Animals Nonfiction

The tundra ecosystem is vast, covering a large part of the far north. Countless animals and plants live there. So what difference could the loss of one animal species make? Follow the chain reaction, and discover how important lemmings are.

Don't let their size fool you. Miniature pinschers are fearless! Learn more about these fun-loving dogs.

With their shiny scales and bright colors, pet fish put on a show! Some are wide and others are thin. Some have fantails and some have stripes. Young listeners will learn about the appearance and behavior of pet fish, and discover why these silent swimmers make great pets.

From plant-munching beasts to meat-eating hunters, there are so many dinosaurs to learn about. Show Me Dinosaurs has more than 100 facts and definitions about how dinosaurs lived and died on ancient Earth.

What do insects eat? Do insects have bones? Buzz through the chapters of this book to learn all about insects.

Each year, elephant seals migrate from Alaska to California, and back again. Kids will discover how the herd eats, fights, eats some more, and raises the next generation of baby seals.

Dark, quiet places like barns are these owls' favorite hideouts. Just don't disturb barn owls, or they'll hiss and shriek! Learn more about these pale nighttime hunters.

When you think "bird nest", you think tree, right? Not for these little owls! Burrowing owls make their homes underground. Learn more about these pint-sized predators.

In each title, an action-packed narrative scene imagines a fight between the animals. This volume includes Grizzly Bear vs. Wolf Pack, Lion vs. Hyena Clan, and Rhinoceroses vs. African Elephant.

On the night of February 18, 1952, during one of the worst winter storms that New England has ever seen, two oil tankers just off the shore of Cape Cod were torn in half by the force of the storm. This middle-grade adaptation of an adult nonfiction book tells the story of the shipwreck and a harrowing Coast Guard rescue when four men in a tiny lifeboat overcame insurmountable odds and saved more than thirty stranded sailors.

Macaws are among the most colorful members of the parrot family. These smart birds live in the rain forest. They use their bony tongues to crack into nuts and seeds. Find out more about these fancy fliers!

Shine the science spotlight on flounders, sharks, eels, and an ocean full of other fish! Organized by reference topics such as habitat, anatomy, and life cycle, Fish introduces young listeners to these aquatic animals.

There’s a new baby joining the herd. It’s an African elephant calf! Learn all about these big babies, including what they eat, what they weigh, how they’re raised, and how big they grow.

When a group of wolves live together, it's called a pack. Learn about life inside a pack of wolves and why these animals like to stick together. Find out how living together with others helps wolves hunt for food, communicate with one another, and raise their young.

Pangolins’ bodies are a rare sight. They have scales, spikes, and claws! Listeners will enjoy learning all they can about pangolins.

Pet guinea pigs have cool body parts that sniff, chew, wheek, and scamper. Take an up-close look at these squeaky, four-legged friends.

Earthworms wiggle in the soil under our feet. In their dark homes, these helpful critters make their way around with no eyes or ears while enriching the soil.

Gary Paulsen has owned dozens of unforgettable and amazing dogs. In each chapter he tells of one special dog, among them Cookie, the sled dog who saved his life; Snowball, the puppy he owned as a boy in the Philippines; Ike, his mysterious hunting companion; Dirk, the grim protector; and his true friend Josh, a brilliant border collie.

Yo has many questions about the dinosaurs at the museum. Good thing Grandpa is there to answer them!

Say hello to tiny but mighty ants! Young listeners will get the fast facts on these hardworking insects, including ant body parts, habitats, and life cycles. Along the way, they will also uncover surprising and fascinating facts.