Maud Hart Lovelace Book Award
2016 · Grades 6-8 · Nominee
About This Book
Tyrone "Li'l T" Roberts meets Buddy when his family's car accidentally hits the stray dog on their way to church. Buddy turns out to be the dog Li'l T's always wished for--until Hurricane Katrina comes to New Orleans and he must leave Buddy behind. After the storm, Li'l T and his father return home to find a community struggling to rebuild their lives--and Buddy gone. But Li'l T refuses to give up his quest to find his best friend. From the author of the BBYA Top Ten selection The Great Wide Sea comes a powerful story of hope, courage, and knowing when to let go.
Awards
Louisiana Young Readers' Choice Award
2015 · Grades 6-8 · Honor Book
Louisiana Young Readers' Choice Award
2015 · Grades 6-8 · Nominee
Volunteer State Book Award
2015 · Intermediate · Nominee
William Allen White Childens Book Award
2015 · Grades 6-8 · Nominee
William Allen White Childens Book Award
2015 · Grades 6-8 · Winner
Black-Eyed Susan Award
2014 · Grades 4-6 · Nominee
South Carolina Childrens, Junior and Young Adult Book Award
2014 · Children's · Nominee
South Carolina Childrens, Junior and Young Adult Book Award
2014 · Children's · Winner
Great Stone Face Book Award
2013 · Grades 4-6 · Winner
Junior Library Guild
2012 · Selection
