Toby's Story
by W. Bruce Cameron · · 2019
Toby's Story follows a gentle puppy who finds his calling when he is trained to work as a therapy dog. Told through the dog's endearing perspective, the narrative shows how Toby brings comfort, joy, and emotional support to nursing home residents and young people in need. This heartwarming chapter book offers young readers a warm look at empathy, service, and the valuable bond between humans and animals. Toby's Story touches upon aging, illness, and death, which may spark questions from your child.
- Age range
- Ages 8–14
- Category
- Middle Grade Reads
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Parent notes
Toby's Story is a wholesome, encouraging read that highlights the beauty of service, kindness, and empathy. Parents will appreciate how the book models gentle care for elderly and ill individuals. Because it deals lightly with nursing home settings and health challenges, it provides a natural opening to talk about how Christians can honor and comfort others.
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Discussion questions
- 1When Toby notices that someone is sad or ill and decides to sit quietly beside them, how does his behavior illustrate the way Christians are called to show compassion to people in distress?
- 2In what ways do Toby's trainers and caretakers show honor and patience toward the elderly residents, and why is respecting older generations important?
- 3Describe your favorite scene where Toby interacts with a nursing home resident, and explain what made that particular moment memorable for you.
- 4Toby feels that his highest purpose comes from making his owner happy; how does that idea compare with what the Bible says about where a person finds their true purpose and identity?
- 5Does the narrative treat animals as having a specific moral duty toward humans, and how does this idea fit alongside the biblical account of human stewardship over God's creation?
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