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“Our Hero” – the Story of George

Our hero cover.
Sj level 2 aug 2011 cover.

by Sue Gibbison

“George was a small dog with a lion’s share of courage”. This article tells the true story of how George bravely risked his life to save five children from an attack by two large, fierce dogs. The injuries he sustained could not be mended and he was put down by a vet, but his story lives on and spread far and wide. 

Series: School Journal, Level 2 August 2011

Learning area: English, Health and Physical Education

Curriculum level: 2

Reading year level: 4

Category: Non-fiction

Related titles: Listed in TSM

Topics: dog, courage, true story, brave, dog attack

In: School Journal, Level 2 August 2011

Publication date: August 2011

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