In this sequel set in a Catholic boarding school in Paris, Madeline falls into the River Seine and is saved from drowning by a courageous stray dog. Miss Clavel and the twelve young girls adopt the animal, naming her Genevieve. Trouble begins when the school’s posh trustees visit for an inspection and decree that dogs are forbidden on the premises, leading to Genevieve’s forceful eviction. The narrative follows the girls’ frantic search through the city streets and the eventual resolution when the dog returns to provide a surprise for every student.
This picture book serves young readers and parents who value classic rhyming verse and whimsical illustrations of French landmarks. Children learn about the responsibility of caring for a pet and the importance of group loyalty. Readers walk away with a sense of justice restored through luck and nature, alongside a visual introduction to Parisian architecture. It appeals to those seeking a story where resourcefulness and empathy overcome the rigid rules of authority figures.
Practical, outward-looking and clear-cut; an easy read.
Best for readers like The Practical Optimizer. Which reader are you?
- Published
- 1953
- Language
- EN
