Ribbon the Border Collie | 
 enlarge | Author: Lyn Bezek
Creator: Su Hand
Publisher: Western Reflections Publishing Co.
Category: Book
Buy New: $11.95
New (2) Used (2) from $10.76
Avg. Customer Rating:  2 reviews
Sales Rank: 1664507
Media: Paperback
Reading Level: Ages 9-12
Pages: 144
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.4
Dimensions (in): 6.8 x 5.5 x 0.5
ISBN: 1932738517
EAN: 9781932738513
ASIN: 1932738517
Publication Date: May 7, 2008
Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours
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Product Description
Allison leaned over to pat her dog s head. Despite her disabilities . . . Ribbon is still the best Border Collie in Colorado, aren t you girl? No, she isn t, Katie said, shaking her head. Grinning, Katie paused dramatically. She s the best Border Collie in the whole world. Ribbon, a beautiful black and white Border Collie, loves to herd sheep, cattle, goats, and even the family cat. Her owner, Allison, feels Ribbon has special abilities that could make her the #1 champion herding dog in all of North America some day. That dream, however, abruptly ends when the dog is hit by a car and injured while trying to protect a herd of "weed-whacking" goats in the Colorado high country. When things seem bleakest, Allison's mother suggests to her devastated daughter that Ribbon has what it takes to become a Therapy Dog -- visiting patients in hospitals, rehab centers, and nursing homes to cheer them up and give them hope for the future. But Allison is unsure. Allison s mother then shares her favorite Erma Bombeck clipping with her daughter: When I stand before God at the end of my life, I would hope that I would not have a single bit of talent left and could say, I used everything you gave me. Does this bit of wisdom convince Allison? Will Ribbon be able to change from herder to healer?
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Heartwarming and Memorable June 19, 2008
Lyn Bezek's book is wonderful. Set against the backdrop of beautiful Colorado, a young girl and her dog overcome challenges and find their true calling... It is a story of love and joy. Ribbon will warm your heart! I am a teacher, and I plan to use it in my classroom. I can't wait for Lyn Bezek and Su Hand to create another book. This one is just great!
Good lessons for life June 19, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Lyn as created another outstanding children's book providing moral lessons along with the results of having courage to tackle life's problems and overcoming them. Lyn has a wonderful knowledge of Colorado as well as the nursing profession and animals. Su's illustrations are magical. I am proud to share this book with my grandchildren. Way to go Lyn!!! P.S. Keep a box of kleenex handy.
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