Leo's Dogs (Swahili-English)

Leo's Dogs is the heartwarming story of a boy adjusting to a new life. Beautifully illustrated, this book will appeal to children of all ages. Moving to a new home isn't easy for Leo. He is trying to learn a new language and make friends. Leo also misses the dog he had to leave behind. Things turn around when Leo gets a chance to read to rescue dogs in an animal shelter. This book is available in English-only and many bilingual editions and includes teacher resources and English audio.

This book is part of the Language Lizard Living in Harmony collection which helps explain concepts of diversity, kindness, and friendship.

Advanced Praise for Leo's Dogs: "Kids will relate to Leo's worries, and cheer for his well-earned happy ending."Christy Meisler, Cambridge Public Library"Leo's journey with the shelter dogs beautifully demonstrates the reciprocal nature of kindness. By sharing his love and attention with the dogs, he not only helps them, but also finds joy and improvement in his own life."Christine Ziegler, Foster Dog Mom, NJ"Many of my students will see themselves in this heartwarming story as they watch a little boy adjust to living in a new country and making it his home as he learns another language. The illustrations of a variety of dogs are delightful."Mary Karen Engel, 2nd Grade Teacher"Leo's Dogs is a hope filled story about adapting to a new life using perseverance and problem-solving skills."Ann Woodman, Children's Librarian, MA"The heartwarming illustrations in Leo's Dogs beautifully capture the bond between a boy and the dogs he reads to at a shelter. The dogs' unconditional love helps Leo improve his English skills while he helps them stay hopeful." Kerry Mooney, President, Brendan's Meadows Rescue"Leo's Dogs is a sweet story to which children can relate. Missing a beloved pet is a universal emotion."Elizabeth Kiely, Children's Librarian, MA

Ellen Skowronski has taught English and Spanish in the US and abroad. She loves spending time with her family and two rescue cats. Leo's Dogs is dedicated to her husband, his childhood dog in Argentina, and all the shelter pets who find a forever home in our hearts. Maria Russo is an artist, book illustrator, and animal lover, currently living in Spain. Her distinctive illustrations are also in Fresh as a Daisy: Nature Idioms and Who Are We?

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