Madeline finn and the therapy dog - lisa papp

Madeline Finn is training her dog Star to become a therapy dog.

Will they pass the test? A beautiful story of empathy, perseverance, and community from Lisa Papp.

Madeline Finn and Star are off to Walker Oaks, a retirement community where Star will take his tests to become a therapy dog.

Accompanied by Mom, Mrs.

Dimple, and Bonnie the library dog, Madeline and Star make their way through a variety of challenges and meet several new friends.

But Madeline Finn cant stop thinking about an elderly man in a wheelchair who never smiles.

Is there something she and Star can do to help? Author-illustrator Lisa Papps empathetic, feel-good story explores the therapy dog training process and provides a realistic and appealing example of a young person making a difference.

Paired with warm, gentle illustrations, this book is ideal for social emotional learning and discussions about self-esteem, volunteering, community, and--of course--therapy animals.