Finding Homeis book 1 in the warm, confidencebuilding early reader series about rescue pets learning how to belong in a new family.
Told in short, accessible chapters and supported by fullcolor illustrations throughout, the series is designed to help beginning readers build fluency while exploring themes of friendship, kindness, and home.
InFinding Home, shelter dogs Moose and Bear are patiently waiting to be adopted. While at the shelter, they become fast friendsand when Cathy decides to take them both home, their new life begins.
As they adjust to unfamiliar routines and a new family, Moose and Bear discover what it really means to belong, and their friendship grows stronger with every small step forward.
Gentle and reassuring in tone,The Rescueswill appeal to readers who enjoy classic early reader series likeHenry and Mudge, with relatable moments, short chapters, and lovable animal characters.
The series is perfect for emergent readers and continues withThe Rescues: Best Day Ever (The Rescues #2).
Tommy Greenwaldis the author of many popular books for children; this is his first book for early readers. ForCharlie Greenwald,Finding Homeis his debut publication. The Greenwald family has had four rescue dogs Moose, Coco, Abby, and Momo who inspired this series. (They have not had a dog named Bear but give it time.
Shiho Pateis a California-based illustrator with experience in the gaming field. She is passionate about childrens book illustration and has published several books with more in the pipeline. Shiho lives with her husband and daughter. Her family used to include a beloved Jack Russell terrier named Russel.