Books Like Throw-Away Pets
Families who loved Throw-Away Pets by Betsy Duffey 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 Throw-Away Pets by Betsy Duffey 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 starts expressing big feelings about fairness, or when they notice someone or something being treated as 'disposable.' It is a perfect tool for navigating the heavy realization that the world isn't always kind to the vulnerable, while providing a roadmap for how a small person can make a big difference. The story follows friends Evie and Megan as they discover an animal shelter where pets are at risk of being put to sleep. As they race against time to find homes for a dog, a cat, and a rabbit, the book explores themes of justice, agency, and the power of collective action. While the stakes are high, the tone remains accessible for children aged 7 to 10, offering a realistic but hopeful look at community responsibility and animal welfare. It is a gentle way to introduce complex social issues through the lens of a child's natural empathy for animals.
