About This Book
In Tui T. Sutherland's 'Runaway Retriever,' Parker's excitement about his new golden retriever, Merlin, quickly turns into a series of comical and challenging situations. Merlin, a dog with an unwavering loyalty, simply refuses to stay home alone, opting instead to follow Parker wherever he goes, including school. This middle-grade novel explores themes of responsibility, unconditional love, and the often-unpredictable nature of pets. It's a lighthearted read perfect for children aged 8-12 who love animals and stories about navigating new challenges with humor and perseverance.
Parker is thriller with his new golden retriever, Merlin, until he finds out that Merlin refuses to stay at home where he belongs, but continually escapes in order to follow Parker everywhere he goes, including school.
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Discussion Prompts
1
What do you think makes Merlin so determined to follow Parker everywhere?
2
If you had a pet that followed you to school, what would be the funniest or most challenging part?
3
What responsibilities does Parker have as Merlin's owner, and how does he try to meet them?
4
How do you think Parker feels when Merlin shows up at school, and how do those feelings change throughout the story?
5
What are some ways Parker could try to teach Merlin to stay home?
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