Nonfiction Animal Stories

This book is a collection of 10 short stories from my book Dog Tales - 60 True Doggy Stories of Loyalty, Heroism and Devotion. The stories in this series of books will hopefully make you laugh, cry, and be proud to be a dog owner.

Growing up in Germany as a single child, Inge Koch-Williams always had a very close bond with her dogs. She has been involved with rescuing dogs since she was 16 years old. After losing her chihuahua, Lilly, Koch-Williams was heartbroken, but she found the best medicine in Violet’s Rescue. They needed each other. Violet’s Star reminds us that all dogs have a story and they all deserve a chance.

After his debilitating surgery, Pepe must learn to run again. His dreams of becoming an athlete seem unattainable. Will his hard work, along with the love and support he receives from his family, change his future? This touching true story of determination, love, and faith is sure to inspire listeners of all ages.

Every ocean contains a thousand secrets… In this charming anthology of children’s stories by Alicia Klepeis listeners will be guided under the waves to meet the amazing animals that live there. In one story an orca grandmother teaches younger members of the pod how to find the best fish, while another looks at a mimic octopus as it changes appearance to disguise itself from different predators. Kids will be thrilled by the tale of an otter and her cub playing in a kelp forest, and marvel at a jellyfish that looks like a fried egg!

Three manuscripts in one audiobook: Wolves for Kids: Amazing Facts and True Stories About the Gray Wolf and Arctic Wolf, Giraffes for Kids: Amazing Facts and True Stories About Giraffes, and Lions for Kids: Amazing Facts and True Stories About the Lion. Learn more about wolves, giraffes, and lions!

Two dozen Navy SEALs descended on Osama bin Laden’s compound in May 2011. After the mission, only one name was made public: Cairo, a Belgian Malinois and military working dog. Warrior Dog the story of Cairo and his handler, Will Chesney, a member of SEAL Team Six whose life would be irrevocably tied to Cairo's, specially adapted for young listeners from Chesney and Joe Layden's No Ordinary Dog.

Ellie is the nicest animal in the jungle, but she is very sad. Her friends Lyle the lion, Fatima the flamingo, Rex the rhino, and Micky the monkey want to find out why! Each story is easy to comprehend and exciting. Join in on a great listening experience with friends and family, whether you're traveling, in a waiting room, or closing in on bedtime.

Little Dolphin learns to speak, hunt mullet and frolic with seaweed, but can this bottlenose baby fend off a shark attack? Children can find out as this thrilling story unfolds! Reviewed by the Smithsonian Institution for accuracy, Dolphin's First Day is a fun and informative story. Appropriate for ages: 3-9.

Author Yun Ji has been raising parakeets for several years, learning and observing these magnificent creatures from birth. She decided to write this book to provide Parakeet lovers an opportunity to look into the life of a parakeet as he becomes accustomed to his environment, socializes, bonds and eventually falls in love. I am a Parakeet will give you a fantastic way to learn new facts about these amazing birds by seeing the world through their eyes.

In this story, Bailey visits a sailing club with his Daddy and learns how to sail on a big catamaran! At first, he is very nervous about the deep open water and the rocking boat, but after an adventure at the dog circus and the park and a few surprises along the way, Bailey begins to feel much more comfortable by the water.

A sweet and simple story of a handsome puppy as he grows and explores his new life as a warm-hearted member of the family. This book marks the beginning of a true story series that will capture the interest of children all around the world. A book children will want to listen to over and over again. A great bedtime story to help bring families closer together.

Blue Crab searches for a place to molt safely, then makes her way to the salty waters at the mouth of the Chesapeake Bay. Reviewed by the Smithsonian Institution for accuracy, Dancing on the Sand is a fun and informative story. Appropriate for ages: 3-9.

An icy wind blows over the waters of the Gulf of St. Lawrence as a tiny harp seal pup is born. When her mother swims away to join the adult seal herd, Seal Pup must quickly learn to care for herself in the harsh, wintry landscape. Appropriate for ages: 3-9.

The world beneath the waves can be dangerous and it is important for the pod to stick together. When a fierce killer whale threatens Mother Whale's calf, can the pod defend him? Appropriate for ages: 3-9.

This heartwarming audio journal describes a critically ill sea turtle as she is nursed back to health at a sea turtle hospital. Listeners will empathize with Carolina as she undergoes many of the same medical treatments sick or injured children face and then celebrate the happy day when she returns to her home in the sea. The "For Creative Minds" section includes fun facts and information on conservation issues.

Juliet White provides another fascinating overview of the details of the creatures of planet earth, told through accessible stories that younger kids can engage with and relate to. Learn about puffins, bats, hummingbirds, flying squirrels, water bears, and other creatures of the sea. This engaging book will foster elementary school children's interest in the animal kingdom. The stories are narrated by a school teacher and set to calming music so that the stories are educational but can be listened to at bedtime as part of the going-to-sleep ritual.

In this audiobook, Luna, a real dog, tells her story of how she has found where and how she belongs. In this story, I share how she and I found each other, the obstacles she faced on this journey, and the fears that she may have felt as her role changed. All categories of people who read this story will be able to relate, understand, and smile knowing that they are not alone in this world.

Crocodiles don’t live in the Sea of Galilee, there’s no reason to be scared...or is there? Roy’s parents have taken him and his sister on a family camping trip to the Sea of Galilee, but Roy is scared to death - there are rumors about a giant crocodile that lives in this lake. They keep telling him there are no crocodiles in the Sea of Galilee, but every time he is tempted to enter, something moves beneath the water. Could it be that there really is a crocodile and that it isn’t just Roy’s imagination?

Después de una operación devastadora, Pepe debe aprender a correr de nuevo. Sus sueños de llegar a ser un atleta parecen inalcanzables. ¿Podrá cambiar su futuro con su esfuerzo y con el apoyo y cariño que recibe de su familia? Esta conmovedora historia real de determinación, perseverancia y fé, inspirará a oyentes de todas las edades.

Poor Lenore! None of the other animals at Bedlam Farm welcome her. Even Rose the border collie is too busy to play. But Lenore refuses to give up, and when she licks a grumpy ram named Brutus - right on the nose! - an unexpected friendship begins.