Status
Available
Call number
Publication
Candlewick (2009), Edition: Reprint, 182 pages
Description
The heartwarming 'tail' of a young girl whose life is changed by a scruffy, fun-loving pooch she names Winn-Dixie. The special bond between them works magic on her reserved dad and the eccentric townspeople they meet during one unforgettable summer.
User reviews
LibraryThing member aakauff
In this film adaption of Kate DiCamillo’s award-winning children’s book of the same name, Opal is trying to adjust to her new town in Florida. With a preacher father and a missing mother, Opal is looking for some friendship when she discovers a scruffy, homeless dog in the supermarket. Naming
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him Winn-Dixie (after the supermarket, of course), the pair embark on a memorable summer together. With a warm storyline and gentle soundtrack, youngsters will love the animal-human bonding and mischievous adventures. At turns sad, sweet, and cute, Because of Winn-Dixie is ideal for family movie night or for educational viewing (using DiCamillo’s novel to compare and contrast). Recommended. For ages 7-14. Show Less
LibraryThing member librisissimo
Substance: Feel-good story about grade-school girl who makes friends because of "adopting" a lovable mutt. Suitable for 9-12 year olds but not other ages. Good production, but superficial story-line.
LibraryThing member SABC
Opal and her preacher father move to small town in Florida. There she becomes the owner of a scruffy stray dog she names Winn Dixie. Opal and Winn Dixie become very close, and their bond works magic with other townspeople they grow to know. Rated PG 106 minutes
LibraryThing member bl200329
Because of Winn-Dixie is a great read for girls that love story's about dogs. A little girl name Opal and her father which is a preacher that moves to a small town in Florida. Winn Dixie is a name of scruffy stray dog which she becomes the owner of. Thanks to Winn-Dixie's easygoing nature, he
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manages to introduce Opal to new friends. She realizes that her mom isn't coming back, but she has a father who loves her, friends who love her, potential friends to love her, and she'll be okay. This is a heart warming story that is a must read! Show Less
Original language
English
Original publication date
2005-01-26
ISBN
9780763644321