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$1699
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10
Winnie-the-Pooh
A young boy and his stuffed animal friends have many adventures in the Hundred Acre Wood.
176 pages· 22,068 words· Est. 3 hour read
7.0/7 Bookroo experts·4.3/5 Goodreads · 311,155 ratings
Books About Human-animal Relationships · 509 titles considered
The Best Human-animal Relationships Books for Kids
By the Bookroo Editors
Looking for excellent children's books about human-animal relationships? 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.
The Shortlist
Our 10 Favorite Books About Human-animal Relationships
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$1697
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1961
Where the Red Fern Grows
By Wilson Rawls · Book #1 in the Where the Red Fern Grows series
A boy's dream of owning two dogs leads to triumph and tragedy in the Ozarks.
282 pages· 76,899 words· Est. 10.5 hour read
6.7/7 Bookroo experts·4.1/5 Goodreads · 448,464 ratings
$17.99Save 6%
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$1899
Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 1945
Stuart Little
By E.B. White, Garth Williams (Illustrator)
A tiny mouse embarks on a daring quest to find his missing friend.
131 pages· 18,804 words· Est. 2.5 hour read
6.4/7 Bookroo experts·3.9/5 Goodreads · 134,783 ratings
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$958
Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 1965
The Mouse and the Motorcycle
A mouse befriends a young boy staying in a hotel and learns to ride his toy motorcycle, leading to a series of adventures and misadventures.
176 pages· 23,602 words· Est. 3.5 hour read
6.4/7 Bookroo experts·4.0/5 Goodreads · 91,172 ratings
$9.99Save 4%
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$1398
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2016
Missy Piggle-Wiggle and the Whatever Cure
Missy Piggle-Wiggle tackles childhood misbehavior with quirky cures in a magical house.
272 pages· 37,389 words· Est. 5 hour read
6.3/7 Bookroo experts·4.0/5 Goodreads · 961 ratings
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$1248
Chapter Book · Ages 12–18 · 2003
The Goose Girl
By Shannon Hale · Book #1 in the The Books of Bayern series
A princess, betrayed and alone, must embrace her hidden powers to reclaim her destiny.
432 pages· 91,762 words· Est. 8.5 hour read
6.0/7 Bookroo experts·4.2/5 Goodreads · 149,619 ratings
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$1597
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2017
Ivy
A contest for tidiness clashes with magical chaos at Ivy's grandmother's cottage.
144 pages· 15,601 words· Est. 2 hour read
5.5/7 Bookroo experts·4.0/5 Goodreads · 537 ratings
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$1597
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2018
My Fox Ate My Homework
By David Blaze · Book #1 in the My Fox series
A sixth-grader faces bullies, a mischievous talking fox, and a mission to save his mom's house.
106 pages· 18,043 words· Est. 2.5 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 1,155 ratings
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$574
Picture Book · Ages 5–8
George Washington and the General's Dog
A biography of George Washington's life, highlighting his love for animals and his role in the American Revolution.
48 pages· 756 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud
4.3/5 Goodreads · 398 ratings
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$1597
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2018
Misfits
By Jen Calonita · Book #1 in the Royal Academy Rebels series
Devin uncovers a sinister secret at Royal Academy that could change the fairy tale world forever.
256 pages· 45,993 words· Est. 6.5 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 2,870 ratings
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Human-animal Relationships Board Books for Babies & Toddlers
Sturdy, inviting books about human-animal relationships for the youngest readers and listeners.
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$999
Cat's First Baby
Ages 0–5 · 2022
A curious cat meets a puzzling new family member. Can they become friends?
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$999
Dog's First Baby
Ages 0–3 · 2021
A dog investigates a mysterious new family member.
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$999
Flora and the Chicks
Ages 5–6 · 2017
Can Flora manage a flurry of hatching chicks?
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$899
Pets
Ages 0–3 · 2019
Discover the wonders of pets and nature with engaging board books for toddlers.
