Top 10 Books for Kids Who Love Animals

If your child lights up at the sight of a puppy, begs to visit the zoo, or dreams of being a vet, you’re in luck—there are plenty of amazing books for kids who love animals! At Owl Post Books, we’ve curated a list of our top 10 animal-themed books that entertain, educate, and inspire empathy in young readers. From board books for toddlers to exciting chapter books for tweens, this list has something for every animal lover.

For the youngest readers, board books featuring animals with fun textures and sounds are always a hit. Titles like Dear Zoo and That's Not My Puppy are included in our book subscription for ages 0–3, where little ones can explore animal names, sounds, and movements through playful storytelling.

For ages 4–7, we love picture books that mix humor and heart. Books like Giraffes Can’t Dance and Click, Clack, Moo introduce animal characters with big personalities and even bigger lessons. These are often found in our monthly book boxes for kids, paired with themed crafts that encourage hands-on creativity and connection to the stories.

Kids ages 8–10 will enjoy early chapter books that feature animals as heroes or companions. Series like Owl Diaries, The Puppy Place, and The Critter Club are favorites in this group and make regular appearances in our children’s book subscription. These books support developing readers while celebrating their love for furry, feathered, and finned friends.

Older readers, including tweens and young teens, may gravitate toward animal rescue stories, wildlife adventures, or fantasy books where animals play key roles. Titles like Warriors, The One and Only Ivan, and Because of Winn-Dixie foster deeper emotional connections and promote compassion—key traits we love encouraging through literature.

At Owl Post Books, we believe reading should reflect a child’s interests. That’s why our team includes books for kids who love animals in every age range. Whether your child is a future vet, wildlife biologist, or just obsessed with animals, our children’s book subscription makes it easy to keep their bookshelf full of stories they’ll adore.