Christmas is not so much about opening presents as it is opening our hearts. In “Granny Glitter’s Christmas Story,” artist and graphic designer Andree Siracusa (aka Granny
Glitter) tells the true story of her dog Koko, a blind Chow Chow puppy
she saved from euthanization at a pet store during a round of Christmas
shopping for her other pets.
After his rescue, Koko adjusts
to his new home he shares with Venus the Doberman, Twinkie the
Pomeranian, Marker the parrot, and the neighbor’s cat, Scratch. After
some tender loving care and some eye drops, Koko soon receives the best
Christmas present of all -- his eyesight.
I had a chance to review this
story, designed to teach children and their parents the importance
of giving all pets a chance, as well as emphasize the Christmas spirit
of giving. “We, as humans, can learn from
the unconditional love we receive from animals,” Siracusa said. “It’s
important that we give that unselfish love in return.” Even though they cannot speak
our language, or perhaps it is that we cannot speak in theirs, the true
meaning of Christmas and unconditional love can be found within our
pets.
It's a simple, cute story, with a happy ending - perfect for those young kids who need to hear a story that reminds them to give people (and critters) a chance.
About the author
Andree Siracusa is an artist and graphic designer in Florida. She has many pets, including dogs, birds and horses. She has published many other children’s books: “A Doberman’s Puppy Days,” “The Hole in the Fence,” “A Horse Named Charlie” and “The Egg Surprise.”
Andree Siracusa is an artist and graphic designer in Florida. She has many pets, including dogs, birds and horses. She has published many other children’s books: “A Doberman’s Puppy Days,” “The Hole in the Fence,” “A Horse Named Charlie” and “The Egg Surprise.”
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