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$999
Follow Me Farm
Ages 2–5 · 2021
Guide a farmer through mazes on a bustling farm adventure.
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$799
Bundle Up, Little Pup
Ages 2–5 · 2023
Children and pets embark on a snowy adventure.
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$899
Baby's Best Friend
Ages 0–3 · 2019
Discover the heartwarming bond between a baby and a puppy.
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$999
Dog's First Christmas
Ages 2–5 · 2024
Dog and Baby unravel Christmas mysteries at home.
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Human-animal Relationships Picture Books
Illustrated read-alouds about human-animal relationships for preschool and elementary-age readers.
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$599
Henry and Mudge
Ages 5–7 · 1987
A lonely boy finds friendship with a giant dog.
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$599
Clifford the Big Red Dog
Ages 4–7 · 1963
A young girl shares her experiences with her big red dog.
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$599
Danny and the Dinosaur
Ages 4–8 · 1958
A boy befriends a dinosaur that comes to life in a museum.
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$1799
Hello, Mr. Dodo!
Ages 4–8 · 2017
A girl befriends a doughnut-loving dodo. Can she keep him secret?
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$1699
Flora and the Penguin
Ages 3–6 · 2014
A skater and a penguin must mend their friendship on the ice.
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$1799
Flora and the Peacocks
Ages 3–5 · 2016
Three friends navigate the delicate dance of friendship. Can they find harmony?
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$2099
Flora and the Flamingo
Ages 3–6 · 2013
A girl and a flamingo discover the art of friendship through dance.
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$1695
Business Pig
Ages 3–7 · 2018
A pig with a knack for business seeks a forever home.
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$1895
Railway Jack
Ages 8–12 · 2020
A legless inspector and a baboon must prove their teamwork to skeptical authorities.
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$1499
No Snowball!
Ages 4–8 · 2022
A queen cat faces a new kitten's challenge to her throne.
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$1699
Hey, Dog
Ages 4–8 · 2019
A boy's love helps a stray dog trust again.
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$1699
Rescue & Jessica
Ages 5–9 · 2018
A girl and her service dog find a new path together.
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Human-animal Relationships Chapter Books & Middle Grade
Longer stories about human-animal relationships for developing and independent readers.
Graphic Nov.
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$799
Pug Blasts Off
Ages 5–7 · 2019
A pug named Baron von Bubbles helps his owner Bella with an invention challenge at school
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$1899
Journey of the Pale Bear
Ages 8–12 · 2018
A runaway boy must choose between his freedom and saving a captive polar bear.
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$799
The Incredible Journey
Ages 9–12 · 1960
Three pets brave the wild to reunite with their owner.
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$899
The World According to Humphrey
Ages 7–10 · 2004
A hamster navigates a series of adventures and misadventures as he is passed from one family to another over the course of a school year.
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$699
Daisy Dawson Is on Her Way!
Ages 6–9 · 2007
A girl gains the power to talk to animals and must rescue her missing dog.
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$2300
Old Yeller
Ages 10–14 · 1958
A boy's life changes when a stray dog becomes his unlikely hero in the Texas hills.
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$1699
Gaby, Lost and Found
Ages 8–12 · 2013
A young girl seeks a forever home while her family falls apart.
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$599
No Such Thing as a Witch
Ages 7–10 · 1971
Mysterious fudge grants magical abilities, but what happens if you eat too much?
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$1999
The Yearling
Ages 11–15 · 1938
A boy's journey through the wilds of Florida tests his courage and beliefs.
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$1699
Henry Huggins
Ages 7–12 · 1950
A young boy's life is forever changed when he finds a lost dog.
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$2330
The Knife of Never Letting Go
Ages 14–18 · 2008
A boy hears everyone's thoughts and uncovers a deadly secret, forcing him to flee with a mysterious silent girl.
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$899
The Shadows
Ages 10–12 · 2010
A girl discovers a sinister world within paintings, facing a dark power that threatens her new home.