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Communication is one of the most important elements between a parent and child. When we communicate, we not only share information, but we can share our time, and we can share ourselves to foster closer and stronger relationships. Reading together is one of the most cherished ways that an adult and child can communicate with each other. Through reading, a parent and child can begin to cultivate a lifelong relationship enhanced by their shared experiences through literature.

Murphy Dog at the Circus, the second book in a series by Christian Sidle, is a book that can be shared and cherished by adults and children alike. This book, like Murphy Dog Bedtime Story before it, communicates a strong, positive message that to believe in oneself is a powerful tool for achieving and being the best one can be. The Murphy Dog books share this message in creative and interesting ways that teach children that reading and believing are values to behold.

Christian Sidle has once again offered up a story of fun and dreams that will forever be a pleasure and joy to read. Dianne Lynn's original watercolors lift the story off the page and into the expanses of the imagination. Mr. Sidle's playful prose, with the beautiful artwork and elegant book design communicates the valuable message that reading, especially the Murphy Dog series, is a delight to be treasured by all generations.

Happy reading.

Mary Turner DePalma, Ph.D.
Professor of Psychology
Ithaca College
Ithaca, New York

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About the Author - Top

Christian Sidle lives in upstate New York. He has worked in various aspects of education and youth programming for the last decade.

Christian says that discipline coupled with kindness is the most effective formula for success when teaching children of all ages. He often tells his students that learning is both a "quiet thing" and an interactive process. He believes that adults help children the most when they teach the necessary skills while being aware of the world perspective of each child.

Murphy Dog became a book character to give children an interesting and fun way to improve their reading. Christian recommends that these books be read aloud as much as possible. Murphy Dog Bedtime Story is the first book in the series. Christian is currently writing more Murphy Dog books, as well as completing two novels.

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Dianne Lynn is an artist and teacher. She studied illustration at Syracuse University. Since earning her Master of Fine Arts Degree, she has been teaching art in a local high school and painting portraits. Illustrating the Murphy Dog book has helped Dianne see dogs in a new light...how smart they are, how trusting, and above all, how much fun they have.

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