Pets Pets Pets!

All children will most likely at one point in their childhood ask the question, “Can I have a pet?” This question is either welcomed or feared depending on the parent involved in the questioning. Parents tend to fall in one of two groups; those who like pets, and those who don’t. Parents who love pets can attest to the many benefits of pet ownership and welcome animals into their homes with open arms. And the parents who aren’t as fond of caring for four legged creatures tend to cringe and wonder what they can do to convince their child that a pet is a bad idea.

Both types of parents, however, can rest assured that whether you are a pet lover or a pet non-lover there are multiple books out there that your pet loving child with love. Because even if you aren’t one that loves pets, we know for a fact that kids love their pets! They even love reading about other children’s pets!

This list of recommended books for children is full of stories about all sorts of pets. Some pets with four legs, six legs, or no legs at all. Read and laugh together with A pet for Petunia or revisit the classic tale, The Cricket in Times Square. Whether you are looking for a book to make your child laugh or one to touch their heart we’ve got a book that is sure to please. Because one thing is for sure, whether you are an animal lover or not, you and your child will love these books!