Author Description

"Bentley and the Frequent Fliers" is a charming and endearing tale about a real-life rescue dog named Bentley. Bentley spends a week at school with his new owner, Nurse Deb. She had no one to care for Bentley so she brings him along to school. In the nurse's office he meets the "regulars" or as Nurse Deb calls them "frequent fliers". Each day of the week is then played out in a in whimsical and amusing manner. Initially, Bentley seemed so different and intimidating to the children but he quickly turns that notion around and what ensues inspires the unfolding friendships between Bentley and the children. His antics and the dynamics of the school nurse's office set the stage for a powerful message of fun and acceptance. What seems scary and different can prove to be a positive thing. In the end, Nurse Deb feels she was ultimately rescued by Bentley!