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Paws+Edward / written by Espen Dekko ; illustrated by Mari Kanstad Johnsen.
Paws is tired. He just wants to rest. And to dream about the days when he used to chase rabbits. He still walks with Edward to the park twice a day, but only because Edward needs the fresh air. Until one day, Paws decides he doesn't want to go for another walk. He just wants to lie in Edward's bed
Record details
- ISBN: 1525301357
- ISBN: 9781525301353
- Physical Description: 1 volume (unpaged) : colored illustrations ; 26 cm
- Publisher: Toronto : Kids Can Press, 2019.
- Copyright: ©2019
Content descriptions
| General Note: | Translation of: P+E. |
| Immediate Source of Acquisition Note: | LSC 18.99 |
Search for related items by subject
| Subject: | Dreams > Juvenile fiction. Pets > Death > Juvenile fiction. Dogs > Juvenile fiction. Grief > Juvenile fiction. |
Available copies
- 1 of 1 copy available at Tsuga Consortium.
Holds
- 0 current holds with 1 total copy.
Show Only Available Copies
| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeshore Branch | GRO JP Dekko | 31681020124129 | PICTURE | Available | - |
- Baker & Taylor
A compassionate, circular exploration of death follows the experiences of a tired, faithful old dog who dreams about the rabbits he used to chase before passing away, leaving his devoted young boy to dream of the days his beloved dog used to chase rabbits. 15, first printing. - Grand Central Pub
Paws is tired. He just wants to rest. And to dream about the days when he used to chase rabbits. He still walks with Edward to the park twice a day, but only because Edward needs the fresh air. Until one day, Paws decides he doesn't want to go for another walk. He just wants to lie in Edward's bed. âPaws has walked and walked. His paws are heavy. Paws doesn't have to walk anymore. Paws doesn't have to do anything anymore.â And Paws falls asleep one last time, leaving Edward to dream of the days when Paws used to chase rabbits.
Espen Dekko's gently heartbreaking and heart-lifting story hits the perfect note as it explores death in an accessible, child-friendly, and nonfrightening way. By writing from the dog's perspective, Dekko makes it easier for children to understand and accept Paws's decline and death. Beginning with Paws dreaming of chasing rabbits and ending with Edward dreaming of Paws chasing rabbits, the story has a circular structure that is satisfying and reassuring, as it conveys the boy's acceptance of the loss of his beloved pet. Richly colored illustrations by Mari Kanstad Johnsen have a simultaneously retro and contemporary feel, perfectly highlighting the joy and love at the heart of this boy-dog relationship. This book is an excellent choice for any children --- or adults --- dealing with or talking about loss, or for lessons about the life cycle of living things. - Grand Central Pub
A heartbreaking and heart-lifting story of loss. Paws is tired. He just wants to rest. And to dream about the days when he used to chase rabbits. He still walks with Edward to the park twice a day, but only because Edward needs the fresh air. Until one day, Paws decides he doesn't want to go for another walk. He just wants to lie in Edward's bed. And there, Paws falls asleep one last time, leaving Edward to dream of the days when Paws used to chase rabbits.Sure to move readers of every age. A beautiful, simply told story about love and the conclusion of a life well spent.
