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Because of Winn-Dixie
(A Beloved Middle-Grade Classic About Friendship, Family, and a Dog That Changes Everything - For Kids Ages 9-12 in Grades 4-7)
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See moreTen-year-old India Opal Buloni describes her first summer in the town of Naomi, Florida, and all the good things that happen to her because of her big ugly dog Winn-Dixie.
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The #1 New York Times bestseller and beloved classic includes an afterword from the author.
One summer’s day, ten-year-old India Opal Buloni goes down to the local supermarket for some groceries—and comes home with a dog. But Winn-Dixie is no ordinary dog. It’s because of Winn-Dixie that Opal begins to make friends. And it’s because of Winn-Dixie that she finally dares to ask her father about her mother, who left when Opal was three. In fact, as Opal admits, just about everything that happens that summer is because of Winn-Dixie.
This book is (I hope) a hymn of praise to dogs, friendship, and the South, Kate DiCamillo said of her best-selling debut novel, which has been awarded a Newbery Honor, translated into nearly thirty languages, and turned into a major motion picture. The story of a preacher’s daughter named Opal whose life is transformed by a scruffy dog named Winn-Dixie continues to touch the hearts of readers of all ages.
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Because of Winn-Dixie by Kate DiCamillo has been praised for its engaging protagonist and the charming bond between a girl and her dog, set in the vibrant backdrop of Florida. Reviewers appreciate its mix of magical realism and humour, creating a heartfelt narrative about friendship and community. The book's craftsmanship is likened to an exquisite tapestry of individual stories woven into a captivating whole, resonating with both children and adults.
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INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781536214352
Publisher: Candlewick Press,U.S.
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 26 January 2021
Country: United States
Imprint: Candlewick Press,U.S.
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 13.0mm
Width: 130.0mm
Height: 195.0mm
Weight: 147g
Pages: 192
About the Author
Kate DiCamillo says of writing BECAUSE OF WINN-DIXIE, "I was living in an apartment where no dogs were allowed. As a result, I was suffering from a serious case of 'dog withdrawal.' One night, before I went to sleep, I heard this little girl's voice (with a Southern accent) say, 'I have a dog named Winn-Dixie.' When I woke up the next morning, the voice was still talking, and I started writing down what India Opal Buloni was telling me. The book is (I hope) a hymn of praise to dogs, friendship, and the South."
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