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Explore chapter books books about welcoming a new pet for children.
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I Don't Want a... #2
I Don't Want a Cool Cat!
Emma Dodd
One girl meets a zany mix of felines in her search for the perfect pet. Will she choose a fancy cat, or find that a simp
Ages 2–5
Lola Levine #2
Lola Levine Meets Jelly and Bean
Monica Brown
Lola is thrilled to finally get a kitten, but her joy turns to a difficult dilemma when her brother Ben has an allergic
Ages 6–9
Pony Pals #3
The Story of Our Ponies
Jeanne Betancourt
For the young animal lover dreaming of their very first pet, this nostalgic prequel celebrates the patience and responsi
Ages 7–10
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I Want 100 Dogs
Stacy McAnulty
For the child who is begging for a pet and doesn't quite understand the work involved. This silly counting story balance
Ages 3–6
My Furry Foster Family #6
Roo the Rabbit
Debbi Michiko Florence
For the child who is eager to prove they are old enough for a pet and needs to learn that caring for an animal takes pat
Ages 6–9
Queenie, One of the Family
Bob Graham
Caitlin and her parents rescue a hen from a lake and bring her home, learning that the bond of family remains even after
Ages 4–8
I Completely Know about Guinea Pigs
Lauren Child
For the child eager to prove they are ready for their first pet. Lola learns that looking after the school guinea pig in
Ages 4–7
Farm Friends #1
Poppy's Chicks
Kimberly Derting, Shelli R. Johannes
For the child who thinks having a pet will be all fun and games. This story explores the rewarding but demanding reality
Ages 5–8
You'll Love My Puppy
You'll Love Morkies
Erin Edison
For the family considering a small, fluffy addition to their home, this simple guide introduces the sweet and playful wo
Ages 5–8
Iggy
Marcia Newfield
After a difficult past, an iguana finds himself living a life of luxury and love with a big family in a city penthouse.
Ages 7–10
Henry Helps with the Dog
Beth Bracken
For the toddler who wants to be a big helper, this story introduces the daily responsibilities of caring for a furry fam
Ages 2–4
Buzzard Breath
Marty Crisp
Will thinks he wants a fancy purebred dog, but his heart begins to shift as he spends time with a scruffy German Shepher
Ages 8–12
Animal Stories #24
Smudge the Stolen Kitten
Holly Webb
Olivia hides her new kitten to keep him safe from a rowdy visitor, but panic sets in when Smudge actually disappears fro
Ages 6–9
The Story of Mrs. Lovewright and Purrless Her Cat
Lore Segal
Mrs. Lovewright really wants a cuddly companion, but the cat she brings home has a very different idea of how a pet shou
Ages 4–8
The Puppy Place #12
Maggie and Max
Ellen Miles
For the child who loves animals and is learning that responsibility means putting a pet's needs first, even when it's ha
Ages 7–10
Mishka
Edward van de Vendel, Anoush Elman
For children processing big life changes, this tender story shows how the quiet bond with a pet can help a family share
Ages 7–11
The Dragon of an Ordinary Family
Margaret Mahy
Life at home is perfectly normal until this family adopts a dragon for a pet, turning their everyday routine into an ext
Ages 4–8
Transformers Rescue Bots #1
Meet Boulder the Construction-Bot
Annie Auerbach
For the child who is eager to help and take on big responsibilities. This story follows a robot learning that some jobs,
Ages 4–8
Ava and Pip #2
Ava and Taco Cat
Carol Weston
Fifth-grader Ava navigates the heartbreak of losing a best friend while finding comfort in her diary and a shy, rescued
Ages 8–12
Perfectly Poppy #1
Poppy's Puppy
Michele Jakubowski
For the child who is pleading for a pet and needs to understand the work, patience, and responsibility that come with a
Ages 5–7
Jasmine Green Rescues #4
A Goat Called Willow
Helen Peters
For the child who dreams of rescuing every animal they meet, this story explores the joy and responsibility of caring fo
Ages 7–10
Rookie Readers
Where Is That Cat?
Carol Greene
Miss Perkins is determined to find a new home for the stray cat she found, but the more people she asks, the more she re
Ages 4–8
John and Plunk #1
Mine Will, Said John
Helen V. Griffith
John's parents suggest everything from frogs to chameleons, but he holds out with quiet determination until he gets the
Ages 3–7
Top Dogs
Golden Retriever
Charles George, Linda George
Perfect for the child who is about to welcome a new puppy or is simply obsessed with 'goldies,' this guide introduces th
Ages 5–8
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