Epic adventures. Fierce warrior cats. A thrilling fantasy world. It all begins here. This set of the very first books in the series will be a welcome gift for readers new to the series.Read the books that began a phenomenon—and join the legion of fans who have made Erin Hunter’s Warriors series a #1 national bestseller. This box set includes all six books in the first Warriors arc, and is perfect for the collections of longtime Erin Hunter fans and readers new to the Warriors world.For generations, four Clans of wild cats have shared the forest according to the laws laid down by their ancestors. But now ThunderClan is in grave danger. Rival ShadowClan is growing stronger, a traitor may be hiding in their midst, and rising tensions threaten every cat in the forest.In the dark days ahead, ThunderClan’s fate will rest in the paws of an unexpected hero: an ordinary house cat named Rusty…who may yet turn out to be the bravest warrior of them all. Read more

Don't miss Barbara O'Connor's other middle-grade work―like Wonderland; How to Steal a Dog; Greetings from Nowhere; Fame and Glory in Freedom, Georgia; The Fantastic Secret of Owen Jester; and more!A touching, New York Times–bestselling story about a girl and her dog, perfect for young animal lovers.Eleven-year-old Charlie Reese has been making the same secret wish every day since fourth grade. She even has a list of all the ways there are to make the wish, such as cutting off the pointed end of a slice of pie and wishing on it as she takes the last bite. But when she is sent to the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina to live with family she barely knows, it seems unlikely that her wish will ever come true. That is until she meets Wishbone, a skinny stray dog who captures her heart, and Howard, a neighbor boy who proves surprising in lots of ways. Suddenly Charlie is in serious danger of discovering that what she thought she wanted may not be what she needs at all. From award-winning author Barbara O'Connor comes a middle-grade novel about a girl who, with the help of a true-blue friend, a big-hearted aunt and uncle, and the dog of her dreams, unexpectedly learns the true meaning of family in the least likely of places.This title has Common Core connections. Read more

Dress and accessorize all the playful PETS in this adorable My Sticker Dress-Up activity book!Children will enjoy screen-free fun with this amazing sticker book that encourages hours of unlimited imagination and play. Features dogs, cats, horses, birds, and a variety of other popular pets who are all getting ready to march in the Pet Parade! An album allows children to select and save all their favorite parade moments. With 5 pages of reusable stickers, children will love exploring their creativity by creating their own outfits, scenes, and of course―STYLE!Contains over 300 reusable stickers for multiple dress-up optionsCostumes and accessories can be used on multiple figures so children experience unlimited creativityMakes a wonderful birthday gift, holiday stocking stuffer, Easter basket stuffer, or any celebration gift Read more

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • WINNER OF THE 2023 CALDECOTT MEDAL • This glowing and playful picture book features an overheated—and overwhelmed—pup who finds his calm with some sea, sand, and fresh air. Destined to become a classic!NAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY The Washington Post • Publishers Weekly • Kirkus Reviews • New York Public Library“An utter joy from beginning to end!” —Sophie Blackall, two-time Caldecott Medal winnerThis hot dog has had enough of summer in the city! Enough of sizzling sidewalks, enough of wailing sirens, enough of people's feet right in his face. When he plops down in the middle of a crosswalk, his owner endeavors to get him the breath of fresh air he needs. She hails a taxi, hops a train, and ferries out to the beach.Here, a pup can run!With fluid art and lyrical text that have the soothing effect of waves on sand, award-winning author Doug Salati shows us how to find calm and carry it back with us so we can appreciate the small joys in a day. Read more

From the author of the million-copy-bestselling picture book phenomenon The Invisible String comes a moving companion title about coping with grief when a pet dies. "When our pets aren't with us anymore, an Invisible Leash connects our hearts to each other. Forever." That's what Zack's friend Emily tells him after his dog dies. Zack doesn't believe it. He only believes in what he can see. But on an enlightening journey through their neighborhood—and through his grief—he comes to feel the comforting tug of the Invisible Leash. And it feels like love. Accompanied by tender, uplifting art by Joanne Lew-Vriethoff, bestselling author Patrice Karst's gentle story uses the same bonding technique from her classic book The Invisible String to help readers through the experience of the loss of a beloved animal.Read all the books in The Invisible String series:The Invisible String Backpack: Your very own tool kit for school—and life!The Invisible String Workbook: Creative Activities to Comfort, Calm, and ConnectThe Invisible Leash: An Invisible String Story About the Loss of a Pet​The Invisible Web: An Invisible String Story Celebrating Love and Universal ConnectionYou Are Never Alone: An Invisible String Lullaby Read more

