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~ (Author) "We called him Old Yeller..." (more)
Key Phrases: big yeller dog, roan bull, old yeller, Bud Searcy, Birdsong Creek, Burn Sanderson (more...)
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"A bestseller for generations, the combination of excellent writing and the sensitivity to human emotions places it on a shelf with the classics in juvenile literature." -- Saturday Review of Literature

"Exciting and heartwarming indeed." -- SLJ.


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"A moving segment of early frontier days."--Kirkus Reviews"Exciting and heartwarming..."--Library Journal
--This text refers to the Audio Cassette edition.

Product Details

  • Reading level: Ages 9-12
  • Paperback: 192 pages
  • Publisher: HarperCollins; Newbery Honor Book edition (June 9, 1995)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0064403823
  • ISBN-13: 978-0064403825
  • Product Dimensions: 7.4 x 5.1 x 0.6 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 4.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (129 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #204,867 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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22 of 23 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A MUST FOR YOUNG READERS!, April 14, 2002
By M. E Grant "MacGyver of the Books" (Clinton Twp., Michigan) - See all my reviews
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I'm a 7th grade teacher and I introduced my students to this novel for the first time this year. To my amazement they had never even heard of OLD YELLER. Now, middle school students can be the toughest audience in the world but THEY LOVED THIS BOOK.

Author Fred Gipson perfectly captures the time period of Texas in the late 1800's and the challenges of daily life. Into the mix of chores and adventures on the farm is the universal bond of a boy and his dog. Travis and Old Yeller are two characters that any child will immediately connect with and grow to love. And naturally as many novels geared towards younger readers, the conclusion will remain with them long after the novel has been read.

On a side note I must also recommend the classic Walt Disney version of OLD YELLER (VHS or DVD). Young readers will enjoy the similarities and differences between novel and movie. It's an excellent example to build discussion or writing lessons involving comparisons or contrasts.

And while I have continually mentioned young readers I should also comment that OLD YELLER is a must-read for people of any age group. So the next time you need to be entertained by a great novel, pick up this classic.

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12 of 14 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A good book; A sad, but good book, February 2, 2000
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This heart-warming book is about Old Yeller, (Which mean 'Yellow' in those days) a stray golden-brown dog which Travis' little brother (Little Arliss)finds. Travis hates the dog, who they named 'Old Yeller', until Old Yeller saves Travis' life. Soon they are best buddies, but the fate that is awaiting at the end brings them apart. This book is perfect for ages 7 and up, and is a terrific day-to-day read. This has 16 exciting chapters for either read aloud or silent reading. If your lookin' for a book to read, It's Old Yeller.
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Old Yeller, March 16, 2007
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Old Yeller is the beautiful, touching story of a boy and his big "yeller" dog.

When Travis's father goes on a cattle drive, Travis takes over the farm. He takes on a big task and is furious to find a big, one-eared, yellow dog eats thier meat, plays in their drinking water, and runs away when his family is in dire need of help. But Old Yeller proves himself when he saves Travis's litttle brother, Arliss, from a mad mother bear.

I loved reading Old Yeller because the story became real. I love dogs and it was amazing how detailed the story was. It was touching to read about how close Travis and Old Yeller were brought together.

Old Yeller is a classic novel everyone can read. Fred Gipson tells about the love and loyalty the characters possess for one another. I highly recommend this touching story that filled me with emotion and made my day forever.
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