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Dogs Poetry
Explore poetry books about dogs for children.
25 books
I Am the Dog I Am the Cat
Donald Hall
A curious dog and a clever cat trade perspectives as they explain exactly what makes their own lives so wonderful and un
Ages 4–8
The Gingham Dog and the Calico Cat
Eugene Field
A quiet antique shop turns into a midnight battleground when a stuffed dog and cat start a fight that spirals out of con
Ages 4–8
Job Squad
The Firefighter
Jenny Goebel
For the child fascinated by sirens and heroes, this rhythmic story explores the bravery of firefighters and the heartwar
Ages 5–7
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Bucks the Palace Cat
Stuart James
For the child who loves the magic of royalty, this rhyming tale follows a curious cat exploring the grand halls and corg
Ages 3–7
The Tighty Whitey Spider: And More Wacky Animal Poems I Totally Made Up
Kenn Nesbitt
Ever seen a dog play invisible frisbee or a hippo sandwich? These zany poems celebrate the funniest and most bizarre ani
Ages 7–12
The One and Only Ivan #2
The One and Only Bob
Katherine Applegate
With a hurricane looming, a brave dog named Bob teams up with a gorilla and an elephant to rescue his long-lost sister a
Ages 8–12
Dogman
John Dowie
A rocket ship shaped like a kennel brings a creature who is half-puppy and half-baby to a lighthouse, where he must find
Ages 5–9
Counting in Dog Years and Other Sassy Math Poems
Betsy Franco
Multiplying mice and stinky scales fill this playground of math poems where witty robots help make geometry, fractions,
Ages 6–10
Jack #1
Love That Dog
Sharon Creech
Jack finds a surprising way to express his deepest feelings through poetry as he navigates a journey that is both joyful
Ages 8–12
Jumpety-bumpety Hop: A Parade of Animal Poems
Kay Chorao
A rhythmic parade of animals hops and jumps through these classic verses from celebrated English and American poets.
Ages 3–7
Every Day's a Dog's Day: A Year in Poems
Marilyn Singer
For the child who loves their pet and notices the small changes in the world around them as summer turns to fall and win
Ages 4–8
Jackson the Dog and the Missing Masterpieces
Stuart James
For the young problem-solver who loves to play detective and needs a confidence boost in their own cleverness.
Ages 3–8
Dogs Rule!
Daniel Kirk
Hear the world from four legs up through poems about purple collars and backyard blues, all set to a rhythmic musical so
Ages 4–8
Name that Dog! Puppy Poems from A to Z
Peggy Archer
For the child dreaming of their first puppy or the family exploring different breeds through playful rhymes and an A to
Ages 3–8
The Dog Who Walked with God
Michael J. Rosen
In a dark and watery world, the Creator searches for a companion before bringing the familiar sights and sounds of our e
Ages 5–9
Bless the Beasts: Children's Prayers and Poems About Animals
June Cotner
A comforting collection of verses for children who love animals and want to express gratitude for their pets and the cre
Ages 3–8
Custard the Dragon #1
The Tale of Custard the Dragon
Ogden Nash
Custard the dragon may seem like a coward, but everything changes when a menacing pirate arrives to threaten Belinda and
Ages 4–8
Randolph Caldecott's Picture Books #10
Hey Diddle Diddle
Randolph Caldecott
Join the beloved cat, cow, dog, dish, and spoon in this classic, playful nursery rhyme. Perfect for read-alouds, it spar
Ages 3–7
Everyone's Awake
Colin Meloy
Bedtime turns into a madcap riot of baking bread, roof repairs, and ghost card games in this rhyming celebration of a ho
Ages 5–8
Flash the Dog #1
Bad Dog Flash
Ruth Paul
Flash the puppy can't help but find trouble in mud and shoes, but his family's frustration always turns back into uncond
Ages 2–5
The Cake That Mack Ate
Rose Robart
Tracing back from the flour to the farm, see every ingredient that went into the delicious treat that Mack the dog event
Ages 2–5
I'm a Jolly Farmer
Julie Lacome
With a patient dog by her side, a girl transforms into a farmer, a princess, and a deep-sea diver through the magic of i
Ages 2–5
It's Holiday Time #2
It's Valentine's Day
Jack Prelutsky
Handmade cards and silly sentiments fill this playful collection of poems about dogs, applesauce, and the fun of Valenti
Ages 5–9
Dogku
Andrew Clements
A lonely stray finds his way into a new home and a family's heart, told through the quiet, rhythmic beauty of haiku poet
Ages 4–8
More Formats for Dogs
Chapter Books
(1616)
Early Readers
(126)
Picture Books
(120)
Graphic Novels
(84)
Middle Grade
(52)
Young Adult
(35)
Board Books
(11)
Dogs by Age Group
Dogs Books for Ages 0–3
(1142)
Dogs Books for Ages 12–18
(695)
Dogs Books for Ages 4–7
(2365)
Dogs Books for Ages 8–11
(1891)