From the award-winning creators of 'Uh-OH! My Dragon's Hungry' comes a hilariously heartwarming, must-have picture book that's sure to leave you with the "warm and fuzzies" (and a new appreciation for your four-legged family members)!The family dog has a LOT to get off his chest. Because, well, living with children can be...challenging.Between playing dress-up, being squeezed too tightly, and dirty toys in Dog's water bowl, this canine has had ENOUGH!!Will Dog find that there are sweet moments to be cherished amidst the chaos?----"This humorous, lively dog's-eye view provides gentle instruction for interacting with pets." - Kirkus Reviews (Starred Review)★ Kirkus Star Recipient★ Grand Prize Winner, Purple Dragonfly Awards★ 1st Place, Children's Pet Books, Purple Dragonfly Awards★ 1st Place, Children's Books 6+, Purple Dragonfly AwardsA must-have book for kids ages: 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8 and grades K-3 Read more

Erin Hunter’s #1 nationally bestselling Warriors series continues in Warriors: The New Prophecy!This box set includes all six books in the second Warriors series, and is perfect for the collections of longtime Erin Hunter fans and readers new to the Warriors world. The wild cat Clans have lived in peace and harmony for many moons, but now strange messages from their warrior ancestors speak of a terrifying new prophecy and a mysterious danger.Six cats, including young Brambleclaw of ThunderClan, must embark on an unprecedented journey, with the fate of the entire forest in their paws. The strength and courage of the greatest warriors will be put to the test as the prophecy unfolds—and the quest to save the Clans begins. Read more

I am a dog. Are you a dog?Welcoming a new baby to the family isn’t always easy. When his humans bring home someone new, Dog is determined to sniff out the truth. Is this arrival another dog, or something else? As Dog investigates, he might just find a new friend in this loud, silly creature. With Dog’s First Baby, Natalie Nelson captures the wonder and humor of a new baby through a dog’s eyes. Sure to delight kids and dog parents alike, this playful and heartwarming board book promises to be a repeat read-aloud. Celebrate more new experiences with Cat's First Baby, and get into the holiday spirit with Dog's First Christmas. Read more

This must-have paperback boxed set includes the first three books in the winning and wacky My Big Fat Zombie Goldfish illustrated chapter book series, from New York Times–bestselling author Mo O'Hara.Zapping Frankie the goldfish back to life with a battery was the best thing Tom's ever done. A BIG FAT ZOMBIE GOLDFISH with incredible hypnotic powers is a great pet to have on your side when your big brother is an evil scientist whose plans regularly need to be thwarted. Join Tom and Frankie as they go on incredible adventures involving revenge plots, evil scientist older brothers, a Super Electric Zombie Eel and other paranormal pets! The boxed set includes My Big Fat Zombie Goldfish, The SeaQuel, and Fins of FuryPraise for My Big Fat Zombie Goldfish: A New York Times bestseller!"The book is packed with bonkers humour. . . . Anyone who likes books by Dav Pilkey would seriously love this book." ―Biteso, for The Guardian.comPraise for The SeaQuel: My Big Fat Zombie Goldfish:"My Big Fat Zombie Goldfish had everything a boy could want. When your first book is absolutely perfect, children do expect you to carry on the same vein. Thankfully, Mo has pulled it off again with a sequel just as good as the original." ―The BookbagPraise for Fins of Fury: My Big Fat Zombie Goldfish:"Mo O'Hara writes stories that children can imagine themselves taking part in―and that is a large part of the magic." ―The Bookbag Read more

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At the Animal Rescue Friends shelter, everyone is looking for a way to belong—kids and animals alike. From Epic! Originals, Animal Rescue Friends is a heartwarming, three-book graphic novel series filled with humor and furry friendships.Welcome to Animal Rescue Friends, where any stray can find a friendly face—furry or otherwise. This first collection of middle-grade comics includes five tales of found family: A lonely girl living in the suburbs finds happiness with a stray pit bull; a protective mama ferret and her six kits learn to trust a shelter volunteer; a shy boy stands up for himself with the help of a strong-willed bunny; a cantankerous cat helps to mend a troubled relationship; and the shelter's unofficial mascot eventually finds a home. Perfect for animal-loving kids, this adorable comics series will inspire and uplift.  Read more

