Monday, August 25, 2014

Duke 'n' Matt, Rescue Road Warriors - Author's Note

"Duke 'n' Matt,
Rescue Road Warriors"  

Duke 'n' Matt, 

Rescue Road Warriors

A note from the author



From the Author, Rhonda Paglia:  I am delighted to share this real-life story of Duke, Matt, and the Rescue Road Warriors.  Their story is not only important for kids, but also for adults and families who may have a pet, or who may be thinking about getting a pet.   

 Bringing a dog, cat, or other animal into one's home is a big responsibility.  It's like adding a new member to your family.  My hope is that this story will help kids and other readers learn about where their pets come from, and learn how important it is to make a conscious decision before getting a pet.  Even Duke, the red beagle, wants to make sure people REALLY want a pet before getting one, so he's added a section titled, “Duke’s Do’s and Don’ts!”  
Author Rhonda Paglia
and her dog, Bella

Duke 'n' Matt, Rescue Road Warriors is my first non-fiction story to be released to the public.  I learned so much about rescue dogs and the work of the Rescue Road Warriors while working on this story that I couldn’t keep my "teacher-hat" off.  So I’ve also I've tucked in some special pages for kids and teachers titled, "More to Learn and Fun Stuff to Do."  Kids will learn special Rescue Road Warrior vocabulary and definitions, use some mapping skills, complete some matching, and look back in the book to discover the answers to trivia and comprehension questions.  There is also an extra special, super-duper bonus from Duke that kids will have to find! 


I hope readers will learn as much as I did about the important work of the Rescue Road Warriors and the puppies and dogs they help get to new homes and safe places.  They are an amazing group of volunteers!

Appropriate for kids 5+
Reading level:  Grades 2 - 4
Kindle version now available for $3.99 :
A portion of all sales benefit the work of the Rescue Road Warriors

5-Star Book Reviews:

5-STAR Book Review by Rockin' Book Reviews

 5-STAR Review by Readers' Favorite

 More Reviews:
5-Stars - By Kristy L. Ritter  on August 7, 2014
Duke n' Matt: Rescue Road Warriors (Paperback)
There is nothing better than to read Duke 'n' Matt, Rescue Road Warriors and see the love and passion for transports as written by them and Rhonda!! The educational value for the kids is beyond what words could ever explain. Thank you to all of you for putting such a special mission/group of people out for the world to read. XOXO


By Ladydi on August 6, 2014
5-Stars
Format: Paperback
This book is fun, informative and is very nicely presented. It portrays an organization that I was unaware existed 
and demonstrates the need and love people have for their pets and "ORPHANED" animals. I love how the story is 
told from the dogs point of view and how the "Fun Stuff to do" helps the young people to remember and enjoy what 
they just read. I highly recommend this book!!!

By Katie Nurmi on August 6, 2014
5-Stars
Format: Paperback
Heartfelt, beautiful, educational and real!!!!! I can't wait to use this with younger Girl Scouts who are learning about 
responsible pet ownership and with children at church learning about stewardship of creation!!!



Grammy Pags with her 5 grandchildren,
featured author at the local library.
Rhonda Paglia is a children's author, a retired 
elementary teacher, and a "not so retired" grandmother 
from Pennsylvania. "Grammy Pags," as she is called, is 
the author of 5 published children's books.  "Duke n' 
Matt ~ Rescue Road Warriors," is Rhonda Paglia 
"Grammy Pags" fifth children’s book and is currently 
available from Amazon - soft cover and Kindle. 
Duke 'n' Matt, Rescue Road Warriors

Other books by Rhonda Paglia: 

"The Little Lambs and the Very Special Mission" was
her first children's book to be released to the public. The 
story came to her during her prayers for the children, 
teachers, and families after the tragedy at Sandy Hook.  
This gentle, sweet story is dedicated to the children and 
teachers of Sandy Hook Elementary School and offers 
the hope that the world will become a better place.  All 
the profits from the sale of this book go to the "Angels 
in Charge" Scholarship Award for students graduating 
from Newtown High School who meet the requirements and are planning a career in education. 
The Little Lambs book was co-illustrated by 14-year-old, Taylor Galaska and Rhonda Paglia.
The Little Lambs and the Very Special Mission

"Doonsey's Beach Adventure, the Great Rescue" and "Doonsey's Beach Adventure, the 
Great Rescue, Coloring and Activity Book":  Doonsey is a little ocean crab that loves to 
explore.  His quiet exploring day becomes a great rescue day in the fun adventure about a 
beach crab with a big heart. Illustrations by Rhonda Paglia.  Doonsey's Beach Adventure books

"Three Little Gnomes and a Boy Named Orion," is available in both soft cover and for Kindle.
Three little gnomes live, work, and play in Grammy's garden.  One day they discover they have a 
big problem. They ask for help, and end up making a new friend.  Three Little Gnomes was
beautifully illustrated by Ratna Kusuma Halim from Indonesia.  
Three Little Gnomes and a Boy Named Orion












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