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Middle Grade About Welcoming a New Pet – Wonderlit | Wonderlit

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Middle Grade About Welcoming a New Pet

Explore middle grade books about welcoming a new pet for children.

20 books

Cover of Nick and the Glimmung

Nick and the Glimmung

When pet ownership is banned on Earth, Nick and his cat Horace flee to a strange new planet filled with wubs, werjes, an

Cover of The Werewolf of Fever Swamp

The Werewolf of Fever Swamp

Strange howling and shredded rabbits point to Grady's new dog, but he knows his pet is normal. Most dogs don't change in

Cover of Strider

Leigh finds his stride and learns to accept his parents' divorce through the companionship of a stray dog and the rhythm

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Cover of Ribsy

Henry Huggins #6

Ribsy

Beverly Cleary

Henry Huggins' dog Ribsy takes the lead in this classic tale as the adventurous pup finds himself on a quest of his own.

Ages 7–11

Cover of Saving Winslow

Louie is determined to save a frail, sickly mini donkey named Winslow, finding hope and unexpected strength while his br

Cover of Dog Diaries

James Patterson, Steven Butler

Junior the dog is headed for the pound unless he can survive obedience school and prove to the mean Mrs. Stricker that h

Cover of The Improbable Cat

The Improbable Cat

David and his dog Billy are the only ones who realize the stray kitten their family brought home is actually something i

Cover of Mud-Puddle Poodle

Mud-Puddle Poodle

Tui T. Sutherland

Rosie wants a prim and proper pet, but her new poodle would much rather jump into mud puddles than sit on a fancy pillow

Cover of They Call Me No Sam!

They Call Me No Sam!

Sam is a noble pug determined to protect his family from "evil wizards" and "heat cannons," even if his heroic efforts m

Cover of Homeless

Vet Volunteers #2

Laurie Halse Anderson

Sunita is determined to rescue a group of feral cats, but she must face angry neighbors and skeptical experts to prove t

Cover of Loudest Beagle on the Block

Loudest Beagle on the Block

Tui T. Sutherland

Ella wants to shine in the school talent show, but her new dog Trumpet won't stop howling along to every single note of

Cover of Amelia Bedelia Unleashed

Amelia Bedelia Chapter Books #2

Amelia Bedelia Unleashed

Amelia Bedelia really wants a sibling, but her focus quickly shifts to a high-energy quest for the perfect puppy in this

Cover of This Book is Cruelty-Free

This Book is Cruelty-Free

Everyday choices from the snacks on your plate to the clothes in your closet can protect animals and the planet in this

Cover of Phoenix

Kimberly Brubaker Bradley

For the child who finds solace in the company of animals and is learning to bounce back after difficult times.

Cover of The Voyages of Doctor Dolittle

Doctor Dolittle #2

The Voyages of Doctor Dolittle

Dr. Dolittle sails for the tropical Spidermonkey Island with a crew of animal friends to find a missing colleague and ta

Cover of This Book Wants a Pet

This Book Wants #1

This Book Wants a Pet

For the child who is ready for the responsibility of a pet but doesn't know where to start, or the middle grader who lov

Cover of Dream

Barbara O'Connor

For the child feeling adrift or lonely within their own family, Fern's journey with a stray dog offers a roadmap for fin

Cover of Mine for Keeps

Returning home after time away, Sally worries if her siblings will treat her differently and how she will manage her cer

Cover of The Last Firefox

The Last Firefox #1

The Last Firefox

For the child who struggles with 'what-ifs' and anxiety, this magical adventure shows how protecting something small can

Cover of Runaway Retriever

Runaway Retriever

Tui T. Sutherland

Parker’s new golden retriever, Merlin, is a master of escape who refuses to stay home and insists on following his owner

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