Stormy
Stormy is a captivating wordless picture book that tells the story of a scruffy, frightened stray dog. One day, a woman visits the park and encounters the dog. Although the dog is wary and keeps their distance, the woman’s patience and gentle persistence shine through. Through beautifully detailed illustrations, this heartwarming tale emphasizes the power […]
Max Talks to Me
Max Talks to Me tells the story of a boy and how he communicates with his dog, Max, and the special bond that they have. Even though Max cannot speak in words, the reader discovers that when the boy watches and listens to Max, he does ‘talk’ to the boy, through his behaviour and body […]
Tails Are Not for Pulling
Tails Are Not for Pulling is a story about pets and how they communicate their feelings and needs. It also demonstrates how young people can interact with pets in a safe and respectful way. Learning that animals are sentient beings that have feelings and emotions allows students to better relate to them. Students may have […]
Big Cat, Little Cat
Big cat was the only cat in the family – but one day, little cat arrives. The story follows the two cats through their days, months, and years until one day, the older cat has to go. And he doesn’t come back. This is a poignant story, told in black-and-white illustrations about the act of […]
Don’t Lick the Dog: Making Friends with Dogs
Meeting a new dog is exciting, but it can also be scary (for people and dogs). This story shows students recommended ways to interact with unfamiliar dogs, providing helpful tips about all sorts of dog behavior, in a humorous way! Why use this book? Demonstrates recommended methods for approaching and greeting a dog. Highlights the […]
Bad Dog
This is a story about a young girl believing her ‘dog’ is acting bad, when really she has a cat! A hilarious take on the differences between dogs and cats and the importance of researching your pet before getting it. Why use this book? Compares the differences in natural behaviours of cats and dogs. A […]
My Wild Cat
A cat is no ordinary pet! They seem sweet, all curled up on the corner of the couch or as they snuggle their favourite toy, but don’t let that fool you! When you least expect it, a cat may pounce! This book has great information on cat behaviour as well as cat facts! Why use […]
Ginger
Ginger tells the story of a cat whose owner gets a new kitten. Ginger is upset with the new addition to the family as familiar routines get disrupted. How will Ginger manage this new change? Students can relate to the experiences of Ginger and the kitten – both being the ‘new’ person and having someone […]