Dog Heaven -- Cynthia Rylant, Hardcover

A comforting and playful exploration of a beloved dog's journey after a happy life on Earth.

In Newbery Medalist Cynthia Rylant's classic bestseller, the author comforts readers young and old who have lost a dog, as she did for cats in the bestselling companion book, CAT HEAVEN. Recommended highly by pet lovers around the world, DOG HEAVEN not only comforts but also brings a tear to anyone who is devoted to a pet. From expansive fields where dogs can run and run to delicious biscuits no dog can resist, Rylant paints a warm and affectionate picture of the ideal place God would, of course, create for man's best friend. The first picture book illustrated by the author, Dog Heaven is enhanced by Rylant's bright, bold paintings that perfectly capture an afterlife sure to bring solace to anyone who is grieving.

Author: Cynthia Rylant
Publisher: Blue Sky Press
Published: 08/01/1995
Pages: 40
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.00lbs
Size: 12.00h x 8.30w x 0.40d
ISBN: 9780590417013
Audience: Ages 4-8

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 3.4
Point Value: 0.5
Interest Level: Lower Grade
Quiz #/Name: 14985 / Dog Heaven


Review Citation(s):
Publishers Weekly 07/17/1995 pg. 228
Booklist 08/01/1995 pg. 1956
School Library Journal 10/01/1995 pg. 115
Hornbook Guide to Children 07/01/1995 pg. 43 - Recommended, Satisfactory
Kirkus Review - Children 07/01/1995 pg. 951

About the Author
Cynthia Rylant has written more than 100 books, including Dog Heaven, Cat Heaven, and the Newbery Medal-winning novel Missing May. She lives with her pets in Oregon.
Cynthia Rylant has written more than 100 books, including Dog Heaven, Cat Heaven, and the Newbery Medal-winning novel Missing May. She lives with her pets in Oregon.