Strider
Strider by Beverly Cleary, published by Harper Collins in 2001, is an illustrated edition featuring 176 pages in English. This book follows the journey of a teenage boy named Leigh Botts and his relationship with a stray dog named Strider. As Leigh navigates the challenges of his parents’ divorce, Strider becomes a pivotal presence in his life, encouraging him to embrace new opportunities, including joining the school track team.
Readers will discover how Strider not only influences Leigh’s physical abilities but also plays a significant role in his emotional growth. Through their bond, Leigh learns to accept his family’s changes and develops a connection with a girl he admires. The narrative explores themes of friendship, family dynamics, and the impact of animals on personal development, making it a relatable story for young readers.
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Strider has a new habit. Whenever we stop, he places his paw on my foot. It isn’t an accident because he always does it. I like to think he doesn’t want to leave me.
Can a stray dog change the life of a teenage boy? It looks as if Strider can. He’s a dog that loves to run; because of Strider, Leigh Botts finds himself running — well enough to join the school track team. Strider changes Leigh on the inside, too, as he finally begins to accept his parents’ divorce and gets to know a redheaded girl he’s been admiring. With Strider’s help, Leigh finds that the future he once hated to be asked about now holds something he never expected: hope.
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