Books about Wildlife
Award winning
The Burgess Animal Book for Children
Thornton W. Burgess, 1922
144 pages
Why to read
Engaging stories about wildlife interactions and habitats.
Enhances understanding of North American animal species.
Encourages empathy and conservation awareness in young readers.
Vivid illustrations complementing rich, educational content.
The Burgess Animal Book for Children
Thornton W. Burgess, 1922
Award winning
Bobcat Prowling
Maria Gianferrari, 2022
48 pages
Why to read
Engaging story about wildlife and nature exploration.
Encourages curiosity about animal behaviors and habitats.
Supports development of observational and reasoning skills.
Perfect for shared reading, enhancing parent-child bonding.
Bobcat Prowling
Maria Gianferrari, 2022
Award winning
Surfing with Turtles: A Bindi Irwin Adventure (Bindi's Wildlife Adventures, 8)
Jess Black, Bindi Irwin, 2010
112 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure story promotes environmental awareness.
Features strong, relatable characters for young readers.
Encourages interest in wildlife conservation.
Provides fun learning experience about marine life.
Surfing with Turtles: A Bindi Irwin Adventure (Bindi's Wildlife Adventures, 8)
Jess Black, Bindi Irwin, 2010
Award winning
Cliff-Hanger (Mysteries in Our National Park)
Gloria Skurzynski, Alane Ferguson, 1998
150 pages
Why to read
Engaging mystery, promotes critical thinking.
Characters demonstrate teamwork, resourcefulness.
Enhances knowledge about National Parks.
Encourages outdoor exploration and conservation awareness.
Cliff-Hanger (Mysteries in Our National Park)
Gloria Skurzynski, Alane Ferguson, 1998
Award winning
Pale Male: Citizen Hawk of New York City
Janet Schulman, 2008
40 pages
Why to read
Illustrates resilience through Pale Male's urban survival story.
Teaches children about wildlife adaptation in cities.
Inspires respect for nature and environmental consciousness.
Engages young readers with captivating real-life events.
Pale Male: Citizen Hawk of New York City
Janet Schulman, 2008
Award winning
Amazing Animal Journeys
Philippa Forrester, 2023
176 pages
Why to read
Showcases awe-inspiring wildlife migrations.
Educational content: habitats, species adaptations, survival skills.
Encourages ecological awareness and responsibility.
Visually stunning illustrations captivate young readers.
Amazing Animal Journeys
Philippa Forrester, 2023
Award winning
Ferdinand Fox's First Summer (Arbordale Collection)
Mary Holland, 2013
32 pages
Why to read
Captures the wonders of nature and exploration.
Fosters empathy through Ferdinand Fox's experiences.
Encourages curiosity about wildlife and ecosystems.
Beautiful, engaging photographic illustrations.
Ferdinand Fox's First Summer (Arbordale Collection)
Mary Holland, 2013
Award winning
Lottie Loves Nature
Jane Clarke, 2020
112 pages
Why to read
Promotes environmental awareness and love for nature.
Lively, engaging narrative that captivates young minds.
Encourages outdoor exploration and scientific inquiry.
Supports development of empathy towards creatures and plants.
