Rescue and Jessica: A Life-Changing Friendship by Jessica Kensky (English) Paper

Description: Rescue and Jessica: A Life-Changing Friendship by Jessica Kensky, Patrick Downes, Scott Magoon "An inspiring tale of compassion and perseverance." —Booklist (starred review)Rescue thought hed grow up to be a Seeing Eye dog, but when he gets the news that hes better suited to being a service dog, hes worried that hes not up to the task. Then he meets Jessica, a girl whose life is turning out differently than the way shed imagined it, too. Now Jessica needs Rescue by her side to help her accomplish everyday tasks. And it turns out that Rescue can help Jessica see after all: a way forward, together, one step at a time. Based on a real-life partnership, this 2019 Schneider Family Book Award Winner features an endnote from the authors about service dogs, including their real-life best friend and black lab, Rescue. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Author Biography Jessica Kensky and Patrick Downes are a married couple who were both injured during the Boston Marathon bombing in 2013. Jessicas service dog, Rescue, joined their family in 2014. Jessica Kensky and Patrick Downes live in Cambridge, Massachusetts.Scott Magoon has been designing, writing, and illustrating books for young readers since 2003. He lives in Reading, Massachusetts. Review This sensitively told version—written with her husband, who also lost a leg in the bombing—highlights her relationship with the gallant Rescue.—The New York Times Book ReviewThis riveting story about the relationship between a disabled girl and her black lab service dog is based loosely on Kenskys own experiences as a double amputee...Throughout, the reader is treated to fascinating details on the many tasks service dogs can accomplish and, more important, how Jessica and Rescue saved each other. An inspiring tale of compassion and perseverance.—Booklist (starred review)Magoons digital illustrations are a lovely accompaniment to the text, providing rich detail to the spare story, and the scenes of Jessica and Rescue playing and working with the Boston skyline as a backdrop only add to the poignancy. This is a strong selection for any collection, and stories about working dogs never get old; this will be appreciated and enjoyed by a wide variety of young people.—School Library JournalMagoon uses dark backgrounds to symbolize Jessicas sadness and fear, but scenes with Rescue are open and bright; with Rescue nearby, even the night after her second amputation is lightened (via lamplight and stars). An authors note reveals that both are survivors of the 2013 Boston Marathon bombing and includes information on National Education for Assistance Dog Services, the organization that trained Rescue. A gentle introduction to service dogs and acquired disability.—Kirkus ReviewsThe quiet and stirring text pairs beautifully with the art, which uses color and white space to convey time, meaning, and emotion with great effect...In the main text, Jessicas injuries are not explained; the story instead focuses on the power and comfort that comes from her relationship with her service dog.—The Horn BookKensky and Downes streamline their characters medical ordeal and her process of learning to walk again, highlighting the moments of quiet victory as well as those of despair. Magoons (I Have a Balloon) realistic digital illustrations poignantly capture these experiences, offering images of the girl and dog that emphasize the fact that theirs is a mutual rescue. The artist, who like the authors is a Boston resident, provides affectionate, sunlit glimpses of that city—including one featuring a mother duck swimming with her ducklings.—Publishers WeeklyRenewal of a more poignant sort transpires in the affecting pages of "Rescue & Jessica"... Scott Magoons colorful digital illustrations are pitch-perfect here: detailed enough to convey a sense of reality, yet softened and stylized in a way that will make the emotional intensity bearable for children ages 5 to 9. Young readers may also be delighted by the tasks that Rescue and dogs like him can perform, from fetching a ringing cellphone and opening the fridge to knowing exactly when his human needs consolation.—The Wall Street JournalBased on the real-life story of Rescue and Jessica, this story of courage, adaptation, and a positive attitude to overcoming obstacles is thoroughly inspiring.—Kendal A. Rautzhans "Books to Borrow" Details ISBN1536203017 Author Scott Magoon Pages 32 Audience Age 5-9 Language English Year 2021 Illustrator Scott Magoon ISBN-10 1536203017 ISBN-13 9781536203011 Publisher Candlewick Press,U.S. Format Paperback Imprint Candlewick Press,U.S. Place of Publication Massachusetts Country of Publication United States Publication Date 2021-03-02 AU Release Date 2021-03-02 NZ Release Date 2021-03-02 US Release Date 2021-03-02 UK Release Date 2021-03-02 Audience Children / Juvenile We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:131360208;

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