Books like Becoming a Good Creature
Award winning
STOLEN! A Pony Called Pebbles (Rainbow Street Shelter)
Wendy Orr, Patricia Castelao, 2015
144 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled story promotes collaboration and empathy.
Teaches responsibility through pet care topics.
Encourages resilience when facing challenging situations.
Captivating narrative engages young readers’ imaginations.

STOLEN! A Pony Called Pebbles (Rainbow Street Shelter)
Wendy Orr, Patricia Castelao, 2015
Award winning
Life Among Animals Around the World
Cheryl A. Young, Phd, Cheryl A Young PhD, Minna Kangas, 2023
84 pages
Why to read
Explores diverse animal habitats globally.
Encourages environmental awareness and empathy.
Supports developmental understanding of the natural world.
Interactive content boosts engagement and learning.

Life Among Animals Around the World
Cheryl A. Young, Phd, Cheryl A Young PhD, Minna Kangas, 2023
Award winning
Survival School (Class Pets)
Frank Asch, John Kanzler, 2003
96 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled story sparks curiosity and imagination.
Characters model teamwork and resilience.
Encourages creativity through problem-solving scenarios.
Ideal for shared reading, fostering family bonds.

Survival School (Class Pets)
Frank Asch, John Kanzler, 2003
Animals
Karen Hosack, 2004
32 pages
Why to read
Explores diverse animal habitats and behaviors.
Engages children’s curiosity about nature’s wonders.
Encourages empathy towards animals and conservation.
Vibrant illustrations complement the educational content.

Animals
Karen Hosack, 2004
Award winning
I Spy Animals
Walter Wick, Jean Marzollo, 2012
32 pages
Why to read
Interactive search-and-find stimulates observational skills.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Boosts knowledge on various animals and habitats.
Encourages parent-child bonding through shared reading.

I Spy Animals
Walter Wick, Jean Marzollo, 2012
How to Be a Vet and Other Animal Jobs
Jess French, Dr. Jess French, Sol Linero, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Explore various animal-related professions creatively.
Inspires empathy towards animals and nature.
Encourages career curiosity and exploration in children.
Interactive and engaging content for young readers.

How to Be a Vet and Other Animal Jobs
Jess French, Dr. Jess French, Sol Linero, 2021
Here Is Hare
Laura Shallcrass, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Vivid artwork stimulates visual perception and imagination.
Narrative encourages empathy and understanding of others.
Simple text ideal for beginner readers’ language development.
Interactive plot promotes family bonding during reading time.

Here Is Hare
Laura Shallcrass, 2023
Award winning
Cow
Malachy Doyle, Angelo Rinaldi, 2002
40 pages
Why to read
Vivid illustrations engage and captivate young readers.
Simple, rhythmic text supports early reading skills.
Explores themes of friendship and adventure.
Encourages empathy and understanding through storytelling.
