"Scruffy" by Kelly Oechsli tells the heartwarming story of a scruffy little dog who embodies resilience and charm. Rescued from a shelter, Scruffy finds a loving home with a young girl facing her own struggles. As they navigate life’s challenges together, their bond deepens, showcasing the transformative power of love and companionship. Scruffy brings joy, laughter, and warmth to the girl's life, teaching her valuable lessons about friendship, loyalty, and the importance of embracing one's uniqueness. Through endearing moments and heartfelt adventures, the story celebrates the special connection between humans and their furry friends. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book features in the following series: I Can Read, I Can Read-Level 2 .

This book has been graded for interest at 5-8 years.

There are 64 pages in this book. This book was published in 1990 by Turtleback Books .

Peggy Parish was born and grew up in Manning, South Carolina. Before moving to New York City, she taught school in the Panhandle country and in coal-mining areas. Her first job in New York City was with the Girl Scouts, and she now teaches the third grade at the Dalton School in Manhattan. Miss Parish is the author of several other books for children, including the popular Let's Be Indians. James Watts is a published author and illustrator of children's and young adult books. He also illustrated Zack's Alligator and Zack's Alligator Goes to School. He lives in San Francisco.