Cool Shoes
The Jack Russell Terrier: A Story of Kindness, Friendship, and Respect
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About the Book
Twelve-year old Martin has only just moved to a new town when he encounters some mean kids tormenting a small Jack Russell terrier puppy, lost and alone. Martin saves him, brings him home, and eventually gives him a name—Cool Shoes. Now the puppy has a home and a friend, and Martin knows he’ll never be lonely again. Martin’s mom and the squirrels take a liking to Cool Shoes, but the puppy needs to play with other dogs, too. One day at the dog park, Martin makes the acquaintance of Zaria, who also owns a Jack Russell. Now both Martin and Cool Shoes have new friends, and together, they can stand up to any foe! The friends need to be strong together, because there are bullies everywhere. Martin and Cool Shoes learn that some people just don’t want to get along, but they also learn that all people can get along, if only they try. This is the story of a boy and his rescue dog, but it’s also about friendship, family, and the bravery it takes to do the right thing.
About the Author
Marcel Thomas lives in San Francisco with his partner and coauthor, Telicia Lewis, who was born in rural Westminster, Maryland. Marcel has six adult children and seven grandchildren. He was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and grew up in Atlantic City, New Jersey. Marcel has always loved dogs. As a child, he was called the “Dog Pied Piper” because dogs always followed him home.