10 best picture books for children

10. 'Officer Buckle and Gloria,' written and illustrated by Peggy Rathmann

Officer Buckle's safety lectures are a snooze, until police dog Gloria – a natural actress – is added to his program. At first Officer Buckle is hurt when he learns that his increased popularity has nothing to do with his prowess and everything to do with Gloria's antics behind his back. However, the story's ending demonstrates that man and pup need each other in order to succeed. 

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