The Gryphon Press is committed to publishing beautifully illustrated children’s picture books that have received numerous awards and accolades. These books center around the vital theme of the human-animal bond, aiming to instill empathy for animals and motivate children to become advocates for animal welfare. The organization’s overarching mission is to shed light on the pressing issues faced by animals—be they domestic, wild, or farmed—while fostering a deep sense of empathy for all forms of animal life.
To further the cause, they extend significant discounts to schools and academic organizations that are interested in integrating the program into their curriculum. The Gryphon Press’s diverse range of titles delves into crucial topics within animal protection, such as the joys and responsibilities of pet ownership, addressing animal abuse and neglect, imparting empathy to children, managing overpopulation, eradicating puppy mills, promoting responsible pet adoption, and advocating for the respect of wildlife and their habitats. Additionally, each book is accompanied by a complimentary Gryphon classroom guide that aligns with the United States Common Core Standards, providing educators with valuable resources to incorporate these materials into their teaching.
“Eliminating the cycle of animal abuse and neglect begins with our younger generations so we encourage all teachers and educators to embrace this program that is rooted in kindness,” said Dana Buchwald, JD., LLM and co-publisher. “We are grateful for the enthusiastic letters from parents and children about our books, as well as the endorsement of humane educators–a group of teachers who, for the most part, are employed by shelters and humane education groups to teach children about responsible behavior towards animals as well as towards other people.”
The Association of Professional Humane Educators, the National Humane Education Society, and The Institute for Humane Education all recommend the books. Gryphon Books are also used by Local Humane Societies, Shelters, and Rescues Nationwide to teach about proper pet care as well as how to prevent cruelty to animals. The Stop Puppy Mills campaign of the Humane Society of the United States includes the Gryphon Press books: A Home for Dakota, the award-winning story of a rescued puppy mill breeding dog; Maggie’s Second Chance; and Buddy Unchained, as part of their ”Nose to Tail” humane issues series for elementary-aged students.