2024 Dog Writers Association of America Winner in Two Categories: Children's Books (ages 4-7) and the Sleepypod Pet Safety Award Kids Around Dogs® (KAD) Approved Dive into the world of Porter, the affectionate Mastiff, Midge, the friendly Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and their devoted owners CJ and Lora as they embark on an enlightening journey, learning all about canine safety. Within these delightful pages, young readers will learn the art of approaching dogs with confidence and respect, while understanding the importance of seeking permission before petting. Through engaging rhymes and charming illustrations, children will discover the secrets to communicating with dogs in ways that make them feel secure and cherished. Porter and Midge: Paws for Safety is an absolute necessity for any child who adores dogs and dreams of becoming a responsible and caring pet owner. Join Porter and Midge in their heartwarming adventure and equip your child with the knowledge and compassion needed for a harmonious relationship with our furry friends. "Porter and Midge: Paws for Safety by Jennie Chen and Giselle Nevada is a fantastic book to teach kids how to interact safely with dogs. Too often, we see children running up to strange dogs and stroking or grabbing hold of them without a thought for the animal or their own safety. Written in rhyme, this story has some lovely illustrations to teach kids the right way to approach and pet a dog, not just a strange one but their own family pets, too. This isn't just for kids, though. Too many parents allow their kids to approach strange dogs and then berate the owner when the dog snaps, without a thought for the fact that their kid's actions may have scared the animal. I wish there were more books like this; they are such valuable reading material and really should be introduced to kids at school as well as at home." - Anne-Marie Reynolds for Readers' Favorite " Enhanced for the parents of a child with the inclusion of 'A Note to Parents', "Porter and Midge: Paws for Safety" is essential reading for any child who loves dogs and wants to become a responsible and caring pet owner of a canine companion of their own. Fun and informative, "Porter and Midge: Paws for Safety" is an especially and unreservedly recommended addition to family, elementary school, and community library Pet Care & Training collections for children ages 3-12 " - Midwest Book Review