Books like Hamsters (Usborne First Pets)
Award winning
Meet a Veterinarian! (In Our Neighborhood)
Erson, AnnMarie Anderson, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Introduces kids to veterinary science in relatable ways.
Encourages curiosity about animal care and science careers.
Combines fun storytelling with educational content.
Supports developmental growth in empathy and responsibility.

Meet a Veterinarian! (In Our Neighborhood)
Erson, AnnMarie Anderson, 2021
A Dog Can: BookLife Non-Fiction Readers
Rod Barkman, 2024
16 pages
Why to read
Explores fascinating abilities and roles of dogs.
Enhances knowledge on animal behavior and care.
Encourages empathy and responsible pet ownership.
Supports early developmental reading skills.

A Dog Can: BookLife Non-Fiction Readers
Rod Barkman, 2024
Award winning
Farmhouse
Sophie Blackall, 2022
48 pages
Why to read
Engaging rural setting fosters children's knowledge of farm life.
Vivid illustrations spark creativity and visual learning.
Simple language aids early reading skills.
Encourages empathy through animal and farmer interactions.

Farmhouse
Sophie Blackall, 2022
Award winning
Pip and Zip
Elana K. Arnold, 2022
48 pages
Why to read
Engaging storyline enhances cognitive development.
Introduces resilience and friendship themes.
Encourages empathy through character identification.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Pip and Zip
Elana K. Arnold, 2022
Award winning
Powwow Day
Traci Sorell, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Vibrantly celebrates Native American culture and community.
Showcases the importance of tradition and belonging.
Encourages resilience and determination in young readers.
Supports emotional and social development through storytelling.

Powwow Day
Traci Sorell, 2022
Award winning
Can't Get Enough Cat Stuff: Fun Facts, Awesome Info, Cool Games, Silly Jokes, and More!
Mara Grunbaum, Bernard Mensah, 2024
128 pages
Why to read
Packed with amusing cat facts and entertaining games.
Fosters curiosity and learning about feline friends.
Encourages laughter and joy through silly jokes.
Ideal for shared reading experiences and discussions.

Can't Get Enough Cat Stuff: Fun Facts, Awesome Info, Cool Games, Silly Jokes, and More!
Mara Grunbaum, Bernard Mensah, 2024
Award winning
So Cute! Puppies
Crispin Boyer, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Vivid illustrations captivate and stimulate visual learning.
Introduces children to caring for and nurturing pets.
Engages young readers with playful, interactive text.
Strengthens vocabulary with age-appropriate language.

So Cute! Puppies
Crispin Boyer, 2022
Award winning
Peek Inside The Zoo
Anna Milbourne, 2023
14 pages
Why to read
Interactive lift-the-flap design enhances motor skills.
Inviting illustrations captivate and stimulate visual learning.
Introduces diverse animals, promoting environmental awareness.
Encourages curiosity and exploration through playful narrative.
