Dogs and Their Puppies

Reach for this book when your child starts asking big questions about where babies come from or how animals grow up. It is an ideal resource for families preparing to welcome a new puppy or for children who have expressed a sudden, intense fascination with the life cycles of their furry friends. The book uses clear, gentle language to explain how mother dogs care for their young, from birth through the first few weeks of life. Through realistic photographs and simple text, the book explores themes of nurturing, growth, and the biological bonds of family. It is perfectly calibrated for the 4 to 7 age range, providing enough factual detail to satisfy curiosity without becoming clinical or overwhelming. Parents will appreciate how it fosters empathy by showing the hard work mother dogs do to keep their puppies safe, warm, and fed.