Books like Dixie & Jumbo (Dixie Morris Animal Adventures #1) by Gilbert Morris
Dixie Morris must protect her best friend, Jumbo, an escaped circus elephant, when a nefarious threat endangers him. With courage and the support of her faith, Dixie learns the power of friendship and the help she can find in God. The story emphasizes kindness toward animals and the strength that comes from Christian values.
First publish date: 1998
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Gilbert Morris
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