Did you ever wonder why your dog sleeps so much? Perhaps your dog is bored. Maybe it’s raining and your dog can’t go outside. On days like this, you can always read a book. But most dogs can’t read, even the smart ones. There is something really nice you can do for your dog, however. Sara Swan Miller and True Kelley have joined forces to create three new and funny dog adventures. Read your dog the stories in this book—and always remember to pet your dog while you read!

Stories addressed to dogs and written from a dog's point of view, featuring such topics as a burglar, bones, and running free.

Is your teddy bear awfully quiet? Does he just sit on your bed and stare at the wall? Maybe he is bored. When you’re bored, you can read a book, but Teddy can’t. Or can he? . . . Maybe you should read this story out loud to your teddy bear. He may blush, though, because you’ll find out about all the things he does when you leave for school. Just make sure to hug your furry friend when you’re done reading—even teddy bears make mistakes! Sara Swan Miller and True Kelly, author and illustrator of Three Stories You Can Read to Your Cat and Three Stories You Can Read to Your Dog, have done it again with three comical new stories—this time about teddy bears. Who knew that teddy bears are just as adventurous as cats and dogs?

Here's a book that will make dog owners sit up and beg for more. It's Leigh Anne Jasheway'sBedtime Stories For Dogs, a hilarious volume for pampered pets and their human parents. From tales like "The Three Little Pugs" to "Snow White and the Seven Chihuahuas,"Bedtime Storiesentertains everyone who's ever had--or loved--a spoiled canine.The tales inBedtime Storiesare written just the way dogs like things--they're short and simple, they have happy endings, they usually involve food, and they frequently refer to things that smell really awful.Each one of these stories was proofed (and woofed) by the author's two wiener dogs: "If they didn't give a story two paws up and two tails wagging, it was back to the drawing board," she says. This is the perfect treat for anyone:*Whose dog has control of the remote (and flips when watching dog food commercials*Whose dog occasionally allows him to sleep in the bed (but only if he doesn't hog the covers!)*Who doesn't even notice the dog hairs in their food*Who carries their dog when he gets windedAnyone who has a canine companion will want this charming book. It's a bow-wow bedtime bible!

The New York Times bestseller featured on THE TODAY SHOW! A heart-tugging dog adoption story told through letters--deeply sincere and almost desperate pleas for a forever home--from the dog, himself! This picture book shares the tale of Arfy, a homeless mutt who lives in a box in an alley. Arfy writes to every person on Butternut Street about what a great pet he'd make. His letters to prospective owners share that he's house broken! He has his own squeaky bone! He can learn to live with cats! But, no one wants him. Won't anyone open their heart--and home--to a lonesome dog? Readers will be happily surprised to learn just who steps up to adopt Arfy. Troy Cummings's hilarious and touching story is a perfect gift for a child wanting a dog, and for pet adoption advocates. It also showcases many different styles of letter writing, making it appealing to parents and teachers looking to teach the lost art of written communication. "It's an instant classic in our household." --#1 New York Times bestselling author Sarah J. Maas

Stories addressed to cats and written from a cat's point of view, featuring such topics as birthday presents, snow, and breakfast.

Laura Vaccaro Seeger's highly praised concept books have introduced children to colors, opposites, emotions, and the alphabet. Now she guides children on the first steps to reading with three sweet, funny stories about a stuffed bear and a frisky dachshund who happen to be best friends. Simple, engaging texts and bright, colorful pictures make this a perfect book for emergent readers to read by themselves or to share with friends. And in Dog and Bear, readers will discover two chaming characters, ready to take their place on the shelves next to Henry and Mudge, Frog and Toad, and George and Martha. Dog and Bear: Two Friends, Three Stories is the winner of the 2007 Boston Globe - Horn Book Award for Picture Books. This title has Common Core connections.