Tippy Lemmey
by Patricia C. McKissack

The monster has jumped the fence! He is chasing Leandra and her friends as they ride past his house! Who is this monster with the heart of an alligator? It's Tippy Lemmey, the new neighborhood dog! Why is he so mean? What will he do when he catches one of them? Do his owners know how dangerous he is?

Set during the time of the Korean War, the three friends fight their own little war...with a dog. It will lead them into frightening life-and-death struggle that requires great courage and quick-thinking. In the end, compassion wins and you'll be surprised by what happens to the monster!

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Research Links
for Tippy Lemmey by Patricia C. McKissack

Biography, Writer's Workshop

Kids and Dogs: Safety First

Dog Safety for Kids

Dog Problems

The Chow Chow

Dog Breed Information: The Chow Chow

Chow Chow Breeders

Literature Connections

Goin' Someplace Special by Patricia McKissack. Jerry Pinkney Illustrator.

Shelter Dogs by Peg Kehret--Kids' Wings Student Unit

Great Dog Books and Classroom Units