(2) K-3 Illustrated by Lynne Barasch. Originally adopted by the Albany post office, stray dog Owney guarded the mailbags before he started hopping mail trains and transversing the country. Children will enjoy imagining the life of one scruffy puppy that traveled the world more than a hundred years ago. Watercolor and ink sketches warmly illustrate the mixed-breed terrier. An author's note about the real Owney adds interesting details. Bib.

Reviewer: Robin L. Smith | Horn Book Magazine Issue: July, 2008

(3) 4-6 Illustrated by Lynne Barasch. When an elderly, non-English-speaking woman won't stop feeding pigeons in her yard, her neighbors vow to make her move. Rachel (Family Dinner) and her great-uncle step in to find a more humane solution. This satisfying story features a thoughtful, caring character who effects change because of her intelligence and perseverance. Black-and-white illustrations help break up the text.

Reviewer: Maeve Visser Knoth