80 pages • 2 hours read
Barbara O'ConnorHow to Steal a Dog
Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2007A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more. For select classroom titles, we also provide Teaching Guides with discussion and quiz questions to prompt student engagement.
Before You Read
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
How to Steal a Dog by Barbara O'Connor centers on themes of family, poverty, and moral dilemmas, providing a compelling narrative for young readers. The book excels in character development and realistic portrayals of hardship, but some critics feel the plot resolution is too simplistic. Overall, it is praised for addressing difficult issues with sensitivity and empathy.
Who Should Read How to Steal a Dog?
A reader who would enjoy How to Steal a Dog by Barbara O'Connor is likely a middle-grade student (ages 8-12) who appreciates heartwarming, realistic stories about family, friendship, and moral dilemmas. Fans of Kate DiCamillo’s Because of Winn-Dixie and Sharon Creech’s Walk Two Moons will find this book engaging.
Recommended
Reading Age
8-12yearsLexile Level
700L