A picture book for ages 5–8

Hello, Paw Paws!

The warm, kid-friendly guide to greeting dogs safely — so every hello between your child and a dog is a happy one.

More than a book. Hello Paw Paws is a warm, inclusive children’s brand helping families raise confident and empathetic dog lovers — through stories, dog-safety education, and gentle conversation starters that continue long after the last page. One book opens a larger conversation into a joyful world of caring.

💛 Teaches empathy & kindness

🐾 Safe-greeting steps kids remember

🌈 Inclusive, diverse families

📖 “Paws & Reflect” questions inside

What your child will learn

Big lessons, gentle delivery

Three simple habits that turn nervous moments into kind, confident hellos.

Ask first

Always check with the owner before saying hello — kindness starts with a question.

Read the dog

Look for a relaxed body, a soft face, and calm, comfortable behavior. If a dog turns away, that’s a gentle “not right now.”

Be gentle & kind

Slow hands, soft voices, and plenty of space make dogs feel safe — and kids too.

Meet Mia

Follow Mia as she meets the neighborhood dogs

Join Mia, a curious and caring girl, as she learns to greet Bella the Beagle, a friendly Golden, and more — discovering that the kind way is always the safe way.

A heartwarming story that opens the door to important family conversations.

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Paws & Reflect

Keep the conversation going

Every Hello Paw Paws book ends with Paws & Reflect — gentle questions that help families keep talking about kindness, safety, and empathy after storytime. Here are a few to kickstart the learning:

How can you tell when a dog feels calm and comfortable?
What is a kind way to ask for permission before saying hello?
What are a few things you could do if a dog wants some space?

Loved by parents, teachers, and librarians — a gentle way to build empathy, confidence, and social-emotional learning.

Our mission

“A heart-led way to keep both our furry friends and our youngest family members safer — one short story at a time.”

— The Hello Paw Paws mission

★★★★★

“A good book where children learn to respect a dog’s space, and that every dog has its own personality depending on breed and size. A very educational book!”

— Verified reader

Ready to say hello the kind way?

Hello, Paw Paws is available now in full-color softcover — 32 pages of warmth, empathy, and safe-greeting fun.

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