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Duke n' Matt: Rescue Road Warriors
Duke is a sweet, friendly, red beagle. He was rescued and adopted by his human, Matt, in 2009. Now they are a team! They are RESCUE ROAD WARRIORS! Every month, along with many other rescue volunteers, Duke and Matt jump in their "Beaglemobile" and drive their canine "passengers" to safe shelters, foster homes, and new adoptive families. Kids will meet Duke and Matt, learn what it's like to be a Rescue Road Warrior, and find out why these volunteers help rescue dogs, puppies, and sometimes other animals. Duke wants kids to learn about pets and rescue animals, so he's included eight special "Learn More" and "Fun Stuff" pages. All the photographs are actual pictures of rescue dogs, many that Duke and Matt helped to rescue and transport. Kids will love that Duke is the narrator of this real life, non-fiction rescue dog story. NOTE from the Duke 'n' Matt, Rescue Road Warriors was selected and used by the Youngstown (Ohio) School District's afterschool "STAR" tutoring program. Duke 'n' Matt, Rescue Road Warriors - easy to read · Part 1: Duke 'n' Matt, Rescue Road Warriors - Duke is so excited! He tells what it's like to be a Rescue Road Warrior. Kids will meet some of the dogs Duke and Matt helped to rescue. They will learn about pet transport and see lots of real photographs of rescue dogs. · Part 2: My Story - Duke tells the back story of his life as a shelter dog and his adoption by Matt. · Part 3: More About Rescue Dogs - Duke talks about dog health and care, and life for dogs in puppy mills. · Part 4: More about Matt talks about meeting Duke the first time. · Part 5: Duke's Do's and Don'ts - Duke talks about animal and pet care. He especially wants adults and kids to make good decisions before they become pet owners. · Part 6: Fun Stuff Pages - Duke says, "Here's more to learn and some fun stuff to do!" Included in this section are pages with special "rescue dog" vocabulary, a mapping skills page, some matching, look back in the book activities, AND a special page where kids can draw Duke a picture! These extended learning pages are great for kids, teachers, parents, and homeschooled students. Duke 'n' Matt, Rescue Road Warriors also falls into these · This is a true dog story for children ages 5-8, a preteen book for kids ages 9-12, a self-reading or read aloud story, a picture book, a photography book, and / or a beginning chapter book. · This is a non-fiction pet book for reading to children anytime, including bedtime. Available for kindle and paperback.
40 pages, Paperback
First published August 4, 2014
About the author
Rhonda Paglia
20 books62 followersRhonda Paglia has been an independently published author since 2013. Her first book, “The Little Lambs and the Very Special Mission,” is dedicated to and written in honor of the victims of the Sandy Hook Elementary School tragedy. ALL profits from the sale of the “Little Lambs” book goes to the “Angels in Charge Scholarship” for kids from Newtown (CT) High School. To date, $5,500.00 has been donated, and 4 students have received scholarships. Since the release of her first book, Rhonda, is thrilled and honored to have won several prestigious Indie Author Awards. She is a "Moms Choice Silver Award" recipient for her "Meeda and Me" early / beginner reader picture book series; a 2015 "Inkspokes Select Book Award" recipient for "Three Little Gnomes and a Boy Named Orion;" and a 2015 “Gittle List Top 10 Children's Picture Book Award" for "Grammy's Rockin' Color Rap-a-licious Rap." To date, she has authored 10 children's picture books and 2 middle grade non-fiction books.
In a former life, Ms. Paglia was an elementary teacher with the Hermitage School District, Hermitage, PA. She and her husband have three grown children, five grandchildren, and a little pup named Bella. "Grammy Pags," as she is now called, enjoys gardening, tap dancing, yoga, and writing stories for kids! She has authored 10 children's books, 8 of which she has also illustrated. She has recently released an “everyone” travel picture book titled, "A Journey Through Scotland." Ms. Paglia is a member of SCBWI, PennWriters, and WestPA Authors.
