Alice Eloise's Silver Linings

By Sarah Kathryn Frey, Kit Laurence Nacua (illustrator),

Book cover of Alice Eloise's Silver Linings: The Story of a Silly Service Dog

Book description

How can you stay positive in the face of adversity? A service dog in training learns that how we face challenges can be bigger than the challenges themselves. Inspire kids to see the positive side of life with this heartwarming puppy dog tale. If we dream big and believe in…

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Another uplifting, “pawsitive,” diversity-inclusive book based on a real-life service dog! This wonderful story reminds kids to look for the silver linings in life, believe in themselves, and never give up. Readers will cheer for Alice Eloise as she overcomes obstacles and works hard to become the perfect silly service dog for her girl. Author Sarah Katherine Frey has overcome numerous health obstacles in her life, yet she always looks for the silver lining. Help promote empathy and disability inclusion in readers by joining Frey and Alice Eloise “on their journey as they go on adventures with a smile and…

From Michal's list on children’s books about service dogs.

I look for passion in an author’s voice. I found it in this stunning new book. Sarah Kathryn Frey has a heartfelt story to tell, but unlike other stories, this one is narrated by her dog, Alice Eloise. Rather than dwell on her disability, the author stresses that, if we look for it, there is always a silver lining. Her “silly service dog” takes us through her own trials and training. The dog is learning to take care of her beloved Sarah while remaining her silly self. Children will enjoy Alice Eloise’s antics—especially her restraint in learning not to dive…

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