Maggie

Diane Lee Ladouceur, Helle Urban

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Shine Bright Books
11 April 2024

Ever wonder what service dogs do? Maggie visits Alison's classroom where Miss Thomson teaches how service animals help people. Classmates also get the opportunity to improve their literacy skills by reading a book to Maggie.

By: Diane Lee Ladouceur
Illustrated by: Helle Urban
Imprint: Shine Bright Books
Dimensions: Height: 216mm, Width: 279mm, Spine: 6mm
Weight: 408g
ISBN: 9798218362096
Pages: 34
Publication Date: 11 April 2024
Recommended Age: From 4 to 8 years
Audience: Children/juvenile , English as a second language
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Diane Lee LaDouceur has worked as a corporate marketing manager. Her life took a different path when her premature daughter Alison was born and suffered from a blood bleed on her brain and seizures, leading to years of learning challenges. A passionate advocate for children with disabilities, rescue animals, and young adult education, Diane has founded several organizations that support and champion these causes. Helle Urban has been an artist and illustrator for forty-plus years, both working in the animation industry and in fine art through illustration. She earned her bachelor of fine arts degree from Art Center College of Design and has received numerous children's book awards for her illustration work in over twelve books.

Reviews for Maggie

"""This beautiful book explores the relationship between humans and dogs and how it can encourage growth and learning."" -Lisa Mink McGowan, Owner of Therapooch LMFT, RPTS, CAAPTS, Author of KoKo and Mocha ""A beautifully illustrated picture book and a tenderly sweet story that will be enthusiastically embraced by those who understand the precious gift we call dog."" -Ashley Erlig, Puppy Raiser and Service Dog Handler ""My service dog Buddy, featured in this book, is my friend and trusted partner. He brings a lot of joy, connection, and support to my days. I feel more confident with Buddy by my side."" -Hawk Polo Johnson"