Nature and animal stories Books

Age range 5 to 9Kids will get lost in the visually stunning, imaginative world of this wordless picture book!In this colourful and moving portrait told from the up-close perspectives of a young girl and a grasshopper, a garden comes alive creatures,...

Age range 9+Paul is ten years old and lives with his aunt and uncle. Bruce, an old family friend, suddenly reappears after three years of silence, eager to keep a promise he made to Paul to take him on a three-day mountain trek.Paul longs for Bruce's...

Age range 5 to 9A young boy shares exciting facts and stories about the peoples, plants, and animals who inhabit the Amazon rainforest. In this original, uplifting book from one of Argentina's most acclaimed children's writers, a young boy...

Age range 3 to 6A book to inspire children to hunt for treasures in the natural world. Little Bear is a treasure finder. And he finds the most wonderful things: a shiny button, a tickly feather, a cozy hiding place, a tree to scratch, and even a...

Age range 3 to 6I Am a Peaceful Goldfish teaches kids and families about playful breathing techniques that we can use to overcome our anxiety and feel calm and grounded. When we are overcome with emotions, our breath - and a bit of imagination - can...

Age range 3 to 6Based on a true story, this sweet and playful picture book about a little lost narwhal introduces kids to the marine world and the surprising friendships under the sea.When little narwhal sets off on an adventure to see new sights, he...

Age range 3 to 6Animals and kids love to play!This wonderful book celebrates diversity and the interconnectedness of nature through an Indigenous perspective, complete with a glossary of Cree words for wild animals at the back of the book, and children...

Age range 3 to 6This evocative picture book celebrates a child's connection and kinship with whales, and will appeal to fans of If You Want to See a Whale by Julie Fogliano and Erin SteadSwimming, singing, and blowing bubbles - children and baby...

A testament to the comforting power of an animal's love.The uncomplicated love and dedication of a dog can make anyone feel better-particularly a child who is small and vulnerable. Through beautiful, simple illustrations and words, The...

Colourful and lively illustrations draw you into a touching tale about how a community of all shapes and sizes comes together, just in time for Christmas.Hello, moose, says the girl. Hello, beaver! Hello, squirrel! Every morning she leaves her family...

Nuptse and Lhotse are back for another marvelous adventure! Welcome to the Canadian Rockies, a place where bears prowl around valleys and glacier blue lakes. When Mrs. Jasper, a very large grizzly bear, loses her twin cubs Yoho and Kootenay between...

Nuptse and Lhotse are back for their third mountain expedition! After traveling to the mountains of Nepal and the peaks of the Canadian Rockies, these two adventurous cats head into the land of fire and ice: ICELAND! While digging in their garden, Nuptse...

Explore a city park in this playful, illustrated adventure full of two hundred words for children to learn: names for interesting plants, birds, delicious picnic foods, and more!Time for an adventure! Families will join Sam as they explore the young...

"Whimsical... readers can unleash their own imaginations." -New York TimesFans of Peter Brown and Jon Klassen will cherish this inspiring story about exploration, curiosity and an unexpected discovery.There are wonders all around us ... Why not go see...

Age range 3 to 6Jacob has a special gift - he can fly!When his parents plan a trip to the sea, Jacob says he will fly there himself. Along the way, he meets new friends and has wonderful adventures. And when his bird friends need help, Jacob and the...

Join Little Bunny as She Invites Jesus into Her HeartIt's time for a birthday celebration in the forest! Little Bunny has her heart set on one very special gift: her first sleepover party with her forest friends. Mama and Papa Bunny think it's a splendid...

Age range 5 to 9A charming children's book to remind us of God's great gift at Christmastime.The forest friends are excited to decorate their community's tree in a very special way. In a sort of show and tell, each animal will add an...

Little Hippo loves his river but even more so he longs for adventure. Rhino is bored of laying under a tree all day, she wants to play and have fun. Together they come up with a plan that will help them both get what they want, or so they believe. Join...

"Sammy the Silver Toothed Croc" is a story about a crocodile that lives in Madagascar. Madagascar is a country east of Africa. It is inhabited with many animals. Sammy is a hungry and lonely crocodile who gets befriended by two animals and how they each...

"An Iguana Named Lana" takes readers on a journey to meet Lana and her friends in the Galapagos Islands. Accompanied by vivid illustrations and lyrical writing, this fun and educational book introduces children to the beautiful animals on this planet...

Jamie and Ali are twin sisters. They go to visit their grandparents at the farm. When they go to the barn they find a little newborn colt. They name her Love. Soon they find that Love has a foot injury that keeps her from running and playing with the...

Did you know bunnies can do much more than we ever realized? I'm talking about incredible, stupendous, outrageous things! Things your wildest imagination could not dream up! And sometimes they don't do anything at all! Which is completely alright, as...

The tale of Scout's Unfortunate Tail is a children's book that allows for growth through making predictions and problem solving. Readers will have the opportunity to use their imagination and share with others prompted by the colorful and descriptive...

A pet loss book with beautiful watercolor illustrations. BEA and HONEY: The Secret will soothe the broken hearts of readers, young and old, who have experienced the death of a pet. Pets are family members. The loss of a beloved pet causes profound grief...

