Nature and animal stories Books

Growing up with a father who cherished birds and traveled the world with ornithologists on birding trips, Alison Hill Spencer has always enjoyed birds. Unable to find children's books that depicted realistic birds, she decided to create her own. This...

A moving picture book about piglet named Hope that gets rescued from a factory farm, and her journey to an animal sanctuary.A piglet named Hope is born in a factory farm, and her mother is taken away. Distraught, Hope is transferred to somewhere new, and...

A beautifully illustrated children's book about the compelling journey of a young chicken named Cluck, told by a sage parrot. Cluck is a very fortunate bird that was born in the safety and security of a sanctuary. But he is surrounded by birds who have...

Age range 3 to 6The first in a trilogy of children's books telling heartwarming, age-appropriate, stories with captivating illustrations, about a young girl Claire, a veal calf Gabriel she rescues, and their journey to change the world we live in...

After exploring their respective home states, Mitt and Minn meet in Book Three at the Wisconsin Cheese Jamboree. At the conclusion of the exciting cheese-eating contest, they discover that they are indeed brother and sister. A Jersey cow from Illinois...

What could convince two young mice to journey to a Cheese Jamboree in Wisconsin? Why CHEESE, of course! In their latest adventure, our favorite midwestern mice head off in search of delicious Swiss cheese and to find their way back home-Mitt to his...

Gerdie, a Swedish woman living in northern Minnesota, discovers Minn in a bushel of cherries from Michigan and invites the little mouse to share the comfort of her cozy cabin in the woods. A series of events separate the pair, and Minn embarks on a...

Age range 3 to 6A parable for children about allyship, solidarity, and liberation, inspired by Archbishop Desmond Tutu.Archbishop Desmond Tutu said, 'If an elephant has its foot on the tail of mouse and you say that you are neutral, the mouse...

This inspiring children's book is based on a South American indigenous story about a courageous hummingbird who defies fear and expectations in her attempt to save the forest from fire. The illustrated story is supplemented by a natural and cultural...

Lilliana, a young nature lover, adores chorus frogs. Her room is already full of frog posters and toys but one night as she listens to frogs singing, she decides to bring home some real, live frogs. Chorus frogs are hard to find and catch, but that won't...

Following on the success of their bestselling board bookHello Humpback!, the celebrated and award-winning authors Roy Henry Vickers and Robert Budd are back withOne Eagle Soaring, the second volume in their exciting new series, First West Coast Books.One...

Adrian Raeside has created a magical tale of adventure for pet lovers of all ages in The Rainbow Bridge. Using his gift for creating spunky characters, Raeside has created a valuable fable for anyone who cherishes the companionship of a family pet...

Age range 4 to 8Everyone knows that horses fart. Donkeys definitely fart. But royal unicorns?Glitterbelle is a new recruit to the princess's royal team of unicorns. She's expected to be regal and lovely and perfect all the time, but she's hiding a very...

Age range 3 to 6What can crayons do to save the planet?Something is happening to our big green and blue Earth! Pollution is making it hard for plants to grow, for animals to play, and for oceans to stay clean. But what can anyone do about it? On a yucky,...

Age range 6 to 12The first book in an excitingbrand-new series by New York Times bestselling author Megan Miller - The Glitch Force! The Glitch is an elite task force sent in to eliminate a terrifying creature invasion in the dark forest. Never having...

Age range 3 to 6Gorillas in Our Midst is all silliness and fun, and is destined to become a new favourite.Gorillas can be hard to spot, because they are masters of disguise and really good at hiding. Gorillas often have jobs where they get to wear masks...

Age range 3 to 7It's All About ME-OW: A Young Cat's Guide to the Good Life is a vibrant picture books that will delight your youngsters. The format is a cats' how-to manual for commandeering a household without the humans ever catching on...

Sometimes it feels almost impossible to fall asleep. So, when a little girl insists that she simply cannot sleep, her mother tells her how all of the animals in the world go to sleep. But each animal sleeps differently, as the little girl finds out:...

An original and touching story of a little koala and monkey, the best of friends.Where are you going and where have you been?Gussie the Monkey and Max the Koala take us on a trip through the years of their friendship and accomplishments.They remember...

"A love letter to moms everywhere and a reminder that you're enough, even if you don't have eight arms." -Kristen Bell, actress, parent, producer, and coauthor of the #1 New York Times bestseller The World Needs More Purple People"Adorable and resonant...

When Rocky's game of hide-and-seek in the big trees of Upstate New York takes a turn, the little owl gets taken on a ride, far far away from home just in time for Christmas.On her journey, Rocky encounters a number of people-some human, some gigantic and...

Age range 6+A fully revitalized editionof the 1926 classic, featuring full-colour versions ofthe original illustrations by E.H. Shepherd.Winnie the Poohhas enchanted readers of all ages for nearly one hundred years with its relatable, heart-warming...

Winner of the 2021 World Literacy Award!The Morning Tribeis a middle grade action-adventure graphic novel that showcases young people protecting our critical environment and teaches that we are all part of the struggle to save the Earth's future and...

Age range 3 to 6A jolly, delightfully illustrated story for the very young about a restless monkey who doesn't want to go to sleep.Once upon a time in an ancient forest, there lived a little monkey.And this little monkey would run, jump, climb...