Snuggle up at bedtime or anytime with Biscuit, the very first book about everyone's favorite little yellow puppy. This version of the classic story is a padded board book with a soft, padded cover and rounded edges, perfect to share with the smallest readers.It’s time for bed, but Biscuit doesn’t want to sleep! Before Biscuit gets into bed he wants one more snack, one more story, one more kiss. Will he ever go to sleep? Woof, woof!This familiar bedtime drama is perfect for shared reading at bedtime and makes for a lovely gift to new parents. Children love the warmth of the Biscuit stories, which have helped introduce generations of boys and girls to the joy of reading.This book was inspired by the author's daughter, who loved to dog-sit their neighbor’s huge golden retriever! Read more

From Shel Silverstein, the New York Times bestselling creator of Where the Sidewalk Ends and The Giving Tree, comes a riotous rhyming picture book about a boy and his giraffe!Featuring rhythmic verse and iconic illustrations, A Giraffe and a Half will leave every reader, young and old, laughing until the very end. Beloved for over fifty years, this classic captures Silverstein’s signature humor and style.If you had a giraffe and he stretched another half, you would have a giraffe and a half. But what happens if you glue a rose to the tip of his nose? Or if you used a chair to comb his hair? Join this giraffe on a rollicking and ridiculous journey that will charm readers from beginning to end. And don't miss Runny Babbit Returns, the new book from Shel Silverstein! Read more

A coming-of-age middle-grade graphic novel featuring a girl with severe allergies who just wants to find the perfect pet!At home, Maggie is the odd one out. Her parents are preoccupied with getting ready for a new baby, and her younger brothers are twins and always in their own world. Maggie loves animals and thinks a new puppy is the answer, but when she goes to select one on her birthday, she breaks out in hives and rashes. She's severely allergic to anything with fur!Can Maggie outsmart her allergies and find the perfect pet? With illustrations by Michelle Mee Nutter, Megan Wagner Lloyd draws on her own experiences with allergies to tell a heartfelt story of family, friendship, and finding a place to belong. Read more

Adrian Raeside has created a magical tale of adventure for pet lovers of all ages in The Rainbow Bridge. Using his gift for creating spunky characters, Raeside has created a valuable fable for anyone who cherishes the companionship of a family pet. Seven-year-old Rick and his beloved dog Koko are inseparable. They cavort in the swimming hole, chase each other through the fields, play fetch and wrestle. But their relationship changes as Koko grows old and his health declines. With Koko's passing, Rick is devastated. But then one night, he is woken by Buster, a flatulent but well-intentioned messenger dog, who suddenly appears at the boy's bedside. Buster ferries Rick to a magical paradise for pets where Rick is reunited with Koko; it fills Rick's heart with joy. It's a place where cats burrow through fields of catnip, no couch is off-limits to dogs and frisbees are flung endlessly. This mysterious adventure is truly a holiday miracle! Adrian Raeside captures the special bond between humans and their pets, and with marvelous illustrations, brings a gentle humour to a story that will resonate with children and pet lovers of all ages. Read more

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Available in paperback for the first time, the modern classic that introduced the beloved baby-sitting rottweiler to the world. Read more

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Erin Hunter’s #1 bestselling Warriors series continues! Discover more thrilling adventures in this third book in the Starless Clan arc.A crossroads for the Clans—and the warrior code!The warrior code now allows a cat to formally change Clans, but ShadowClan’s newest arrival feels increasingly unwelcome—and though ShadowClan warrior Sunbeam thinks every cat deserves a chance, one of the loudest voices of opposition is her own mother. Meanwhile medicine cat apprentice Frostpaw scrambles to help RiverClan stay afloat under the watchful eye of a second Tigerstar, and the shadow of growing conflict looms over them all… This seventh epic Warriors series is full of action, intrigue, and adventure—a perfect introduction for new readers and for long-time fans eager to discover what unfolds after the events of The Broken Code. Read more

What happens when a UNICORN CRASHES a Party in an unexpected way? This wildly funny and imaginative picture book celebrates being able to look at the positive side of things when things don't turn out exactly like you expected! Read more