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K-3
Illustrated by
Deborah Melmon.
Having just moved to the U.S. from Israel, Tommy is teased by classmates because he has difficulty speaking English. When a police officer visits their class with his bomb-sniffing dog, who (conveniently) only understands Hebrew commands, Tommy has a chance to shine. Friendly illustrations, featuring giant-headed children and a playful yellow Lab, add liveliness to a gentle but purposive plot.