Adapting to changed plans
Paddy’s school vacation is shortened after a broken arm prevents activities including rough play and swimming.
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Patricia Gonzalez - Author
This is a child-centred adventure about adapting when a summer is unexpectedly restricted. Paddy’s companionship with Fenway and imaginative journeying appear to provide the story’s main movement, while the broken arm creates the initial change in circumstances.
""The Grand Adventures of Paddy and Fenway" is a story that revolves around a young boy, his dog, and their ever growing pursuit of imagination, excursion and adventure. After a freak accident he endures at the beginning of the summer, little Paddy learns that his school vacation will be cut short by a broken arm; no rough housing, no swimming, and no fun! In an attempt to cheer him up, Paddy's parents surprise him with a new friend to keep him company! Paddy lets his imagination run wild as the adventures begin with his new pal! Follow Paddy and Fenway into the wild abyss of the Amazon on their first ever adventure together in this colorful story of friendship and magic!" --
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Sign in for personalised guidanceThis is a child-centred adventure about adapting when a summer is unexpectedly restricted. Paddy’s companionship with Fenway and imaginative journeying appear to provide the story’s main movement, while the broken arm creates the initial change in circumstances.
Paddy’s school vacation is shortened after a broken arm prevents activities including rough play and swimming.
Paddy’s parents introduce Fenway to keep him company, after which the pair begin adventures together.
Paddy’s imagination leads him and Fenway into an adventure in the Amazon.
The opening accident and broken arm may merit a little attention, particularly if injury or being unable to join usual activities feels close to home.
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