" Harvey's Favorite Day: The Adventures of a Rottweiler Pup is a fun, read along book. The story is told from the point of view of the dog, taking Harvey from the tumble and warmth of nursing with eight puppy siblings to meeting, moving in with, and getting to know and like his kind new master. and shows him doing everyday activities as it reveals his all-encompassing zest for life.

It's a particularly good choice for children whose families are about to adopt a new dog, but its message of greeting big changes with joy makes this an appropriate pick for all young children, whether...