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| r. 4-6. Brad's first autumn in Oklahoma after leaving Chicago is full of great surprises. Instead of an apartment, the family lives in a house adjoining extensive woods, where Brad hopes to spot his first coyote. Just as he does, he sees hunters unleashing their greyhounds on their helpless prey. When a coyote pup appears one day, Brad decides to hide it and raise it as a pet. To do so, he has to learn what is best for the growing pup. Clearly an animal lover, Wallace allows Brad to be an adventurous boy who expresses great compassion for both wild and domesticated animals. Despite the hunting scene, the tone of the book is joyful, offering children a lighthearted escape into a young boy's dream adventure of experiencing wildlife. Wallace handles the ending with aplomb, infusing just a touch of sentimentality as Brad learns the importance of making an unselfish, conscientious decision supporting the natural balance and the principles of conservation. |
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| Grade 4-8-Observing the local coyote pack appeals to 12-year-old Brad, who has just moved from suburban Chicago to Oklahoma. However, local hunters who used to kill wolves in the area are now using their dogs to wipe out the only prey left-the coyotes. When he witnesses an attack on a coyote family, he rescues the only survivor, a pup, and hides it from his family, training and caring for it. On his birthday, Brad's father gives him a bird dog, and the jig is up. However, when the coyote becomes a better soccer player than Brad's older sister, the entire family is charmed. When a hunter shows up again, Brad risks his life to save his pets, but it becomes more and more obvious that the wild animal needs to be free. The boy's decision to take Scooter to a wildlife refuge is anguishing for him, and it isn't until autumn that he realizes the wisdom of his act. Wallace has developed some engaging and realistic characters. Brad is an honorable young man and his loyalty to and love for the coyote is finely drawn. The man who allows his dogs to tear apart the coyotes is truly remorseful at endangering Brad. Wallace has written a book that displays his talent for creating true-to-life young people and the lessons that they learn from nature. A great choice for all animal lovers. |
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| This is a book I bought for my son because he enjoys books by this author. So my son said the book deserves a four because while it is a good book it isn't his favorite book from this author. However, he said he would read it again, so it must be better than average. |
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