I seem to be reading lots of books about dogs to my students. Even if they're not dog lovers, there's some awesome, pawsome tales (tails! 🤪) in this list!
A funny tale of a family pet who keeps everyone awake at night in his misson to find his love far, far away. (Affiliate link)
It's Only Stanley by Jon Agee
Chris Haughton creates minimal illustrations and a great tale of remembering to do the right thing told through the eyes of George the dog.(affiliate link)
Oh No, George! by Chris Haughton
A timeless classic, Hairy McClary and his friends will entertain children with his antics and street attitude. (Affiliate link)
Hairy Maclary From Donaldson's Dairy
Fun illustrations full with things to find and see, rhyming verses and a beautiful message of being who you are. This book is great for lingering longer and playing “I spy” especially at the end of the book. Example question: Can you find the dog wit...
Odd Dog Out by Rob Biddulph
Beautifully illustrated, perfect for hot city dwellers in summer. (Affiliate link)
Hot Dog by Doug Salati
Fun collage style illustrations go hand in hand with a story of trying to find a happy medium while helping others. (Affiliate link)
I Want a Dog! By Helga Bransch
For young learners, the Spot series is a great place to start, especially a book with flaps to lift up! ESL students up to 7 years old love Spot. (Affiliate link).
Where's Spot? A Lift-the-Flap Book
This funny picture book about the strong-willed dog who really doesn't want a bath stands the test of time. Harry the Dirty Dog is over 50 years old and still going strong!
Harry the Dirty Dog
Great for young learners, simple language, with numbers, colors, and opposites like big/little, up/down, in/out, over/under.
