FI DO 411 'Lisette the Vet' Wins Children's Book Award -------------------------------------TXDM staff reports ------------------------------------"The Pet Vet" has been recognized for Lisette the Vet, her picture book about a little girl who dreams of becoming a veterinarian, according to a news release. Forest Lane Books announced that the 2019 Moonbeam Children's Book Awards recognized 'Lisette the Vet' with a Bronze Award in the Animals/Pets category. The Moonbeam Awards received 1,150 entries this year and recognized and rewarded exemplary children's books that support and encourage children's love of reading. Lisette the Vet is celebrity veterinarian Dr. Ruth MacPete's first book in a series about a little girl who wants to be a veterinarian. "I am honored to win a Moonbeam Award and proud that my book was recognized out of so many talented entries," said Dr. MacPete. "I hope that my book inspires children to face their fears, believe in themselves, and follow their dreams." Lisette loves all animals: big or little, furry or feathery, even slimy or scaly. Well ... almost all animals. When her class gets a new pet, she can't wait to meet him. Then she finally meets Fluffy and he is not what she expected. When disaster strikes, will Lisette the Vet overcome her fears and save the day? Lisette The Vet Written by: Ruth MacPete, DVM Illustrated by: Anzhelika Enshina Publisher: Forest Lane Books Age Range: 4 to 8 For more information, or to order a signed copy, visit LisetteTheVet.com 22 | TEXASDOGMAGAZINE.COM
PETSMART DOUBLES GRANTS FOR PETS IN THE CLASSROOM PetSmart has nearly doubled its support of teachers across North America this year by offering more than 10,000 grants to Pets in the Classroom, according to a news release. The program provides teachers with financial support to purchase and care for small animals in their classrooms. "Pets play a valuable role in children's physical, social, emotional and cognitive development and can also enrich school curriculum," said Kathy Mitchell, PetSmart government affairs director and Pet Care Trust board member, in a news release.
Pets in the Classroom was established by the Pet Care Trust knowing that, while classroom pets can be a valuable teaching tool, many teachers have limited resources for the support of classroom animals. The program is currently accepting applications for the 2019?2020 school year. Teachers who already have a classroom pet can also apply for a sustaining grant to help support costs of pet care. For more information, visit PetsintheClassroom.org. REPORT: PETS IN 67M HOMES; MULTICULTURAL OWNERS INCREASE More than half (54%) of American households have a pet, according to a news release on the new study Pet
