books about animals

Books for Tweens Who Love Animals

A friend of mine recently asked me for book suggestions for a reluctant tween reader who loves animals. Since many of you have or teach children ages 8 – 12 who might also like animals, reluctant or not, you’ll want this list, too. I have several posts with ideas to help reluctant readers. But one […]

Best Dog Books for Kids

Do your kids love dogs? Because if they do, here are children’s favorite dog books from board books to picture books to chapter books. If your kids are also cat enthusiasts, check out this list of the best books with CATS!! Best Board Books About Dogs Doggie by Sandra Boynton Count—and bark—with a fun pack […]

Learn About Animals: New Nonfiction Books for Ages 4 – 14

If your child enjoys reading about animal life, you’ll want to know about these new books. From picture to comics to nonfiction middle-grade, there is something for every age and most interests on this list of new books for kids. Learn About Animals: New Nonfiction Books for Ages 4 – 14 Walk This Wild World: […]

Captivating True Life Stories of Wild Animal Rescues

The Born Free True – Life Stories about wild animal rescues are about the dramatic rescue of animals in horrible situations. They’re captivating, well-written, and informative and perfect for animal-loving 8 – 12 year old kids. In fact, I read 3 of the books in one night, I loved them that much! (And they’re pretty short, […]

New Spring Books for Kids About Nature and Animals

If you’re wondering, the first day of spring was yesterday, March 21. Happy spring!! In celebration of the season, you can read these new released, wonderful picture books with your kids; they’re all about nature and animals. New Spring Books for Kids About Nature and Animals Touch Think Learn: Fly by Xavier Deneux (ages 1 – […]

18 Picture Books Starring Animal Characters

This batch of newly published picture books (2016) stars a dinosaur, peacocks, a skunk, a bear, dogs, and a panda. Those are just a few of the animal characters these picture book authors and illustrators dreamt up for their characters. Do your kids like animal characters? Latest Picture Books Starring Animal Characters Samanthasaurus by B.B. Mandela, illustrated […]

A Menagerie of Picture Books

Bears, cats, penguins, and mice dominate this menagerie of picture books. All these newly published books feature an abundance of enchanting animal characters and lively stores. Enjoy! A Menagerie of Picture Books The Princess and the Pony by Kate Beaton We loved this hilarious story of a warrior princess whose parents get her a kazillion cute sweaters […]