Visit Grammy Pags Stories at: www.rhondapagliaauthor.com
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Twitter: Rhonda Paglia @grammypags1
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In a former life, Ms. Paglia was an elementary teacher with the Hermitage School District, Hermitage, PA. She and her husband have three grown children, five grandchildren, and a little pup named Bella. "Grammy Pags," as she is now called, enjoys gardening, tap dancing, yoga, and writing stories for kids! She has authored 10 children's books, 8 of which she has also illustrated. She has recently released an “everyone” travel picture book titled, "A Journey Through Scotland." Ms. Paglia is a member of SCBWI, PennWriters, and WestPA Authors.
Visit Grammy Pags Stories at: www.rhondapagliaauthor.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/grammypagsstories
Twitter: Rhonda Paglia @grammypags1
Blog: rhondapaglia.blogspot.com
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April 5, 2015
Summary- Duke, a cute and friendly red beagle, tells the story of how he and his adopted human, Matt, help other animals by driving them all around the United States to be with their new families. Duke and Matt have been together since 2009. They rescue dogs from puppy mills, shelters and dogs that the owners can’t take care of anymore. This story tells kids how Duke and Matt work with many other volunteers to transport dogs to safe places.
What I Thought- This is a wonderful nonfiction story. It really makes you smile – partly because of the cute pictures of dogs in it, but also because of the happy story. It does mention puppy mills, but describes them in a kid-friendly way (the mommy dogs only have puppies, and they can’t leave their crates) – some of the dogs are not cared for correctly etc. Mrs. Paglia wrote a great story that informs you in a simple way about dog rescue, told from the point of view of Duke the beagle. The story covers a part of animal rescue that a lot of kids (and maybe some adults) don’t know about – how dogs are matched with adoptive or foster families, sometimes way across the country, and how the dogs get to their new families. There is a ton of resources in the back of the book that covers everything from what rescues are to definitions of terms to the geography of the United States! This is an uplifting, informative book that both adults and kids can enjoy.
*NOTE* I got a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review
What I Thought- This is a wonderful nonfiction story. It really makes you smile – partly because of the cute pictures of dogs in it, but also because of the happy story. It does mention puppy mills, but describes them in a kid-friendly way (the mommy dogs only have puppies, and they can’t leave their crates) – some of the dogs are not cared for correctly etc. Mrs. Paglia wrote a great story that informs you in a simple way about dog rescue, told from the point of view of Duke the beagle. The story covers a part of animal rescue that a lot of kids (and maybe some adults) don’t know about – how dogs are matched with adoptive or foster families, sometimes way across the country, and how the dogs get to their new families. There is a ton of resources in the back of the book that covers everything from what rescues are to definitions of terms to the geography of the United States! This is an uplifting, informative book that both adults and kids can enjoy.
*NOTE* I got a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review
April 13, 2017
Five glowing stars for "Duke n' Matt: Rescue Road Warriors," written by author Rhonda Paglia!
A detailed look at what goes into rescuing an animal in need. Duke and Matt venture out on the road to rescue dogs of all breeds. These dogs have been in puppy mills, homes which the owners were not able to care for them, and many more circumstances.
Duke is the greeter, that welcomes the dogs feel wanted and safe.
This book would be a great story for classrooms! It's filled with many pages of learning with informational content in the back of the book.
Readers will love the sweet pictures on every page.
(I received a free copy of this book, offered by the author, in exchange for an honest review.)
A detailed look at what goes into rescuing an animal in need. Duke and Matt venture out on the road to rescue dogs of all breeds. These dogs have been in puppy mills, homes which the owners were not able to care for them, and many more circumstances.
Duke is the greeter, that welcomes the dogs feel wanted and safe.
This book would be a great story for classrooms! It's filled with many pages of learning with informational content in the back of the book.
Readers will love the sweet pictures on every page.
(I received a free copy of this book, offered by the author, in exchange for an honest review.)