Caroline the Caribou travels across Canada with her family and a large caribou herd and ultimately ends up leading a group of Caribou into the famous Calgary Stampede at the opening ceremony. Along the way, we learn how caribou, also called reindeer, use...

"Mr. Pickles & Maggie" is a heartwarming children's book about friendship and overcoming challenges. Get ready to dive into this true story and meet Mr. Pickles and Maggie! Follow along with these two adorable little dogs and see how their friendship...

The second book in the Charlie's Adventures in Learning series shares Charlie's journey as she discovers how her favorite tree changes during the four seasons Winter, Spring, Summer, and Fall! A charming book for early readers, "The Tree in the Middle of...

Age range 9 to 12When Artemis Sparke has had it with humans, she heads to the nearby salt marsh to hang out with the birds, plants, and mollusks who don't make a big deal of her stutter. The shoreline sanctuary is predictable, unlike her family and...

Age range 9 to 12'...a must-read for anyone who has ever felt like a misfit and found solace in books and music.' -Jennifer Whiteford, author of GrrrlWith a partially-shaved head, purple Doc Marten boots, and the sinking realisation...

Life on the farm is always an adventure, especially for best friends Maggie and Daisy. Maggie is a majestic St. Bernard who loves looking after all the farm animals, and Daisy is a tiny one-eyed Chihuahua who regularly relies on Maggie's help. But one...

Age range 4 to 7In a besieged city, Noor watches as his neighbors pack their bags and flee their homes - but a dog named Bobby is left behind. As Noor sets out across the ravaged city to save him, he discovers pockets of life and hope in this moving...

Age range 3 to 6 From the savanna to the city to outer space, celebrated Nordic children's book illustrator Linda Bondestam offers a charming peek at the many ways we settle in for sleep, with gorgeous, dreamlike illustrations full of offbeat humour...

Romy the Cow, the fun-loving bovine who loves to play with her group of animal friends, is the perfect teacher for young kids. The educational reach of this brand-new series spans topics such as numerals, colors, shapes, and the alphabet. In Romy the...

Romy the Cow, the fun-loving cattle who loves to play with her group of animal friends, is perfect teacher for young kids. The educational reach of this brand-new series spans topics such as numerals, colors, shapes, and the alphabet. In Romy the Cow's...

Doctor Dolittle has been beloved by children for more a century and will soon come to life again in the new movie, The Voyages of Doctor Dolittle. The famous doctor who can speak to animals first appeared in Hugh Lofting's letters to his...

Grandpa lives on a farm and likes to tell his grandson tall tales. There is no end to Grandpa's hilarious invention -- or to James Flora's comic illustrations. Here are just a few of Grandpa's whoppers! Grandpa is almost as tall as the trees. So tall,...

This beautifully illustrated multicultural children's book tells the story of two young brothers and a magical dog in both English and Chinese. Once upon a time, at the foot of the mountains called Zhongnan in the Shaanxi Province of China,...

Age range 4 to 8This beautifully illustrated multicultural children's book tells the story of a young boy and his magical rooster in both English and Chinese. Long long ago, there lived a boy named Tang Yun. He studied very hard and was ready to take the...

Age range 5+Learn how the clever Little Rat earned his place as one of the Chinese Zodiac Animals. This adorable Chinese-English bilingual children's book tells the story of the Little Rat and the Grandpa - unlikely allies who embark on an...

Soar with swallows and butterflies, swim with fish and frogs, and walk alongside elephants and camels. This bilingual children's book introduces kids to the Chinese language through a visit to the zoo.Lavishly illustrated with Chinese ink paintings from...

One day, Little Mo found an injured little bird in her backyard, and she spent all her time nursing the bird back to health. They quickly became friends, so when it was time for the little bird to take flight again, he didn't want to leave without...

Is bamboo a food, a grass, or a wood? One little boy knows that it's all three!Told in both English and Chinese, Bamboo and Me is the story of a little boy whose house was surrounded by many bamboo forests and streams. He lived with bamboo all...

Curiosity kindles this cat. Teddy is a cub who is destined to be a tiger king! His thrilling journey celebrates the new year.Born into royalty, the young prince Teddy is warned by the King and Queen to steer clear of humans who are intruding into their...

Enjoy the complete collection of one of the longest and most acclaimed Asian American children's picture book series. Each of the 12 animals of the lunar new year star in their own journey with a brand new cast of characters and settings. Empowering...

Enjoy the four original hardcover Octonauts storybooks that launched the hit animated TV show worldwide! Plus the collectible box includes a bonus fold out poster.The Octonauts are a crew of adorable animals who explore the oceans in search of adventure...

A coral reef has turned white... can the Octonauts help it regain its color? Enjoy the original books that launched the animated TV show worldwide!The Octonauts are a crew of adorable animals who explore the oceans in search of adventure and fun! From...

A brave heroine named Mai befriends a small stranger and helps him return home. Children everywhere can identify with her and enjoy this incredible journey.Mai is a 12 year-old girl who loves reading and nature. When a lost mosquito interrupts her sleep,...

The books that launched the hit cartoon!"Meomi's character design is terrific. But their books, especially their first book, are more than that...I love it, and more importantly, my son loves it and asks for it at bedtime." - Super Punch"The Octonauts:...