Books in Smithsonian Backyard series

Firefly crawls out of the ground and flies into the night sky. Flashing his glowing body, he attempts to find a mate. Danger strikes when a little girl tries to catch him. Will he get away? Reviewed by the Smithsonian Institution for accuracy, Firefly at Stonybrook Farm is a fun and informative story with beautifully detailed illustrations. Watch your children have a blast reading and learning about the animals that live in an American backyard!Book Features:- An informative storyline and colorful illustrations- 32 pages- Appropriate for ages 3-9- Mini book dimensions: 5 7/8 x 4 3/4 inches

As spring turns into fall, Red Bat's two babies grow larger. The weather becomes colder, and Red Bat's babies need to learn how to fly. Will they be ready in time to fly south? Reviewed by the Smithsonian Institution for accuracy, Red Bat at Sleepy Hollow Lane is a fun and informative story with beautifully detailed illustrations.Watch your children have a blast reading and learning about the animals that live in an American backyard!Book Features:- An informative storyline and colorful illustrations- 32 pages- Appropriate for ages 3-9- Mini book dimensions: 5 7/8 x 4 3/4 inches

Ladybug encounters many predators while hunting for food and searching for a winter home. Ladybug's bright red coloring helps to keep her safe, but will she find enough food and a safe shelter for the winter months ahead? Reviewed by the Smithsonian Institution for accuracy, Ladybug at Orchard Avenue is a fun and informative story with beautifully detailed illustrations.Watch your children have a blast reading and learning about the animals that live in an American backyard!Book Features:- An informative storyline and colorful illustrations- 32 pages- Appropriate for ages 3-9- Mini book dimensions: 5 7/8 x 4 3/4 inches

Cats are a perennial favorite with young kids. Filled with great tips and guidelines for kids getting their first cat. Lavishly illustrated with full-color, up-close photographs, award-winning science writer Seymour Simon captures cats as they hunt, give birth, and play. This nonfiction picture book is an excellent choice to share during homeschooling, in particular for children ages 6 to 8. It’s a fun way to learn to read and as a supplement for activity books for children.Seymour Simon knows how to explain science to kids and make it fun. He was a teacher for more than twenty years, has written more than 250 books, and has won multiple awards.This book includes an author's note, glossary, and index and supports the Common Core Learning Standards, Next Generation Science Standards, and the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) standards.

Children join Badger in her search for the perfect place to build a new den for her babies. Will she find the right place? Reviewed by the Smithsonian Institution for accuracy, Badger at Sandy Ridge Road is a fun and informative story with beautifully detailed illustrations. Watch your children have a blast reading and learning about the animals that live in an American backyard!Book Features:- An informative storyline and colorful illustrations- Appropriate for ages 3-9- Paperback dimensions: 11 1/2 x 8 1/2 inches

Children read-along to the exciting story of Alligator as she raises her young once they hatch from their eggs. Watch as they learn to hunt, swim, and evade danger. Reviewed by the Smithsonian Institution for accuracy, Alligator at Saw Grass Road delivers a fun and informative story with detailed, beautiful illustrations. Watch your children have a blast reading and learning about the animals that live in an American backyard!Book Features:- An informative storyline and colorful illustrations- Appropriate for ages 3-9- Hardcover dimensions: 12 x 8 3/4 inches

Ladybug encounters many predators while hunting for food and searching for a winter home. Ladybug's bright red coloring helps to keep her safe, but will she find enough food and a safe shelter for the winter months ahead? Reviewed by the Smithsonian Institution for accuracy, Ladybug at Orchard Avenue is a fun and informative story with beautifully detailed illustrations.Watch your children have a blast reading and learning about the animals that live in an American backyard!Book Features:- An informative storyline and colorful illustrations- Appropriate for ages 3-9- Hardcover dimensions: 12 x 8 3/4 inches

Loon and his mate spend the summer raising their loonlings, but one of the babies goes missing! Will they be able to find him? Reviewed by the Smithsonian Institution for accuracy, Loon at Northwood Lake is a fun and informative story with beautifully detailed illustrations. Watch your children have a blast reading and learning about the animals that live in an American backyard! Book Features:- An informative storyline and colorful illustration- 32 pages- Appropriate for ages 3-9- Mini book dimensions: 5 7/8 x 4 3/4 inches

Children can join River Otter as she nurses her newborn cubs and eventually teaches them how to swim. Reviewed by the Smithsonian Institution for accuracy, River Otter at Autumn Lane is a fun and informative story with beautifully detailed illustrations. Watch your children have a blast reading and learning about the animals that live in an American backyard!Book Features:- An informative storyline and colorful illustrations- Appropriate for ages 3-9- Paperback dimensions: 11 1/2 x 8 1/2 inches