Animal Wonders

"Wild Wonders of America: 101 Astonishing Facts for Young Explorers" is your gateway to uncovering the mysteries and marvels that lie within the United States, a journey that promises to enchant, educate, and inspire. As we embark on this expedition together, you'll delve into the lives of majestic mammals, remarkable reptiles, and amazing amphibians, each with its own story to tell.

Meet Freddy the Fox, a lively and curious little fox who has a lot of energy and even more ideas! But sometimes, Freddy finds it hard to sit still, pay attention, or remember things—just like many children who live with ADHD. In this heartwarming and relatable tale, children will follow Freddy on his adventures as he learns to navigate the challenges of ADHD with the help of his forest friends.

Emily Arnold McCully won a Caldecott Medal for her book Mirette on the High Wire. In Wonder Horse, McCully crafts a charming tale based on the true story of Doc Key and his remarkable horse, Jim. When Doc Key decides to breed a racehorse, what he gets is a foal with weak legs yet an unusually sharp mind. So Doc decides to teach his horse some new tricks - including reading and writing.

A single mom learns that her chronically ill son can communicate with a very special dog - and the lessons this dog teaches can shape the future and transform their lives. And what Whistler inspires in Kate and Jasper may be his most important lesson of all.

Orphaned Roo Thorn feels like the unluckiest girl in the world. Until she discovers a letter. A letter which urges her to ‘Grab life by the wings and fly.' With the help of her aunt, Joni, Roo sets out to buy her dream horse – a fiery showjumper named Wonder Boy. Then Wonder vanishes without a trace. Determined to save him, Roo and Joni investigate his disappearance. But as the mystery deepens and more prize horses are stolen, the pair find themselves drawn into a thrilling – but dangerous – adventure.

This laugh-out-loud novel, with its interwoven and inventive plotlines, could be called Game of Bones. In the midst of being ensnared in a devious revenge plot, Spike the Wonder Dog manages to unleash his celebrated brand of absurdist humor, shrewd social commentary, and certifiably funny grievances at human shortcomings, while romping through all manner of sexy scenarios in the rich and famous playgrounds of Palm Beach, Manhattan, and East Hampton.

Discover the Fascinating World of Sharks with "100 Amazing Facts About Sharks"! Get ready to dive into the mysterious and captivating world of sharks with "100 Amazing Facts About Sharks". This book invites you to explore the wonders of these iconic marine creatures, revealing astonishing secrets and fascinating facts that will surprise you throughout the book.

Tom's fed up when his dad moves them to Trefuggle Bay. But then he meets two unusual new friends. In an old caravan at the end of a cliff live two legends of the Escorvian circus: the amazing Berto Baboomski and his performing goat, Zoltan. Berto may be a crazy-looking nutcake with a bonkers moustache, but he's full of circus wisdom, which he passes on to Tom.

Uncle Wiggily Longears is the main character and beloved icon of a series of children's stories by American author Howard R. Garis. He began writing the stories for the Newark News in 1910. Garis penned an Uncle Wiggily take every day for more than 52 years. Uncle Wiggily has been around now for over 100 years delighting children, gently educating, and enchanting generations of faithful fans. That he is still as popular today as he was then is testament to the wit and character instilled in these tall tales by the author and the kind, old rabbit gentleman he created so long ago!

Spid is bored and longs for adventure. When he daydreams one day of faraway places, he finds himself flying back in time. But his adventure isn’t quite as he expected.

I Wonder takes listeners on an adventure through the imagination by exploring silly ideas. Have fun building language skills while stretching your vocabulary with delightfully rhyming vowel sounds. Enjoy asking and answering questions that highlight rare and endangered species. Imagine the world as it could be. What is possible?

It's Super Hero Day! Jonesy the Chinese puppy dragon and Lamby Lambpants both have hero names and costumes for a fun, imagination-filled day with babysitter Katie Beagle. Even she has a pair of snazzy hero goggles (to hide her true identity, of course). Lamby's best friend Snout has a cape and mask too, but he doesn't have a hero name yet. Having been very recently brought to life, the anxious toy pig doesn't feel super at all. He's still shy and quite embarrassed about his missing ear and broken tail.

If the groundhog sees its shadow, there will be six more weeks of winter. Moss grows only on the north side of a tree. No two snowflakes are alike. You may have heard these common sayings or beliefs before. But are they really true? Can they be proven using science? Let's investigate 17 statements about Earth, weather, and the environment and find out which ones are right, which ones are wrong, and which ones still stump scientists! Find out whether all deserts are hot!

What do you think a tidepool might be? Some tidepools only exist at low tide. In what locations do you think tidepools are found? Tidepools are usually found at the seashore. The seashore, foreshore, or intertidal zone is the place that is above water at low tide and below water at high tide. This is also called the tidal range.

How much of the earth’s surface do you think is volcanic in its origin? Have you any idea of the difference between a shield volcano and a stratovolcano? And do you know which 10 eruptions were the largest in human history? Join Charles King as he talks us through all of these things and more and discover 101 amazing facts about volcanos. Whether you’re studying the subject at school or are simply interested to find out more about one of nature’s most impressive and dangerous sights, then this is the perfect book for you.

The author of the Mutts comic strip and several best-selling children’s books, Patrick McDonnell has been hailed as the next Charles Schulz. In his characteristic heartwarming style, McDonnell tells the story of the young Jane Goodall and her special childhood toy chimpanzee, Jubilee. With anecdotes from Goodall’s autobiography, McDonnell makes this true story accessible for the very young - and young at heart.

An enticing tale about Masha the Ant on his adventures to discover the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World! Join Masha today, and learn some valued history! This book is designed to teach children of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World; all wonders have been carefully designed with child-friendly themes. In this story, we can join Masha in his discovery of the following Seven Ancient Wonders: Great Pyramid of Giza, Hanging Gardens of Babylon, Statue of Zeus at Olympia, Temple of Artemis, Mausoleum at Halicarnassus, Colossus of Rhodes, and Lighthouse of Alexandria.

Buckle up and embark on a journey through some of the notable weather phenomena and natural disasters that occur on our planet. Learn about what causes these phenomena, where they occur on our planet, and what you can do to keep yourself safe should you encounter some of these natural disasters.

From Buffy Silverman, author of On a Gold-Blooming Day and On a Snow-Melting Day, comes the third installment of a seasonal celebration. With winter's arrival, plants and animals hunker down for the cold season. Rhyming text sparkles in this wonderful story that encourages kids to closely observe the natural world.

During an ordinary visit to the library, a young girl pulls out a not-so-ordinary book from the shelves. As she turns the pages in this book about coral reefs, the city around her slips away, and she finds herself surrounded by the coral cities of the sea and the mysterious plants and animals that live, hunt, and hide there.