Dolores and the Big Fire

Although she's a timid cat, Dolores finds she's brave enough to alert Kyle to a fire and help him make his way out of the house before he's overcome by smoke. Based on a true story. Full-color illustrations.

About the author

Andrew Clements (1949-2019) was the author of the enormously popular Frindle. More than 10 million copies of his books have been sold, and he was nominated for a multitude of state awards, including a Christopher Award and an Edgar Award. His popular works include About Average, Troublemaker, Extra Credit, Lost and Found, No Talking, Room One, Lunch Money, and more. He was also the author of the Benjamin Pratt & the Keepers of the School series. Find out more at AndrewClements.com.

Summary

Level 1
Starting to Read
• Simple stories
• Increased vocabulary
• Longer sentences

True stories of animals that saved people's lives Dolores and the Big Fire
Dolores is a very timid cat. Her owner, Kyle, keeps a light on all night so she won't be scared. One night Dolores pokes at Kyle's face while he is sleeping. The house is on fire! Can Dolores wake Kyle up in time?

Product details

• Authors: Andrew Clements, Clements Andrew
• Assisted by: Ellen Beier (Illustration)
• Publisher: Harper Collins
• Languages: English
• Age Recommendation: ages 4 to 6
• Product format: Hardback
• Released: 01.02.2002
• EAN: 9780689829161
• ISBN: 978-0-689-82916-1
• Dimensions: 152 mm x 229 mm x 8 mm
• Weight: 218 g
• Series: Pets to the Rescue; Ready-To-Read - Level 1 (Hardc; Pets to the Rescue
• Subjects: Children's and young people's books; JUVENILE FICTION / Animals / Pets, True stories (Children's / Teenage), Children’s / Teenage general interest: Pets and pet care, Pets (Children's / Teenage), Children’s / Teenage fiction: True stories told as fiction