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How Willy Got His Wheels
How Willy Got His Wheels

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Author: Deborah Turner
Publisher: Doral Publishing
Category: Book

List Price: $14.95
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Avg. Customer Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars 11 reviews
Sales Rank: 734537

Media: Hardcover
Reading Level: Baby-Preschool
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 32
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.9
Dimensions (in): 10.4 x 8.7 x 0.4

ISBN: 0944875548
EAN: 9780944875544
ASIN: 0944875548

Publication Date: May 25, 1999
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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Product Description
Willy is a real-life handicapped Chihuahua, rescued from an animal hospital by a kind lady who tries several humorous ways to help Willy walk. First, they try balloons, then he becomes a terror on a skateboard. Finally, share Willy's excitement when he gains his independence after being fitted with a small wheelchair.


Customer Reviews:   Read 6 more reviews...

5 out of 5 stars A Classic!!   March 16, 2007
This book that will lift your spirits and warm your heart!

Willy was once an abandoned, handicapped chihuahua puppy dumped on the streets in a cardboard box.

Thanks to his adopter, who discovered the world of wheelchairs for dogs, Willy learned to fly!

Adults and children adore this book, and it is especially significant to the handicapped who share a special bond with Willy.

Make sure you also read How Willy Got His Wings



5 out of 5 stars Kids adore this book!   February 27, 2004
 2 out of 2 found this review helpful

This is the perfect book to teach empathy to children. The kindness that author Deborah Turner demonstrates towards her pet dog can be extended to humankind as well. We need to accept and love animals (and people) despite their weaknesses and frailties, focusing instead on their strengths and the love that comes back to us.


5 out of 5 stars A life lesson for all of us   September 1, 2001
 5 out of 5 found this review helpful

I read the book after hearing about it on tv, and have sent it to my great nieces. You see I am like Willy I am also in a wheelchair. I have never gotten to see my great-nieces in person and hope that when they reed the book and their mom explains to them that I am (like Willy) in a wheelchair that they cn understand why I haven't been able to come see them (they are in Oregon and I am in Missouri). Willy is a courageous pup and we can all learn from him how to face life's adversities.


5 out of 5 stars Not sappy, just truly inspirational - in the best way!   October 3, 2000
 11 out of 11 found this review helpful

I find that the best inspirational tales come from real life - and this book is no exception. I saw the owner of Willy (yes, there actually is a real Willy) on Animal Planet and knew I just had to buy the book. It is as charming as expected and not just because of spunky little Willy, whose back legs are paralyzed and who has to learn to "walk" again, with the help of a special wheel-cart. It is just as inspiring to read of his owner's attempts to find a way to get him walking - using everything from acupuncture to helium balloons to hold up the back legs. A great read for the entire family!


5 out of 5 stars A story of love & courage for all ages   January 8, 2000
 8 out of 9 found this review helpful

Willy the Chihuahua lives at an animal hospital, because his back legs don't work. He dreams of having a home and a family and playing with other animals and chasing sticks. Then one day, a pretty lady comes and takes him home with her! Willy meets his new brother, another Chihuahua named Sweet Pea, and his new sister, a fluffy silver cat named Marshmallow.

Willy still can't walk or run, and has to use his front legs to drag himself from place to place, until his new mother tries some different ideas to help him get around--with often humorous results.

Filled with bright, gorgeous watercolor illustrations that even pre-readers can appreciate, HOW WILLY GOT HIS WHEELS is the story of a loveable and courageous little dog. Written for age levels 5-10, it's a book that everyone from toddlers to adults can enjoy on many levels. Authors Turner and Mohler have done a tremendous job of showing life from a physically disabled viewpoint without preaching or patronizing. Here's hoping we will get to hear more of Willy's adventures in the near future!

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