to read it. It opened up a forum for great conversation with my parents and helped me understand the cycle of life. I think it is an excellent book and not inappropriate at all. Again, I stress that every child should read a book like this before they NEED to read it.
Summary of Jim's Dog Muffins
When Jim returns to school after his dog, Muffins, is hit by a garbage truck and dies, the first-graders try to share his loss and ease his pain. But Jim refuses to talk or even let anyone come near him. He does not participate in any school activities and mopes about, thinking of his beloved dog. Jim does not even choose a book when everybody else sits down to read! The wise teacher points out that Jim may need more time to feel his grief.However, on the way home from school, Paul cheers Jim up by offering him a slice of pizza and the chance to talk about his dog. Through tears of joy and sadness, Jim finally opens up and shares a sweet memory of Muffins.
This reissue deals sensitively with the way children experience loss. New watercolor illustrations by Ronald Himler give the children unique personalities and help readers empathize with their experiences.
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