A heartwarming, educational picture book that allows parents to tell their kids how much they love them while also teaching them interesting facts about the world."I love you." "I love you more."Almost every parent and child play this game of who loves...

Age range 3 to 6Yara loves being the only mermaid in the lagoon where she plays with her friends all day. That is, until another mermaid arrives - and she wants to play, too. Can Yara adjust to no longer being the only mermaid?Dive into a world full of...

Age range 14 to 18A young adult romantic comedy that will appeal to fans of 10 Things I Hate About You and Jenn Bennett's Alex, Approximately.Seventeen-year-old Brynn Riley is perfect. She's on a hundred committees, has earned teacher's pet in...

Perfect for fans of the New York Times bestselling novel,Love & Gelatoby Jenna Evans WelchIt's no one's fault that Hallie Jacob is alone. That her grandpa got sick half a world away and so her parents yanked her to Colorado the last semester of her...

Age range 3 to 6There's an age-old tale that magic unicorns exist...wandering where orchids grow within the mountain mist.Legend has it that the only way to find a unicorn is to know where to look and how to craft a beautiful gift that shows her you are...

Written by Melissa Pellicci of Jupiter, Florida and lavishly illustrated by Alexandra Zgondea of Codlea, Romania, Best Friends Forest is a whimsical tale that reflects a world where it is possible to live in love and playfulness with nature, to be best...

Age range 3 to 5It's time for the barnyard talent show, and this year the prize is big: tickets to see Elvis Poultry in concert. Chickens Marge and Lola must use all their pluck to outsmart their smarmy duck competition in this hysterically goofy story...

Age range 8 to 12Wild boar, alligators, hammerhead sharks...Can twelve-year-old Algie Emsworth survive the swamps of South Florida? More importantly, can he survive his asthma attacks long enough to make a scientific discovery and fulfill his dream of...

Cuando una familia encuentra un inesperado nuevo hogar para un sof viejo, una llama se convierte en la criatura ms feliz del mundo. A la familia Lago le encanta su sof. Es perfecto para leer, acurrucarse y jugar. Pero como todo lo bueno se acaba, un da...

Black Beauty is the classic horse story, a beautiful and touching tale told by the title character himself. Set in Victorian London, it follows Black Beauty's life and changing fortunes as he moves from owner to owner. As the horse encounters new...

Age range 8 to 12Jeff Miller's heartbreaking, coming-of-age middle-grade novel - inspired by his personal experience living through his own parent's heart transplant - invites readers into the world of a twelve-year-old birdwatcher looking for a place to...

Age range 3 to 8A sweet, love-infused celebration of individuality and acceptance!Lovebird Lou adores life with his family and friends on the island they call home. But when he travels to the other side of the island and sees the amazing abilities on...

Age range 3 to 6Bunnies, pandas, and monkeys, oh my! For fans of Ada Twist, Scientist, this picture book about finding your perfect pet introduces basic STEAM and coding concepts - and some ridiculously adorable animals! Katie is an...

A photographic book for when your little one says: I don’t want to take a bath! Entice your reluctant bather to the tub with this irresistible book of adorable animal photographs! Each one of these cute creatures—from a muddy piglet...

My new friend is different from me. Meet some adorable-and unlikely-animal pals! Can a kitten and a parrot be friends? Friends come in all different shapes, sizes, and colors, and these animals are learning to befriend creatures that don't quite look...

Everyone's enchanted with Marigold's new baby sister. Could it be . . . she has some sort of superpower? Kids will love this sibling story with a fun twist. Even snails can feel jealous over a new baby! Although Marigold is excited to meet her...

Age range 4 to 7"You know monsters aren't real, right?" Brave is easy in the sunshine. Brave is easy near Papa. But can Spencer the Bunny learn to be brave ALL the time-even when his big brothers try their best to scare him?  Spencer the Bunny's...

Age range 3+This humorous picture book tells a sweet story of friendship, generosity, and how one fun thing leads to another.  When Moose sees the inviting tree where Squirrel has built his nest, he rubs his itchy antlers against the trunk - and...

Age range 3 & upRufus the Pig has already sailed the seven seas on a pirate ship. Now he dreams of the Moon, the stars, and Mars! So he bids his mateys goodbye and reports for duty at the space center. But Commander Luna tells him: "No pigs in...

Too tired to hop. No zip, no zap . . . What time is it? TIME FOR A NAP!The perfect board book for tired toddlers.This charming and cozy entry in the Snuggle Time series is now in board format! Every day's a busy day, with places to go, people to see, and...

Written and illustrated in the tradition of the Kwantlen people, Joseph Dandurand's second book is an endearing tale of two sisters and their connection with nature.In the water sat a sturgeon, born there, so they say, thousands of years ago, though the...

Allah Made Everything, the song book, is based on the lyrics of the well-lovedchildren's song by renowned singer and songwriter Zain Bhikha.The song was first released in 2015, and together with the hit video, hasbecome one of the most popular Muslim...

Totty is a story of a brave turtle that overcomes different obstacles with the help of his friends. His adventure brings him full circle back to his birthing place, where he is saved by the Turtle Sea Rescue staff that help him and then release him back...

Long long ago, a little Monkey was born from an old magic stone. Although he was an orphan, the Little Monkey was extremely talented and was adopted by Monkey King in the mountain. Little Monkey was very naughty and playful. One day he accidentally fell...