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At a busy international school in Thailand, teacher Mr. Parsons is known for his big heart. When he finds a family of lost dogs on the school grounds, he decides to make them a shelter. As Mr. Parsons takes care of the animals, his heart fills with love for the frailest puppy. He becomes so lost in thought about little Rufus that he loses his house key!
Then Mr. Parsons has an even worse surprise: Rufus goes missing. The worried teacher searches the entire school grounds...and even plunges into the pool! But to Mr. Parsons' dismay, Rufus is nowhere to be found. Where will Mr. Parsons find his beloved dog? Will there be a happy ending for the puppy with the key to Mr. Parsons' heart?
Rufus Finds His Way Home is a delightful book based on the author's true-life story. Children will fall for this adorable little puppy, and they'll be touched by the tale of a teacher's devotion. Filled with beautiful illustrations, this heartfelt story encourages its audience to care for all creatures. Readers will also discover that, in this diverse world, everyone is deserving of love. A testament to the power of kindness, this memorable book contains an important lesson.
A propos de l'auteur
CHRISTOPHER T. PARSONS is an elementary school teacher with twenty-eight years of experience. With a masters degree in Elementary Education, he has worked extensively teaching all age groups, and his dramatic background has made him an expert communicator. Christopher's theatrical skills have helped him to make learning engaging and exciting, and they've also allowed him to cross cultural barriers. For many years, he taught overseas in Thailand. Christopher's life in Thailand was a wonderful time. It was there he met his husband, Niddy, and their beloved Korean Jindo dog, Rufus. As Christopher was already a nurturing person, his beautiful surroundings fueled his passion for the natural world. His experiences looking after Rufus have made him an advocate for rescuing animals. He encourages people not to buy pets but to adopt instead, since there are many who are already without homes. Christopher realized that creating children's books was the perfect way to combine all of his passions. Through his writing, he hopes to educate young people, instilling them with a lifelong love of dogs and promoting the power of kindness. These days, Christopher, Niddy and Rufus live in Middlesex County, MA. When he isn't busy teaching and writing, he's also the co-owner and general manager of a Thai restaurant!
