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How Willy Got His Wheels

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I find that the best inspirational tales come from real life - and this book is no exception. I saw the owner of Willy (yes, there actually is a real Willy) on Animal Planet and knew I just had to buy the book. It is as charming as expected and not just because of spunky little Willy, whose back legs are paralyzed and who has to learn to "walk" again, with the help of a special wheel-cart. It is just as inspiring to read of his owner's attempts to find a way to get him walking - using everything from acupuncture to helium balloons to hold up the back legs. A great read for the entire family!

As an uncle to a disabled 6 year old I must say I have yet to see another book make my nephew smile so much. This book is very well written and and the drawings are fantastic. This is a must read for all children with or without handicaps. It not only teaches children how to coup with disabilities, but also how to respond to others with such problems

Willy the Chihuahua lives at an animal hospital, because his back legs don't work. He dreams of having a home and a family and playing with other animals and chasing sticks. Then one day, a pretty lady comes and takes him home with her! Willy meets his new brother, another Chihuahua named Sweet Pea, and his new sister, a fluffy silver cat named Marshmallow.

Willy still can't walk or run, and has to use his front legs to drag himself from place to place, until his new mother tries some different ideas to help him get around--with often humorous results.

Filled with bright, gorgeous watercolor illustrations that even pre-readers can appreciate, HOW WILLY GOT HIS WHEELS is the story of a loveable and courageous little dog. Written for age levels 5-10, it's a book that everyone from toddlers to adults can enjoy on many levels. Authors Turner and Mohler have done a tremendous job of showing life from a physically disabled viewpoint without preaching or patronizing. Here's hoping we will get to hear more of Willy's adventures in the near future!

Kimberly Borrowdale Under the Covers Book Reviews

I read the book after hearing about it on tv, and have sent it to my great nieces. You see I am like Willy I am also in a wheelchair. I have never gotten to see my great-nieces in person and hope that when they reed the book and their mom explains to them that I am (like Willy) in a wheelchair that they cn understand why I haven't been able to come see them (they are in Oregon and I am in Missouri). Willy is a courageous pup and we can all learn from him how to face life's adversities.

Willy, a real dog, has appeared on TV commercials for the disabled and led a group of children with spinal injuries across the finish line of the Los Angeles Marathon.

How Willy Got His Wheels is aimed at children but has a universal appeal. Adults will find themselves inspired by a story of a little dog's courage in the face of adversity. But the most inspiring aspect of all is that Willy's story is true

Young readers will smile as Willy, a true life Chihuahua, is fitted with balloons to help him walk, then laugh as he becomes a terror on a skateboard, racing uncontrolled through the house and scattering the other pets in his wake. They will cheer for Willy and his owner when he is fitted with a tiny cart and truly becomes independent.And finally shed a tear as Willy, for the first time, is truly able to explore his world. The water color illustrations of Rhonda McHugh perfectly showcase this engageing, insightful story by Deborah Turner and Diana Mohler

"How Willy Got His Wheels" is a delightful book. As well as being a true story, it has a great message about animals and people who have handicaps. The book illustrates how a Chihuahua over came his handicap and enjoyed life. I recommend this book for pre-school children up to third grade.

The book is well written with very expressive illustrations. It is the type of book that children will want to read over and over.

This is the perfect book to teach empathy to children. The kindness that author Deborah Turner demonstrates towards her pet dog can be extended to humankind as well. We need to accept and love animals (and people) despite their weaknesses and frailties, focusing instead on their strengths and the love that comes back to us.

This book is charming, funny, sweet and most of all inspirational. This true story of a very special little dog would warm the heart of even the most life-hardened soul.I don't know when I have ever been this touched by a children's book. And here I sit, the mother of three small boys.

I was so touched by this book. This is a story of true courage and hope. I would recommend it for people of all ages.