Author/Illustrator: Audrey Osofsky/Ted Rand
Synopsis:
This book is about a boy who has muscular dystrophy and is in a wheelchair. It talks about how he got Buddy, his working dog, and how he trained him to listen to only him. Buddy does everything for him. He turns on and off lightswitches, gets his books, pencils if they fall, opens doors, gets the phone for him and many other helpful things. No one is allowed to touch Buddy when he is working so he is able to stay focused. There are times where Buddy plays tee ball with him and keeps him company. He sleeps with him in case he needs help going to the bathroom and is just that...his Buddy!
Pre Reading Activity:
Activity: Ask the students if they have ever seen someone in a wheelchair. Bring a wheelchair to class and have them see what it involves. Ask them what they would do to help someone in a wheelchair.
Post Reading Activity:
Activity:
After reading the story, have students sit in a wheelchair and use it for a few minutes around the school or classroom to let them see just how difficult it really is for someone who experiences this everyday. Have them brainstorm to think of ways they can improve their school for someone who may need a wheelchair. Then talk to your principal about putting these ideas in effect!
Reflection:
I think this is a great book to use because it allows students to see how difficult something can be and to not take things for granted. It also allows students to see how beneficial a trained dog can be to someone who has a disability and cannot do everything for themselves.
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