Dog’s Best Friend (Must Love Pets #4)
Written by Saadia Faruqi
Illustrated by Anoosha Syed
Published by Scholastic Paperbacks
All paws on deck!
Imaan and her friends London and Olivia are excited to take on their newest pet sitting client: a fluffy rescue dog named Candy. Candy isn’t like any of their previous clients. This poor pup is quiet, nervous, and a little sad. The girls decide that what Candy needs is to be cheered up in a major way.
But how to turn a dog frown upside down? Imaan isn’t sure, but she’s willing to try anything! Even getting Candy some baby chick BFFs. If Imaan can win over Candy, then surely her mom will finally see that she’s ready for a dog of her very own!
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Publication Date: September 2023
Available As: Paperback, eBook
Middle Grade, Age 08 or older
Community Represented: Pakistani/Pakistani American
Themes: Animals, Cross-Group Friendship, Cultural Empowerment & Joy: Friendship, Family Relationship: Grandparents, Family Relationship: Parents, Generation: 2nd, Own Voices/Lived Experience
Setting: United States (California)
Character's Place in the Immigration Journey: 2nd Generation
Book Creator(s) Connection to the Community Represented: Own Voices/Lived Experience
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