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A Kids Book About Pets and Love by Taylor Hill

by Taylor Hill

Book Details

Publisher:Dorling Kindersley Ltd
Published:2025-11-06
Pages:66
Format:paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0241804353

Reading Info

Age Range:8-12

About This Book

Learn about what makes the bond between people and their pets so special! In A Kids Book About Pets & Love, supermodel and pet advocate Taylor Hill shares her heartfelt story about the love she shared with her dog, Tate, and how pets become family. This book celebrates the powerful connection we feel for our pets, explores the happiness they bring, and honours the grief we feel when it’s time to say goodbye. This book was made to help kids aged 5-9 understand and cherish the relationships they b

Our Review

This heartfelt exploration of the human-animal bond offers young readers a gentle yet honest look at the complete journey of loving a pet, from joyful companionship to navigating loss. Supermodel and pet advocate Taylor Hill draws from her personal experience with her dog Tate to create a meaningful narrative that validates children's deep connections with their animal companions. The book thoughtfully celebrates the everyday happiness pets bring while courageously addressing the difficult emotions that accompany saying goodbye. This emotional intelligence resource helps children understand their feelings during all stages of pet ownership.

What makes this book particularly valuable is its authentic voice and its willingness to approach pet loss with sensitivity and truthfulness, providing a supportive framework for difficult conversations. Children who have experienced the joy of having a furry family member will find their feelings mirrored and validated, while those anticipating or currently enjoying pet companionship will gain appreciation for these special relationships. The narrative's emotional honesty makes it an excellent tool for parents and caregivers to help children process both the happiness and the heartache that comes with loving animals. This compassionate approach to the full cycle of pet relationships offers genuine comfort and understanding for young animal lovers navigating complex emotions.

Themes

Juvenile Nonfiction

Subjects

Juvenile Nonfiction