Books About Animals And Humans · 7 titles considered

The Best Animals And Humans Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about animals and humans? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.

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Our 7 Favorite Books About Animals And Humans

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Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 1988

Mrs. Brice's Mice

By Syd Hoff · I Can Read series

One mouse's unique path saves the day from a prowling cat.

32 pages· 393 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
3.9/5 Goodreads · 223 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 2010

Golden Sun

By Whitney Sanderson, Ruth Sanderson (Illustrator) · Book #5 in the Horse Diaries series

A horse's journey reveals its true calling when a friend's life hangs in the balance.

160 pages· 13,484 words· Est. 2 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 618 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2017

The Crane Girl

By Curtis Manley, Lin Wang (Illustrator)

A mysterious girl weaves silk to repay kindness, but greed threatens to unravel everything.

40 pages· 1,276 words· Est. 10 min read-aloud
4.2/5 Goodreads · 239 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1990

The Adventures of Taxi Dog

A stray dog finds adventure and friendship with a taxi driver in NYC.

32 pages· 518 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
4.1/5 Goodreads · 736 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2010

Paddywack

A pony's performance hinges on forgotten treats at a big show.

48 pages· 939 words· Est. 8 min read-aloud
4.0/5 Goodreads · 112 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2008

Rain or Shine

By Erica Silverman, Betsy Lewin (Illustrator) · Book #4 in the Cowgirl Kate and Cocoa series

Rainy days test Cowgirl Kate and Cocoa's adventurous spirit.

44 pages· 1,169 words· Est. 13 min read
3.9/5 Goodreads · 212 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2024

Find Your Porpoise

By M. C. Ross · Book #2 in the A Dog's Porpoise series

A dog and porpoise's friendship is tested by a charming otter and curious tourists.

256 pages· 45,812 words· Est. 6.5 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 84 ratings
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