Smartypants Sheltie

A parent might reach for this book when their child feels like their unique skills go unnoticed or when they need a story celebrating quiet intelligence and loyalty. Smartypants is a seemingly ordinary Sheltie who has a big secret: he can read minds. He and his human, Lily, live in a town that is secretly home to magical creatures like unicorns and dragons. When a baby dragon goes missing, Smartypants must use his hidden talent to solve the mystery and clear an innocent unicorn's name. This gentle fantasy for ages 8-12 is a warm, funny story about friendship, seeing beyond first impressions, and recognizing that even the quietest among us can be heroes. It’s a perfect entry point into fantasy for young animal lovers.