All Pets Allowed

In this second volume of the Blackberry Farm series, twins Becket and Nicholas eagerly anticipate adopting new pets. Becket dreams of a lively dog, while Nicholas hopes for a calm cat. However, their chosen dog, Dibs, turns out to be incredibly shy, and their cat, Given, is surprisingly outgoing. The story gently explores themes of acceptance, managing expectations, and the unconditional love that develops when you embrace others for who they truly are. With charming black-and-white illustrations, it's a heartwarming read for children aged 4-11, perfect for sparking conversations about empathy and responsibility.

New dog, no tricks! Becket Branch has one birthday wish—a dog! Dogs are outgoing and friendly, and they live life loud, just like Becket. Becket’s twin, Nicholas, wants a pet more like him—a peaceful, quiet indoor cat. When their parents take them to the shelter to choose a dog and a cat, it should be Becket’s biggest BEAUTIFUL ALERT ever. But Becket’s dream dog, Dibs, turns out to be a super-shy scaredy-pooch. Meanwhile, Nicholas’s kitty, Given, loves being the center of attention and greeting visitors to Blackberry Farm. Can Becket and Nicholas learn how to love Dibs and Given as they are—even if they aren’t exactly the pets the twins dreamed of? With black-and-white drawings throughout by award-winning illustrator LeUyen Pham (Real Friends), this second volume of the Blackberry Farm series offers a gentle message about embracing new friends who may not match preconceived expectations.