Indie Next List Pick
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ALA Notable Children’s Book
Texas Bluebonnet Award Winner
“A winning tale of love.”
—
Kirkus
(starred review)
Perfect for fans of
Charlotte’s Web
and
The One and Only Ivan, Saving Winslow
is an uplifting modern classic in the making about a young boy who befriends an ailing newborn donkey and nurses him back to health, from
New York Times
bestseller and Newbery Medal winner Sharon Creech.
Louie doesn't have the best luck when it comes to nurturing small creatures. So when his father brings home a sickly newborn mini donkey, he's determined to save him. He names him Winslow. Taking care of him helps Louie feel closer to his brother, Gus, who is far, far away in the army.
Everyone worries that Winslow won't survive, especially Louie’s quirky new friend, Nora, who has experienced loss of her own. But as Louie's bond with Winslow grows, surprising and life-altering events prove that this fragile donkey is stronger than anyone could have imagined.
Written in the spirit of Creech favorites
Moo
Love That Dog,
this standout tale about love and friendship and letting go will tug at the heartstrings.
“This heartwarming story is sure to be a hit with fans of E. B. White’s
and Kate DiCamillo’s
Because of Winn-Dixie
.”
School Library Journal
“Creech packs a tremendous amount of emotion between the lines of her understated prose. Animal lovers in particular will relish Louie’s hard-won triumphs and find joy in Winslow’s strength.”
Publishers Weekly
“Woven into this narrative is a convincing portrayal of human growth and blossoming—the story is told simply but subtly, celebrating the unexpected strength of the vulnerable.”
Horn Book