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I really need to read every single one of Kate DiCamillo's books because I've loved every one I've tried. “Because of Winn-Dixie” is an uplifting novella that made me laugh out loud while enjoying the read. Winn-Dixie is a supermarket chain located throughout southeastern US. India Opal, a girl of ten or so, goes into one of the stores to buy a few things, and comes out with a mangy, smelly large dog. He got inside the store somehow and created havoc, knocking over produce stands, and had all the store people chasing him. So Opal adopted the dog, took him home, cleaned him up and named him “Winn-Dixie”.
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I can't really say what they were without giving away the plot, but they were conveyed in a really nice, natural way. So, when you are looking for a light serious read to share with a younger reader, or to read by yourself (it's good for the spirit to be a child again), give this book a try. Her books end with hope, yet without a complete closure, which would require a complete suspension of disbelief on the reader's part. The story reminded me quite a bit of Billie Letts writing. People in the world are weird, quirky, unique, and wonderful.
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Its a feel good story that I'm sure I'll be revisiting in the future. I’m sure I’ve read a dozen stories like this one, some better, but it warms my heart every time I read a new one. I like to think of children reading this lovely book and embracing the values to be found within. DiCamillo does one thing I really appreciate - introducing more complex vocabulary to young readers. In an era where adult books are using more and more simple language, it is a treat to read an author who does not oversimplify for the sake of the audience.
They all open up and start enjoying life again due to the combined warmth of Winn-Dixie's personality and Miss Franny's Littmus Lozenge candies. This book is amazing, I read it in the 4th grade and I hope to re-read it again sometime soon. It's one of my favorites, and if you haven't read it I recommend you check it out.
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Opal is new in town, no friends to speak of (other than the new-found Winn Dixie) and so looking for some companionship. The story of her making that important foundation of friendship in a new place could be a lesson to all of us. Opal was in the grocery store buying groceries for the preacher whenever people started yelling...
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This is the first book my 8-year-old son was reading and said to me, "This book is really good, Mommy. I think you would like it. You should read it." It was a really nice book to read with my daughter and we had many discussions as we read. We meet the cast of characters in Naomi and they all have a sad past. From Otis at the pet store to Miss Franny Block at the library to Gloria Dump and all the children in town, each person has a painful event that they are trying to forget or move on from.
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