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DEAR SOCKS, DEAR BUDDY: Kids' Letters to the First Pets Audio Cassette – Audiobook, January 1, 1999

by Hillary Rodham Clinton (Foreword)

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In a world dominated by video games, voice mail, and television, it's easy to overlook the importance of the written word. If one very important thing parents can do to help their children learn is read to them, then encouraging them to write must run a close second. What better -- and more rewarding -- way to teach a child these invaluable communication skills than through letter writing?

With her warm and engaging words, Mrs. Clinton suggests ways parents can help their children initiate and enjoy the experience of writing and receiving letters, and shares some of her family's (and pets') experiences. Mrs. Clinton gives a brief "pet history" of the White House, from Dolly Madison's parrot and Teddy Roosevelt's children's menagerie to the Bushes' English springer spaniel Millie. She also talks about the ways Socks and Buddy participate in White House life, such as greeting guests and visiting hospitals and nursing homes.

In Dear Socks, Dear Buddy, Mrs. Clinton also shares more than forty letters children have sent the nation's First Pets, from a simple request for a "paw-tograph" to more exacting notes of good wishes ("I want to give you a big heart, as big as the whole world") and generous advice ("Just because they went on a trip doesn't mean they don't love you any more"). This audiobook will inspire children to share their ideas and wishes through writing.

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0 pages
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English
Publisher

Audioworks
Publication date

January 1, 1999
Dimensions

4.25 x 1 x 7 inches
ISBN-10

0671043684
ISBN-13

978-0671043681
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Hillary Rodham Clinton is America's First Lady. She lives in the White House with the President, their daughter, Chelsea, their cat, Socks, and their dog, Buddy. She is the author of the bestselling book It Takes a Village.

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Audioworks; Unabridged edition (January 1, 1999)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Audio Cassette ‏ : ‎ 0 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0671043684
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0671043681
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 4 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 4.25 x 1 x 7 inches

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- #48,273 in Political Science (Books)
- #54,472 in Parenting (Books)

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Hillary Rodham Clinton became the first woman in US history to become the presidential nominee of a major political party in 2016. She served as the 67th Secretary of State—from January 21, 2009, until February 1, 2013—after nearly four decades in public service advocating on behalf of children and families as an attorney, First Lady, and Senator. She is a wife, mother, and grandmother.

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kitkat

Love it

Reviewed in the United States on March 4, 2017

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This is such a wonderful book. Very sweet stories about many of the pets that have lived in the White House. The book includes some letters from children to White House pets. Uplifting and positive.

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Daniel A. Carbonaro

Ok book

Reviewed in the United States on August 16, 2020

Ok book

Reviewed in the United States on October 2, 2013

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My Chocolate Lab is named Buddy too so I loved reading about the Clinton's dog. The letters made me smile!

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American Express

I expected stories of the cat and the dog more then the letters of fans.

Reviewed in the United States on June 3, 2021

Too simple

Bought as an collectable Item

Reviewed in the United States on February 27, 2014

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OK book, book was boring and lacked material but mainly bought because of Hilary's autograph. Would not recommend to others.

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Jane

Great children's book

Reviewed in the United States on June 18, 2013

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I'm an old Granny and am enjoying the book. I am also an avid animal lover and can just feel these pets on my lap listening to me reading to them.

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Susan Campbell

Socks!

Reviewed in the United States on February 17, 2013

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Great book! The pictures are delightful and the script gives a new understanding of our presidents. The book shows another side of Hilary Clinton that I never expected to see.

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Vicki

Sweet book by Hillary Clinton

Reviewed in the United States on December 13, 2016

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Lots of pictures, share with your kids or kid-self!

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