Red Deer Press introduces its first Early Chapter Books that open new worlds for striving, independent readers, ages 7 - 9.
Red Deer's first Early Chapter Book, Tizzy and Me: Fifteen Ways to Love a Mink is a funny, endearing, and page-turning story of friendship and learning how to stand up for what you believe in.
On the first snowy day of school, seven-year-old Georgia is upset to discover that her best friend Winona is wearing a coat made with real fur. What comes next is a battle to help her friend understand and Georgia — with the comforting presence of her dog, Tizzy — must find a way to make things right. As the two girls learn more about animals that live in fur farms, they realize they must stand up for them — but how can they help the minks and make a difference?
This is N.M.L. Hazard's first book for children and features black-and-white spot illustrations from acclaimed illustrator Alice Priestley. This is a contemporary "Ramona the Pest" book for today's newly independent readers.
N.M.L. Hazard is a writer, educator and a veterinarian. She is the author of The Nap-Away Motel, a novel for adult readers. She lives with her family in Toronto.
Alice Priestley's illustrations have appeared in more than a dozen picture books as well as children's novels including The Light Keeper, Mom Marries Mum!, Together and Hush, Mama Loves You. She lives in Toronto with her family.
"Tizzy and Me is a warm, engaging read with a strong moral centre. This book is a wonderful holiday gift for the young animal lover in your life, but it's also worth purchasing to donate to your local school or library. While intended for a younger audience, the book's message of kindness will resonate with readers of all ages."
— The Fur-Bearers (the Association for the Protection of Fur-bearing Animals)
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