When a fire divides the community, a new minister unfairly blames Judd, Marty’s dog’s former, abusive owner. Marty wonders why people can’t see that Judd has changed?
Topics Dogs. Family life. West Virginia. Clergy. Prejudices. Christmas. House fires.
SRC Level 7.300000
SRC Points 12.000000
Lexile 940L
Trim Size 5 1/2" x 8 1/4"
JLG Span Fall
Language English
Rights type Print
Publication date 2015-09-21
JLG Release Date Dec 2015
Minimum grade 3
Maximum grade 5
Reading level Elementary
Format Print
Upper Elementary Fiction (Grades 3-5)
Upper Elementary Fiction
Upper Elementary Fiction (Grades 3-5)
For Grades 3-5
A collection of longer-format novels for readers ready to move beyond chapter books. These stories emphasize fun while beginning to explore deeper themes. With engaging plots and relatable characters, this category helps keep readers excited as they take the next step into longer, more immersive stories.