Exploring Nature

With three hearts and blue blood, its gelatinous body unconstrained by jointed limbs or gravity, the octopus seems to be an alien, an inhabitant of another world. It’s baggy, boneless body sprouts eight arms covered with thousands of suckers—suckers that can taste as well as feel. The octopus also has the powers of a superhero: it can shape-shift, change color, squirt ink, pour itself through the tiniest of openings, or jet away through the sea faster than a swimmer can follow.

This southeastern birding companion is a helpful audiobook for bird lovers interested in the unique avifauna of the American Southeast. Ideal for hobbyist birdwatchers, wildlife enthusiasts, and expert ornithologists, this audio companion offers a thorough journey into the realm of bird recognition and appreciation through their distinctive calls.

Follow an adorable facility dog as she helps a child through a diagnosis of epilepsy. Facility dogs are specially trained to help kids through medical experiences—from lifting spirits, motivating movement, modeling the power of play, and more.