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Pups make great read

Chicago Parent Editorial Team
By Chicago Parent Editorial Team

Brandy and Val are two rescue dogs that found their way into a home in Palatine. The Hurricane Katrina survivors are now the stars of a series of books. The “Real Dogs with Real Tales” stories are compact board books with easy-turn tabs that make the books appeal to toddler, entry-level readers and motor-skill challenged children. The pages are photos of the labradors hanging out around the house, doing the things that dogs do. “Brandy and Val” books, by author Ilene Fine, are available for $14.95 at www.amazon.com.

Chicago Parent Editorial Team
Chicago Parent Editorial Team
Since 1984, the Chicago Parent editorial team is trained to be the go-to source for Chicagoland families, offering a rich blend of expert advice, compelling stories, and the top local activities for kids. Renowned for their award-winning content, the team of editors and writers are dedicated to enriching family life by connecting parents with the finest resources and experiences our community has to offer.
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