Nonfiction Animal Stories

After years of harsh monsoon seasons, a forest on the river island of Majuli is in danger of being slowly washed away. Jadav is determined to save the forest he loves. This is the true story of how one young boy dedicated his life to creating and cultivating an expansive forest that continues to grow to this day. In a world impacted by climate change, Jadav Payeng’s inspirational story shows how one person’s contributions can make a difference in helping to save our environment.

Follow the adventures of Hoppy the happy frog! Hoppy and his family have to move to a new pond. How will Hoppy ever be happy again after leaving his old friends and life? Find out what happens to Hoppy and how he deals with change. This is an excellent audiobook for beginning and early listeners. Each story is fun and exciting. Also includes some funny jokes! These short stories are great for listening aloud with friends and family at home or school.

Doody is a fun-loving dinosaur with a fantastic group of friends. Along with Tara Dactyl, Isabel Iguana, and Big Grape (a big, purple dinosaur), they all have lots of fun. There is something very special planned for Doody's upcoming birthday. Find out what happens on Doody's sixth birthday!

Nubs, an Iraqi dog of war, never had a home or a person of his own. He was the leader of a pack of wild dogs living off the land and barely surviving. But Nubs's life changed when he met Marine Major Brian Dennis. The two formed a fast friendship, made stronger by Dennis's willingness to share his meals, offer a warm place to sleep, and give Nubs the kind of care and attention he had never received before.

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.

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.