Maya and Nala is a sweet tale based on the true story of an extra large dog who needed a home until she met Maya and her family. Maya could barely contain her excitement the day Nala came for a visit. As soon as they met, it was clear Maya and Nala could be great pals. However, adjusting into a new home can be scary for a dog, so Maya had to learn patience. This is a great book for all animal loving kids, and helps teach about empathy, understanding and dog adoption. All of the illustrations in this book are actual photos of Maya and Nala, most of which were taken before the idea of telling their story came about, so everybody can see their truly special relationship.