Thank You, God, for Puppies — Mary Manz Simon

More than half of American homes include a pet, and they are often beloved companions to the children in the home. More importantly, through God's gift of animals, a child can experience unconditional love and develop a sense of responsibility and empathy. Here, in sweet rhyming verse and art, children will discover-and rediscover-the many ways in which puppies bring us joy. Being greeted by a puppy's wagging tail is truly a blessing from God in a furry package.