This delightful and heartwarming novel, "The Year of the Dog" by Grace Lin, is a must-read for children of all ages. The story follows Pacy, a young Taiwanese-American girl, as she navigates the ups and downs of growing up with her family and friends. Through her adventures, Pacy learns about herself, her culture, and the importance of friendship. The book is a perfect-bound novel, with 160 pages, and measures 7.6 inches in length, 5.2 inches in width, and 0.5 inches in height. Written in English, it was published by Little, Brown Books for Young Readers in 2007. It is classified as juvenile fiction, with themes of friendship, family, school, and celebrations. The narrative type is fiction, and the book is suitable for children under 2 years of age, as well as those aged 2-3, 4-8, and 9-12.