Books Like Baxter
Families who loved Baxter by Ellen Miles often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Families who loved Baxter by Ellen Miles often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Reach for this book when your child is struggling with the concept of patience or feeling overwhelmed by a new responsibility that is harder than they expected. It is also an excellent tool for children experiencing separation anxiety, as it mirrors those feelings through the eyes of a puppy. In this installment of the Puppy Place series, Lizzie and Charles foster Baxter, a Portuguese water dog who suffers from severe anxiety when left alone. The story follows their journey to help Baxter feel secure enough to find a permanent home. The narrative focuses heavily on empathy and the understanding that 'bad behavior' is often a result of 'big feelings.' At a transitional reading level, it provides a safe space for elementary-age children to discuss accountability and persistence. Parents will appreciate how the book models calm problem-solving and the reality that caring for others requires both heart and hard work.
