‘How Dog Got His Key’ deals with cancer, loss and the grieving process. It’s the story of how Dog was given his Magic Key to help a little boy cope with the death of his father. It deals with difficult subjects and the grief stages that Joe and his mom go through as they learn to treasure memories and smile again.
This is a very special book for us, and aims to provide comfort and hope to children and adults alike. Ultimately this is a story that celebrates Love.
The Big Word associated with this story is: GRIEF
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Inspired by Dog Green: Dog is a Cavalier King Charles spaniel. When he is not having secret adventures at night, he is often found galloping around Central Park with his boy Joey.
Ideas by Joey Green: Joey is a scholar and an actor. When he’s not having fun learning and playing, he is often found galloping around Central Park with his dog, Dog.
Illustrated by Debbie Green: Debbie is a writer and a mother. When she is not writing or cleaning, she is often found chasing around Central Park after her son Joey and his Dog.