4 Kids Books Celebrating National Dog Week

It's national dog week - let’s have a puppy pawty! These four books explore our wonderful four-legged friends while introducing readers to different points of view.

This Pup Steps Up! by Anna E. Jordan. Dogs aren't just cuddly pets. They work as service dogs, pull a sled and herd sheep. Little readers will love learning new information about their favorite animal. Recommended for infants.

Walter Does His Best: A Frenchie Adventure in Kindness and Muddy Paws by Eva Pilgrim. Explore NYC (the subway, Broadway and Central Park) with Walter, our loveable dog. Recommended for toddlers.

Allergic: A Graphic Novel by Megan Wagner Lloyd. Maggie is severely allergic to dogs with fur, but she wants a pet! This heartfelt graphic novel tells the story of a girl who learns about heartache and resilience. Recommended for elementary schoolers.

Chester and Gus by Cammie McGovern. Discover Chester, a chocolate lab, and Gus, a nonverbal autistic 10-year-old boy. Told from Chester's point of view, we see different perspectives and learn about each character. Recommended for tweens.