Books like 'Jagger, the Dog from Elsewhere'
Readers who enjoyed Jagger, the Dog from Elsewhere by Alexander Key also liked the following books featuring the same tropes, story themes, relationship dynamics and character types.
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Lady and the Tramp: a Little Golden Book by Teddy Slater
Rated: 4.36 of 5 stars · 28 ratingsWhat do you get when you combine a dog from the wrong side of the tracks with a pampered pooch? One of the most beloved animated films of all time! Disney's Lady and the Tramp is being rereleased as a Diamond Edition Blu-Ray and DVD in spring 2012. New and old fans of the movie will love the full-color Little Golden Book retelling of this delightful doggie tale... -
The Battle for Crystal Castle (Geronimo Stilton and the Kingdom of Fantasy #13) by Geronimo Stilton
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsFairies, dragons, wizards, and more await Geronimo on every magical Kingdom of Fantasy adventure! I, Geronimo Stilton, was surprised to be pulled back into the Kingdom of fantasy!The Harmony Stone had been stolen from the Crystal Castle. Without it the entire empire was at it's weakest. The Invisible Army was sure to launch an attack...Categorized as:
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The Evertree by Marie Lu
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 18 ratingsEverything comes to a head in this seventh book in the New York Times bestselling series. The world of Erdas will be changed forever.Conor, Abeke, Meilin, and Rollan were once ordinary kids. Then they discovered that they had spirit animals-wise and powerful partners who granted them with amazing gifts . . . and a legendary responsibility... -
Circle of Heroes by Adam Jay Epstein, Andrew Jacobson
Rated: 4.36 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsCan the familiars bring magic back to the queendom?Vastia is in a state of war. Led by the evil Paksahara, whose command of the Shifting Fortress gives her nearly unstoppable power, an army of undead animals is wreaking havoc on the queendom. With human magic still gone, it's up to the three prophesized familiars--Aldwyn, Skylar, and Gilbert--to capture the fortress and bring Paksahara down... -
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In a Jar by Deborah Marcero
Rated: 4.36 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsLlewellyn, a little rabbit, is a collector. He gathers things in jars--ordinary things like buttercups, feathers, and heart-shaped stones. Then he meets another rabbit, Evelyn, and together they begin to collect extraordinary things--like rainbows, the sound of the ocean, and the wind just before snow falls...Categorized as:
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Rain Before Rainbows by Smriti Prasadam-Halls
Rated: 4.36 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsFor anyone going through a difficult passage, this uplifting, beautifully illustrated picture book is about finding optimism in the darkest of places.Rain before rainbows, clouds before sun, night before daybreak--a new day's begun... -
Piégés by Victoria E. Schwab
Rated: 4.31 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsConor, Abéké, Meilin et Rolan figurent parmi les rares élus à avoir un animal totem. Leur mission consiste à protéger leur monde, Erdas. Mais une force obscure, endormie depuis des siècles sous la surface, émerge à Erdas... -
A Tale of Two Beasts by Fiona Roberton
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsA little girl rescues a strange beast in the woods and carries him safely home. But the beast is not happy and escapes! A funny and charming tale about seeing both sides of the story... -
The Super Chef Contest by Geronimo Stilton
Rated: 4.29 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsEach Geronimo Stilton book is fast-paced, with lively full-color art and a unique format kids 7-10 will love.My cousin Trap was entering the Super Chef Contest, which determines the best cook on Mouse Island -- and he was bringing me along as an assistant! Slimy Swiss cheese, I don't know the first thing about cooking fancy dishes . . . and I didn't think Trap did, either... -
邪神真相 by Eliot Schrefer
Rated: 4.29 of 5 stars · 30 ratingsDeep in the desert there sits a beautiful oasis, ruled by a monarch unlike any other in Erdas. His name is Cabaro, the Great Lion, and he reigns over a kingdom of animals, jealously guarding his golden talisman. No human has ever set foot in the Great Beast's territory. The journey to his oasis is impossible. As a team, Conor, Abeke, Meilin, and Rollan have achieved the impossible before... -
The Silver Swamp: A Branches Book by Katrina Charman
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsTag and Skyla must rescue Blaze, in this action-packed fantasy adventure series!Pick a book. Grow a Reader!This series is part of Scholastic's early chapter book line, Branches, aimed at newly independent readers. With easy-to-read text, high-interest content, fast-paced plots, and illustrations on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and stamina... -
Uki and the Outcasts by Kieran Larwood
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratings'EXCELLENT,' says the bard. 'It's probably a good idea for you to know about him.' 'Wait . . . him? Who's him?' said Rue. 'Uki,' says the bard. 'Uki Patchwork. The Magpie Demon. Uki of the Two Furs.' From the Ice Wastes beyond the Cinder Wall emerges an unlikely hero...Categorized as:
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Survivors: Sweet's Journey by Erin Hunter
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsA sixty-page novella set in the world of the bestselling, action-packed Survivors series by Erin Hunter! This original prequel brings readers a behind-the-scenes look at the story of Sweet, and how she came to be the fearless Beta of the Wild Pack.When the Big Growl struck and changed Lucky's world forever, he escaped the ruins of the longpaw city with Sweet by his side... -
Untitled by Nick Eliopulos
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsThis trilogy of e-shorts shines a light on one of the most compelling--and dangerous--villains of the NEW YORK TIMES bestselling series.Now and then, to accomplish something great, you have to do something bad. Shane intends to end the conflict that's devastating Erdas... and to achieve that, he's just done something very bad...Categorized as:
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Clifford the Small Red Puppy by Norman Bridwell
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 24 ratingsIntroducing Clifford Beginning Books featuring classic Clifford stories in a paper-over-board format priced at only $3.99!How did Clifford become such a big red dog? Read and find out how a simple wish from Emily Elizabeth led to Clifford's amazing growth, in this reissue of a classic Clifford book... -
Geronimo Stilton #60: The Treasure of Easter Island by Geronimo Stilton
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsHoley cheese—my sister, Thea, was in danger! She had traveled to Easter Island in search of a secret treasure, and now she needed my help. There was no time to lose! My friends and I hopped on a plane to begin our search, aided by a map and a mysterious riddle. What an exciting adventure!Each Geronimo Stilton book is fast-paced, with lively full-color art and a unique format kids 7–10 will love... -
Immortal Guardians by Eliot Schrefer
Rated: 4.19 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsIn the world of Erdas, every child must discover if they will summon a spirit animal, a rare and incredible gift. Conor, Abeke, Meilin, and Rollan were rare even among those few. They summoned four animals who were once Great Beasts, immortal guardians who sacrificed everything to end a brutal war... -
Skippyjon Jones and the Big Bones by Judy Schachner
Rated: 4.19 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsAnother fun read-along from Skippyjon Jones and Puffin Storytime book-and-CD library The "New York Times" bestselling Skippyjon Jones books were made to be read aloud, and so we're adding a fourth title, "Skippyjon Jones and the Big Bones," to the Puffin Storytime collection. The Puffin picture book is accompanied by a compact disc that features an animated reading of the story by the author... -
Wolf in the Snow by Matthew Cordell
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 18 ratingsWinner of the 2018 Caldecott MedalA girl is lost in a snowstorm. A wolf cub is lost, too. How will they find their way home?Paintings rich with feeling tell this satisfying story of friendship and trust. Wolf in the Snow is a book set on a wintry night that will spark imaginations and warm hearts, from Matthew Cordell, author of Trouble Gum and Another Brother... -
Сафари пун опасности by Thea Stilton, Теа Стилтон
Rated: 4.28 of 5 stars · 21 ratingsJoin Thea Stilton and the Thea Sisters on this adventure packed with mystery and friendship!The Thea Sisters are in Kenya on a photo safari! The mouselets love exploring the magnificent landscape and learning about the animals on the reserve they're visiting... -
Cloud Capers by Sue Bentley
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsJessica is really disappointed when she can?t stay at home with her best friend for a sleepover... -
The Stolen Crystals by Paula Harrison
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThe Rescue Princesses are having such fun staying with Jaminta! The Kingdom of Onica is amazing, with its Cloud Mountain and the tiny baby panda who lives there…The mountain is also home to the lost Onica Crystals. But someone is out to steal them – someone who won’t let a baby panda stand in their way...Categorized as:
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Falling into Magic by Elizabeth Pantley
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsAn accidental journey through a magic mirror. A portal to an enchanted land. A mysterious family she never knew she had. Hayden's life is upended with the wonder of Destiny Falls. But it is tainted by the danger that brought her here and that threatens her newfound family...Categorized as:
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Untitled by Nick Eliopulos
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThis trilogy of e-shorts shines a light on one of the most compelling--and dangerous--villains of the NEW YORK TIMES bestselling series.The war is over and Erdas is rebuilding. It seems everyone is celebrating a new age of peace.Everyone except Shane. Shane wants revenge.The young Conqueror is on the hunt, tracking a target who knows his every move before it happens...Categorized as:
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Can I Give You a Squish? by Emily Neilson
