Books like Teacher's Pet by Ann M. Martin

A humorous middle‑grade graphic tale in which a police dog and his human partner merge into the wacky, crime‑fighting hero Dog Man, sparking silly adventures and capers across the city.

When ten‑year‑old Opal arrives in Naomi, Florida, she discovers friendship, community, and the healing power of a big ugly dog named Winn‑Dixie during her first summer in town.

Taggish the famed canine hero of Jack London’s classic adventure, The Call of the Wild, is uprooted from a comfortable home in California and forced into brutal sled work in the Yukon, where he must confront survival, the call of wilderness, and the pull of his wolf ancestry.

A Dog's Purpose follows a beloved dog through four reincarnated lives, exploring love, family, and the search for meaning in each life.

A devoted dog reflects on life, love, and racing while watching his owner, a race car driver, navigate family trials and professional ambition.

Big Nate is the president of P.S. 38, a cartooning club. When he sees Mighty Jefferson Middle School win in a contest, he decides it's time to become a hero. Will Nate lead P.S. 38 to its biggest victory ever?

Rafe Khatchadorian arrives at Camp Wannamorra, where he and his bunkmates must contend with the popular kids who try to sabotage their summer, turning boredom into adventure and friendship.

A 5th grader in a city high school faces the challenges of competition, new friends, and the demands of an artistic program.

A ninth‑grade drama teacher’s plan to unite two reluctant children in a classroom Shakespeare production turns unexpectedly into a heartwarming lesson on friendship and love.

Jamie Grim spends a summer turning obstacles into laughs as she aims to become the next stand‑up comedian.

A moving verse‑novel about Jack, a shy young boy who discovers the power of poetry and learning to voice his feelings through his conversation with his dog.

A middle‑school girl discovers that following her passions—both on the softball field and in the kitchen—makes life taste sweeter and friendships stronger.

Olive, a quiet sea‑side child, struggles to fit in until Pip, a brash new friend, shows her a world of possibility.

Fifteen-year-old Michael and his friend Francis feel betrayed when a school bully learns of their secret fantasy world, Evgard. Their plan for revenge puts the boys and the imagined realm at serious risk.

364 pages ; 22 cmHL730L Lexile

"When T.D. adds Martha's name to the substitute teacher list at Wagstaff Elementary, not even he expects a talking dog to actually fill in for Mrs. Clusky. Never one to ignore the call of duty, Martha takes the class under her wing-- er, paw-- but Helen's not sure their friendship survive Martha's teaching style. [And], is it cheating if a Spanish-speaking dog helps you with your homework? Fun word activities included!"--Page 4 of cover.

Alexis Becker runs the Cupcake Club’s business side, but a crush on Matt Taylor throws her plans and friendships into a delightful mess.

The story of a family in the making and the wondrously neurotic dog who taught them what really matters in life. Is it possible for humans to discover the key to happiness through a bigger-than-life, bad-boy dog? Just ask the Grogans. John and Jenny were just beginning their life together. They were young and in love, with a perfect little house and not a care in the world. Then they brought home Marley, a wriggly yellow furball of a puppy. Life would never be the same. Marley quickly grew into a barreling, ninety-seven-pound streamroller of a Labrador retriever. He crashed through screen doors, gouged through drywall, and stole women's undergarments. Obedience school did no good--Marley was expelled. And yet his heart was pure. Just as Marley joyfully refused any limits on his behavior, his love and loyalty were boundless, too. A dog like no other, Marley remained steadfast, a model of devotion, even when his family was at its wit's end. Unconditional love, they would learn, comes in many forms.

In the halls of the private “Rotten School,” a faux‑angel named Angel Goodeboy claims innocence, yet he sows chaos, entertaining classmates, pets and a perplexed roommate Bernie, who must outwit the mischief‑making angel to restore order.

After the death of her best friend Aubrey, Dara faces her senior year of high school while grieving and navigating the painful sight of Aubrey's brother Ethan each day.