Prairie Paws Project
Because Every Child Deserves A Bedtime Story
Because Every Child Deserves A Bedtime Story
Placing stories of belonging into the hands
of children who need them most.
Every child deserves stories that remind them they are loved, valued, and never alone.
That's why the Prairie Paws Project provides books at no cost to schools, libraries, hospitals, foster care agencies, and nonprofit organizations serving children whenever funding allows.
If your organization would like to share Prairie Paws stories, we'd be honored to hear from you.
Our Promise
We believe every child deserves stories that comfort rather than shame.
Stories that celebrate differences rather than erase them.
Stories that remind children they belong exactly as they are.
Whenever possible, Prairie Paws books are provided at no cost, so families, schools, libraries, and organizations can focus on what matters most—reading together.
Meet The Real Prairie Paws!
Six real dogs. Six different personalities. Six reminders that there is more than one way to belong.
Cautious. Thoughtful. Observant.
I don't always go first.
I like to watch.
I like to think.
I like to know the world is safe before I jump in.
And that's okay.
Some adventures begin with running. Others begin by watching. Both are brave.
Gentle. Brave. Learning to trust.
Sometimes people hurt us.
Sometimes people heal us.
I learned that love doesn't rush.
It waits...
until we're ready.
Athletic. Loving. Smart.
I run fast.
I jump high.
I chase balls like it's the Olympics.
But my favorite thing?
Running back to the people I love.
Energetic. Kind. Everyone's Friend.
Life is exciting!
Let's go!
Let's play!
Let's meet everyone!
The world is a much happier place when nobody gets left out.
Curious. Sweet. Brave every day.
I ask questions with my nose.
I wonder about everything.
Some days my body asks me to slow down...
but my heart and mind never stops exploring.
Fearful. Courageous. Doing things anyway.
I'm scared about a lot of things.
So...
I take one little step.
Then another.
Pretty soon...
I realize I was brave all along.
Every child deserves to hear the words,
"Let's read one more story."
Through the Prairie Paws Project, beautifully illustrated books are donated to children's hospitals, schools, libraries, foster care agencies, counseling programs, and organizations serving children facing difficult circumstances.
Your sponsorship helps place stories of comfort, courage, belonging, and hope into the hands of children—completely free of charge.
One book can become a favorite bedtime story.
One story can begin an important conversation.
One story can change a childhood.
Prairie Paws Project creates and donates beautifully illustrated children's books to children's hospitals, schools, libraries, foster care agencies, literacy programs, counselors, and families facing difficult seasons.
Every book is given free of charge because comfort, belonging, and hope should never depend on a family's ability to pay.
Bring Prairie Paws To Your Organization
Every child deserves a bedtime story.
If your organization serves children, we'd love to help place Prairie Paws books into the hands of the young people you serve.
We would be honored to provide Prairie Paws books free of charge.
To request complimentary books please email us with:
Organization name
Contact person
Shipping address
Number of children served
Approximate number of books requested
Because supplies are limited, requests are reviewed based on available inventory and funding.
Email at alairishamilton@prairiepawsproject.org
Every child deserves a bedtime story.
Thank you for helping us share stories of kindness, belonging, and hope.