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsAn important lesson about consent for over-exuberant little huggers, nestled inside this lighthearted, summery story about expressions of love and friendship.Kai is a little mer-boy who's big on hugs--or "squishes," as he and his mama call them... -
Katt vs. Dogg by James Patterson, Chris Grabenstein
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsFor anyone who loves cats, dogs (or both!), James Patterson's most pawsome story ever is set in a society defined by the oldest rivalry in the world: katts versus doggs! Oscar is a happy dogg---a rambunctious kid who loves being a Dogg Scout. Thanks to his family, he knows that snobby katts are good for nothing but chasing up trees... -
Tumble Bumble by Felicia Bond
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsWritten and illustrated by Felicia Bond, the illustrator of the bestselling If You Give... series, Tumble Bumble is a fun-filled tale of a tiny bug who goes for a walk and meets all kinds of creatures!When a tiny bug decides to go for a walk, anything can happen! He might meet a cat, a crocodile, a pig, or even a bee to dance and play with, and that means more friends for everyone... -
Help, I'm in Hot Lava! by Geronimo Stilton
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsGeronimo Stilton's ancient ancestor Geronimo Stiltonoot is back in another prehistoric adventure!Geronimo Stiltonoot and his family are off to find a cure for Grandma Ratrock's aches and pains. She's heard that a remedy hides in Cheesy-La, a legendary valley that Geronimo isn't even sure exists...Categorized as:
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Attaco Alla Statua D'oro! by Geronimo Stilton
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsEach Geronimo Stilton book is fast-paced, with lively full-color art and a unique format kids 7-10 will love.Rancid rat hairs, the cat pirates are coming to town! They're planning on stealing New Mouse City's Statue of Liberty and taking it back to Cat Island. They think it's completely made of gold! My friends and I are determined to protect our city's precious symbol... -
George and Martha One Fine Day by James Marshall
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsFive new episodes in the friendship of two hippos: "The Tight Rope," "The Diary," "The Icky Story," "The Big Scare," "The Amusement Park... -
Claymates by Dev Petty, Lauren Eldridge
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsMeet the claymates: two balls of clay that can become anything—even best friends!What can you do with two blobs of clay? Create something amazing! But don't leave them alone for too long. Things might get a little crazy.In this photographic friendship adventure, the claymates squish, smash, and sculpt themselves into the funniest shapes imaginable... -
Memoirs of a Hamster by Devin Scillian, Tim Bowers
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsNight 1 / My life is perfect. / I have a bowl full of seeds, a cozy pile of wood shavings, and room to run. / I'm never leaving here. / Question: Who's the luckiest hamster in the world? / Answer: ME! Seymour the hamster has the perfect life. He has a spacious cage, a constant food supply, and a FuzzyBoy 360 exercise wheel that lets him run to his heart's content. Life could not be better...Categorized as:
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Walt Disney's The Jungle Book by Walt Disney Company
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsRelive Walt Disney's 19th full-length animated feature in this beautiful, hardcover, 96-page classic storybook that accurately captures the movie magic and places it right into a child's hands. With every turn of a page, adventure unfolds to create memories that will last a lifetime... -
Clifford and the Big Storm by Norman Bridwell
Rated: 4.14 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsLovable, reliable Clifford comes to the rescue when a hurricane strikes. Once again, the heroism and humor of America's favorite Big Red Dog saves the day--and Emily Elizabeth's grandparents' home--when the big storm comes... -
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Little Elliot, Big City by Mike Curato
Rated: 4.14 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsWhether it's meeting that special friend, or finally getting that long-awaited cupcake, it's the little things that count in this sweet story of a little polka-dotted elephant, Mike Curato's Little Elliot, Big City .Amid the hustle and bustle of the big city, the big crowds and bigger buildings, Little Elliot leads a quiet life... -
In the City of Dreams by Tony Abbott
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThe secret is out --- DROON is the series that kids, parents, and teachers are talking about! There are now over 10 million DROON books in print.Eric has been wounded during an epic battle with Ko and his beasts. Now, the young wizard lies in a coma, trapped in a dream-state halfway between fantasy and reality... -
Alexa the Fashion Reporter Fairy by Daisy Meadows
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThe fashion reporter from the Tippington Times is having a terrible day - she muddles up her words, forgets her notepad and generally gets in a fluster...Categorized as:
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Molly Twinkletail Runs Away by Daisy Meadows
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsFrom the mind of Daisy Meadows comes a new fantasy world, with the same great magical voice as Rainbow Magic but brand-new adventures!Best friends Jess and Lily visit Friendship Forest, where animals can talk and magic exists!The girls are excited to go to the Friendship Forest fair, but Grizelda the witch wants to spoil everyone's fun! When her sneaky helpers, the Boggits, trick little Molly... -
Matilda the Hair Stylist Fairy by Daisy Meadows
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsKirsty and Rachel are excited to be entering a charity fashion show where children get to show off their own designs...Categorized as:
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Bella Tabbypaw in Trouble by Daisy Meadows
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsFrom the mind of Daisy Meadows comes a new fantasy world, with the same great magical voice as Rainbow Magic but brand-new adventures!Best friends Jess and Lily visit Friendship Forest, where animals can talk and magic exists!The girls can't wait to have a sleepover in Friendship Forest! But when brave little Bella TabbyPaw gets into trouble with the witch Grizelda's helpers, the Boggits, can... -
Jennifer the Babysitter Fairy by Daisy Meadows
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsJennifer the Babysitter Fairy keeps all babies safe and happy. That is, until her three magical objects disappear! With Jennifer's precious items missing, all fairy and human children are naughty and upset...Categorized as:
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The Blue Balloon by Mick Inkpen
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratings"The Blue Balloon now celebrates its tenth anniversary and continues to sell thousands of copies every year. The story of a little boy, his dog, and a very unusual balloon, it is a classic to be treasured and read again and again. Just unfold the pages and watch the book grow.. -
My Monster Burrufu by Alberto Corral
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsSeven-year-old Olivia has just moved to a new house—the same house where a lonely monster named Burrufu lives hidden in a secret attic. One night, unable to resist the smell of delicious cookies, Burrufu sneaks out and is discovered by Olivia. The two soon learn that you can find friendship in the most unexpected places... -
Ariel Makes Waves (Disney Princess Beginnings, #3) by Liz Marsham
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsDisney Princess Ariel and two of her sisters are swept out to sea by an enormous wave in this all-new story! Lost and with no clue how to get home, the young girls encounter many new things... -
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The Genie King by Tony Abbott
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThe secret is out--DROON is the series that kids, parents, and teachers are talking about! There are now over 9 million DROON books in print.Neal, Julie, and Keeah are on a quest to find the wizard Galen and his all-powerful Moon Medallion. But this is no ordinary mission, for the Moon Medallion is hidden in no ordinary place... -
The Reindeer Wish by Lori Evert, Per Breiehagen
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsNew York Times bestselling duo Lori Evert and Per Breiehagen (The Christmas Wish and The Tiny Wish) sweep us back into their enchanting world with yet another breathtaking adventure featuring their daughter, Anja. When Anja discovers an abandoned reindeer baby in the woods, she cares for it and raises it as her own... -
Corgiville Fair by Tasha Tudor
Rated: 4.13 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsA charming, classic animal tale with plenty of heart--and plenty of corgis!In Corgiville, as in many small towns all over America, the biggest event of the year is the fair. And the most exciting thing at the Corgiville Fair is the goat race! Caleb Corgi has spent months training his goat, Josephine, for the big event... -
Florence the Friendship Fairy by Daisy Meadows
Rated: 4.13 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsFlorence the Friendship Fairy has a very important job - she makes sure that friendships in Fairyland and the human world are looked after. But mean Jack Frost steals Florence's three magical items and hides them...Categorized as:
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The Not-a-Pig by Polly Faber
Rated: 4.13 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsAn unlikely friendship blossoms between Mango, a little girl with an assortment of talents, and Bambang, an Asian tapir.Mango Allsorts is good at all sorts of things, not just karate and chess. Bambang is most definitely not-a-pig and is now lost in a very busy city. When the two unexpectedly meet, a friendship begins... -
Poopsie Gets Lost by Hannah E Harrison
Rated: 4.13 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsA fluffy, nap-loving cat goes on the (fur-raising!) outing of a lifetime in this funny and gorgeously illustrated adventure about finding your inner tough kitty.Poopsie the cat spends her days licking her paws and rubbing her ears and looking fluffy, until the pushy narrator of this story pressures her to do something a little less boring...
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