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Annie the Golden Learns to Hike Annie the Golden is ready for her biggest adventure yet, a sunny hike with her best friends! But when the trail gets steep, Annie wonders if she’s brave enough to keep going. With a wagging tail and a little help from her friends, Annie learns that being brave means being smart: staying on the trail, drinking water, listening to grown-ups, and knowing when to bark for help. This heartwarming story celebrates curiosity, friendship, and the joy of exploring nature, while gently teaching simple hiking safety tips every child can understand. Perfect for bedtime reading, nature walks, or sparking conversations about confidence and staying safe outdoors. Vibrant illustrations of an adorable golden retriever puppy make this an uplifting social-emotional learning (SEL) picture book for young explorers. Ideal for parents and teachers looking for: • Golden retriever children’s books • Puppy hiking adventure stories • Children’s hiking safety books • Brave puppy picture books ages 3–9 • Nature exploration kids books with SEL lessons Join Annie on the trail, where every step builds courage and every bark says “I’m ready to hike!”