October 10, 2014
Duke 'n' Matt My Heroes
I thought this book was great.Nice touch with Duke telling the story. It breaks my heart to hear or read about puppy mills. How can you look into the eyes of a dog and not fall in love? The unconditional love I get from my dogs is indescribable. My Goldendoodle Harley is my best friend, a great listener, the only one who can truly consol me and a one of a kind dog.I was glad to read that there are so many volunteers to help these loving animals. I would recommend this book to all my animal lover friends. Thank you for such a heart warming story.
I thought this book was great.Nice touch with Duke telling the story. It breaks my heart to hear or read about puppy mills. How can you look into the eyes of a dog and not fall in love? The unconditional love I get from my dogs is indescribable. My Goldendoodle Harley is my best friend, a great listener, the only one who can truly consol me and a one of a kind dog.I was glad to read that there are so many volunteers to help these loving animals. I would recommend this book to all my animal lover friends. Thank you for such a heart warming story.
November 20, 2015
Very cute little book that explains what we do in the rescue world when it comes to transport and relocation for adoption.
Well done and great pictures.
It was about a 20 minute read as the book is geared to a young audience, but I loved it.
Well done and great pictures.
It was about a 20 minute read as the book is geared to a young audience, but I loved it.
November 23, 2022
Love this story of Duke and Matt!!!
Like Matt and Duke, I drove rescue dogs, for almost 11 years. Then I was in an accident (no dogs involved!), had back surgery, and that was the end of my driving days. Now I monitor dog transports every weekend -- and keep all the drivers updated during the course of the transport. I love doing this, but really miss seeing the dogs every weekend. 😥 I hope all of you who read this book, appreciate what all these drivers do to save all these dogs from a fate worse than death. Godspeed to all of you out there, who are driving and saving all these dogs. Many thanks!!! 💕
Like Matt and Duke, I drove rescue dogs, for almost 11 years. Then I was in an accident (no dogs involved!), had back surgery, and that was the end of my driving days. Now I monitor dog transports every weekend -- and keep all the drivers updated during the course of the transport. I love doing this, but really miss seeing the dogs every weekend. 😥 I hope all of you who read this book, appreciate what all these drivers do to save all these dogs from a fate worse than death. Godspeed to all of you out there, who are driving and saving all these dogs. Many thanks!!! 💕
March 14, 2022
Fantastic, very informative and a great book for children of all ages!
We are one of Duke and Matt’s transports. We are grateful for the work and care they did. A true legacy to be proud of. 3-14-2022
We are one of Duke and Matt’s transports. We are grateful for the work and care they did. A true legacy to be proud of. 3-14-2022
August 25, 2014
"Duke 'n' Matt, Rescue Road Warriors" is a nonfiction, educational book for kids and families.
Duke, a red beagle, was adopted by Matt in 2009. Now Duke and Matt, along with about 900 other Rescue Road Warriors across the county, help transport puppy mill dogs, breeder releases, and dogs headed for euthanasia, to safe shelters and new adoptive families. This is their story.
This book is especially helpful for families considering buying or adopting a pet. The book also includes learning activities and pages. There is a section with special vocabulary and definitions, a map page, and a "look back in the book" page. A portion of the proceeds benefits the Rescue Road Warriors and their work. More information about the Rescue Road Warriors is available on the author's website: www.rhondapagliaauthor.com.
For kids 3+, Reading level: grades 2-4
Duke, a red beagle, was adopted by Matt in 2009. Now Duke and Matt, along with about 900 other Rescue Road Warriors across the county, help transport puppy mill dogs, breeder releases, and dogs headed for euthanasia, to safe shelters and new adoptive families. This is their story.
This book is especially helpful for families considering buying or adopting a pet. The book also includes learning activities and pages. There is a section with special vocabulary and definitions, a map page, and a "look back in the book" page. A portion of the proceeds benefits the Rescue Road Warriors and their work. More information about the Rescue Road Warriors is available on the author's website: www.rhondapagliaauthor.com.
For kids 3+, Reading level: grades 2-4
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