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Because of Winn-Dixie
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Because of Winn-Dixie
by Kate DiCamilloLonely Opal spends her first summer in a new town - first adopting Winn-Dixis, a stray dog, then collecting stories about her new friends, and missing her absent mother. Whether because of Winn-Dixie or because she is growing up, Opal learns to come to terms with her loss. "A funny, poignant, and utterly genuine first novel." - Publishers Weekly
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Paperback Book | Grades 3-5
Grades 3-5 $4.95
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Because of Winn-Dixie
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Because of Winn-Dixie
by Kate DiCamillo
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Scholastic Summer Challenge Book Pick.
Share this heartwarming tale with the whole family! When Opal brings home a mangy dog she finds at the supermarket, she doesn't know what to expect. But with the lovable dog at her side, she finds herself part of a community, making unusual friends in her new home of Naomi, Florida. Page Turners Subtle humor and engaging characters are standouts in this award winner.
books;paperback books | Ages 9-12
Ages 9-12 $6.99
Interest Level:
4-6
Lexile Framework:
610L
Grade Level Equivalent:
4.1
Guided Reading Level:
R
Age:
9-12
Genre:
Realistic Fiction
Subject:
Friends and Friendship, Understanding Self and Others, Animal Stories
Free Teaching Resource: Because of Winn-Dixie Unit Plan
Ten-year-old India Opal Buloni's mother walked out on her seven years ago, and she's been asking about her ever since — so that she won't forget her mom. But when she moves to Naomi, Florida, and befriends a lively stray dog, the canine helps her meet some unusual characters who teach her about love, life, and forgiveness.
