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Books in Children's Nature Library series

  • Sea Turtles

    Mara Grunbaum

    Paperback (Children's Press, Feb. 1, 2018)
    Did you know that sea turtles can live to be 100 years old or that they can migrate up to 2,800 miles from their birthplace? These amazing animals are also at risk due to pollution and illegal fishing. Learn fascinating facts like these and more, all in the pages of this book!
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  • Bald Eagles

    Hugh Roome

    Paperback (Children's Press, Sept. 1, 2018)
    Did you know that the bald eagle can reach speeds of up to 100 mph?Nature's Children series provides young readers (Ages 8-10) with fascinating information about the planet's most incredible wildlife species. Each title offers a complete picture of the animal- from birth to adulthood- and describes its place in our world, including how humans impact it and its environment. Did you know that the bald eagle is one of the largest raptors in the world-or that it can reach speeds of up to 100 mph (160 km/hr) when diving after prey? Learn fascinating facts like these-and more-all in the pages of this book!
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  • Orangutans

    Mara Grunbaum

    Paperback (Children's Press, Feb. 1, 2018)
    Did you know that orangutans are the only great apes that live outside of Africa or that they are the only great apes that dwell almost exclusively in trees? These amazing apes are also at risk due to habitat loss. Learn fascinating facts like these and more, all in the pages of this book!
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  • Arctic Foxes

    Patricia Janes

    Paperback (Children's Press, Feb. 1, 2019)
    Learn how the arctic fox survives in frigid temperatures!Nature's Children series provides young readers (Ages 8-10) with fascinating information about the planet's most incredible wildlife species. Each title offers a complete picture of the animal- from birth to adulthood- and describes its place in our world, including how humans impact it and its environment. Did you know that arctic foxes have the warmest fur of any animal-or that they don't shiver until temperatures drop to around a frigid -112°F (-80°C)?
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  • Aardvarks

    Josh Gregory

    Paperback (Children's Press, Feb. 1, 2015)
    Learn how aardvarks dig complex underground homes and dive headfirst into mounds of dangerous insects to find food!Nature's Children series provides young readers (Ages 8-10) with fascinating information about the planet's most incredible wildlife species. Each title offers a complete picture of the animal- from birth to adulthood- and describes its place in our world, including how humans impact it and its environment. Looking something like a cross between a rabbit, an anteater, and a pig, aardvarks have a unique appearance. Readers will discover how these remarkable animals dig complex underground homes and dive headfirst into mounds of dangerous insects to find food. They will also learn how aardvarks mate and care for young and why they can be a huge benefit to humans.
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  • Red Pandas

    Josh Gregory

    Paperback (Childrens Pr, Oct. 21, 2016)
    "This book details the life and habits of red pandas."--
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  • Tree Frogs: Life in the Leaves

    Moira Rose Donohue

    Library Binding (Children's Press, Sept. 3, 2019)
    Did you know that a group of tree frogs is called an army -- or that a frog's tongue attaches to the front of its mouth?Nature's Children series provides young readers (Ages 8-10) with fascinating information about the planet's most incredible wildlife species. Each title offers a complete picture of the animal- from birth to adulthood- and describes its place in our world, including how humans impact it and its environment.
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  • Geckos

    Katie Marsico

    Paperback (Children's Press, Sept. 1, 2013)
    Discover how Geckos are different from other lizards, and how humans are affecting their chance for survival.Nature's Children series provides young readers (Ages 8-10) with fascinating information about the planet's most incredible wildlife species. Each title offers a complete picture of the animal- from birth to adulthood- and describes its place in our world, including how humans impact it and its environment. With over 900 species living today, geckos are a diverse group of animals. These lizards display a wide variety of colors, sizes, and habitats. Readers will find out what the many different species have in common, how they are different from other lizards, and how humans are affecting their chance for survival.
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  • Zoo Animals

    Eileen Spinelli

    Hardcover (Smithmark Pub, May 1, 1992)
    Describes the history and principles of zookeeping, and introduces twenty-eight of the most popular mammals, birds, and reptiles commonly found in zoos
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  • Komodo Dragons

    Ruth Bjorklund

    Paperback (Childrens Pr, March 1, 2012)
    Provides information about Komodo dragons, including anatomy, behavior, and ancestry.
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  • Eat Healthy, Feel Great

    William Sears MD FRCP, Martha Sears RN, Christie Watts Kelly, Renee Andriani

    Hardcover (Little, Brown Books for Young Readers, Sept. 1, 2002)
    From the creators of the acclaimed Sears Parenting Library comes a handbook that gives kids the tools to make their own wise food choices. Includes quick and easy recipes. Full color.
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  • Black Bears

    Mara Grunbaum

    Library Binding (Children's Press, Feb. 1, 2019)
    Find out why some black bears actually have white fur and other fascinating facts about the most common bear in the world.Nature's Children series provides young readers (Ages 8-10) with fascinating information about the planet's most incredible wildlife species. Each title offers a complete picture of the animal- from birth to adulthood- and describes its place in our world, including how humans impact it and its environment. Did you know that black bears are the most common bears on Earth-but that some black bears actually have white fur? Be surprised and awed by every page of this captivating book!
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