![My Buddy](https://stars.library.ucf.edu/diversefamilies/2866/thumbnail.jpg)
My Buddy
Illustrator
Ted Rand
Publisher
Henry Holt and Company
Publication Year
1992
ISBN
9780805017472
Pages
32 pages
Genre
realism
Format
picture book
Item Type
Fiction
Annotation
This easy-to-read, first-person narrative of an unusual friendship demonstrates the desires of the handicapped to be independent and to be treated like everyone else. Graceful watercolor illustrations that emphasize the closeness between boy and dog are a perfect accompaniment to this entertaining and informative book.
Grade Level
PK-1; K-3
Lexile Measure
550L
Diversity Topics
Disability and Health; Physical disability; wheelchair user; mobility; service animal; child with a physical disability
Main Character
male child
Race/Ethnicities
White
Family Formation
mother and father
Awards
Adventuring with Books: A Booklist for PreK-Grade 6, Tenth Edition, 1993
Children's Crown Award, 1993 - 1994
Grades 3-6
Keywords
muscular dystrophy; friendship; reliance; golden retriever; independance; persistance; leadership; pet store; blue and gold backpack
Diversity Impact
direct
STARS Citation
Osofsky, Audrey, "My Buddy" (1992). Diverse Families. 1867.
https://stars.library.ucf.edu/diversefamilies/1867