Saying Goodbye to LuLu
By Corinne Demas; Ard Hoyt (Illustrator)
(Little, Brown Books for Young Readers, Hardcover, 9780316702782, 40pp.)
Publication Date: June 2004
Other Editions of This Title: Paperback
Categories: Animals - Dogs, Animals - Pets, Social Issues - Death & Dying
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A young girl and her lovable dog, Lulu, are the best of friends and do everything together. As Lulu ages and starts to slow down the girl shows her compassion by making Lulu comfortable in her bed and helping to feed her. When Lulu dies the caring, young girl must comes to terms with her loss and find a way to say goodbye. This lyrical and touching story will tug at the heartstrings of all readers--young and old.
Corinne Demas owns a bearded collie named Argos. She has written numerous award-winning books for children, including The Disappearing Island and The Boy Who Was Generous With Salt.
Ard Hoyt is the proud owner of a mutt named Lickerish. He has illustrated several books for children, including I'm a Manatee, by John Lithgow.
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