Heath, Gail: My Dog Fred

My dog Fred has a problem and Mom and Dad are upset. A fun-to-read short rhyming tale for all ages, "My Dog Fred" is a fun read! The words are easy to read, the rhymes are enjoyable, and children are entertained by the illustrations. The story follows a family and their pet dog, Fred, who has a problem. The family doesn't really know how to deal with it. However, by the end of it all, they figure it out, and the notion of compassion triumphs. Stories such as this reinforce the message of compassion. It is particularly important in this day and age, where values are constantly challenged by the overarching societal attitude. The best method to combat the constant challenges is to offer books like this so children can absorb information that comes with a positive message.

Gail Heath is the author/illustrator of children's books, NO TIME FOR FISHING and INSIDE ME, SOMETIMES (an Accelerated Reader book), INSIDE ME, SOMETIMES/A veces, dentro de mí, PONY RIDE and MY DOG FRED. Her articles, poems, and stories have been published in national and regional magazines as well as newspapers. Heath has been a recipient of the Santa Barbara Writer's Conference Award and a featured speaker at the Sundance Children's Festival.