The Puppy's Soul

by Rochelle Monique Brandon

The Puppy's Soul is an entertaining discussion between a young girl and her aunt about the salvation of their puppy's soul. Auntie guides the child through the topic of religions by way of the family pet. This lighthearted book touches on Christian, Judaism, Islamic, and Buddhist traditions. Everyone will enjoy the fun and engaging illustrations. The book facilitates family discussions of religions, faith, and spirituality with young children.


"The Puppy's Soul," was a 2013 Finalist in the Children/Juvenile Fiction Next Generation Indie Book Awards. It will be be promoted at The Book Expo America in New York May 2013

34 pages, Paperback

First published February 2, 2013

About the author

I'm a dedicated aunt and puppy mom. Because I believe in informal learning, I will shamelessly use any situation as a teaching moment for a child. Thus Nala, my chocolate beagle, often becomes an unwitting teaching tool. These stories are inspired by conversations with my niece during our many Sunday afternoon walks.

Christian by faith, a Zen Buddhist by practice, and an obstetrician/gynecologist by professional training, I make my home in Charlotte, NC. "The Puppy's Soul" is my first book.

Reviews

[Edwina Book Anaconda · Rating 4 out of 5]

Received this book through the Goodreads First-Reads giveaway site.
The first thing I noticed is how the artwork just popped off the pages.
A simple, yet beautiful way to draw young children into the book.
I loved the way "Auntie" went through and explained the various world religions to her little niece and how, by reading this book to their children, the parent can open the door and find out what their own child or children might be curious about.
I really liked this book. Bravo to the Author for handling what can be a very touchy subject in a fun and easy to understand manner.

[Shannon · Rating 4 out of 5]

I received this book in a give away. I first had my 10-year-old read the book. She enjoyed the text and thought the pictures were bright and fun.

I thought the book was a good starting point for discussion on different religions. It doesn't go into details about the religions.

[Joyce Yanney · Rating 4 out of 5]

The Puppy's Soul by Rochelle Monique Brandon. It is a childrens book. Its a discussion between a young girl and her aunt about her puppies soul. Explaining world religions and the puppy's soul. The illustrations were beautifully done. A well put together book for young children