Nature Nonfiction

Papillons are known for their beautifully big ears and friendliness. Find out if owning this happy little dog is the right fit for you.

Capuchins are cute and clever members of the monkey family. From food to homes to behavior, learn the facts on these pink-faced primates.

How do you know that spring is finally coming? The geese, of course! All you have to do is look for the V-shape in the sky and listen for all that honking as they migrate back from Canada!

You say you like dogs? Want to learn a few secrets of Dog Talk?

Pull back the curtain on the wide, wide world of mammals! Organized by animal-science reference topics such as anatomy, life cycle, and methods of defense, Mammals lets young listeners and browsers discover these hairy animals.

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.

Some creatures are masters of disguise! They use camouflage and cover to outsmart predators or sneak up on prey. In cold habitats, animals blend in with the snowy surroundings. They also hide beneath the snow in dens. Learn more about creatures that hide in the snow!

Follow the lives of individual bugs as they fly, hunt, hide, and scuttle their way through their day. Bug expert Dr. Jessica L. Ware introduces characters from cicadas to butterflies in the style of a nature documentary, with a sprinkling of simple science explanations perfect for future zoologists.

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

Tyrannosaurus rex and its relatives were fearsome meat eaters and deadly predators. Their strong teeth and jaws could crush bone. Go back to a time when these mighty carnivores walked the earth.

Donkeys have important roles to play out on the farm. Listeners learn all about a donkey’s physical features, diet, life cycle, and what life is like on the farm.

Have you ever heard about "Whitewater Rosie," the blind cow? Hear the amazing true story of how she survived for days in the Fraser River! Learn about all the dangers she survived, including whitewater rapids, rocks, and debris!

Bright colors can mean danger! Poison dart frogs may be small, but their bright colors keep others away. Listen to Poison Dart Frogs to find out why most animals leave these rain forest frogs alone.

Movies and television shows have turned people of all ages into dinosaur fanatics. But what were these prehistoric creatures really like, and what wiped them out? This high-interest series explores the lives of world-famous dinosaurs, from diets to defenses, and examines what drove these great beasts to extinction. This volume includes Amargasauras, Dilophosaurus, Pachycephalosaurus, and Therizinosaurus.

Dinosaurs like Stegosaurus had stiff plates on their bodies. Some used their plates to heat themselves up or cool themselves off. This book takes listeners back to a time when these scaly herbivores walked the earth.

Names and describes the offspring of a fennec fox, roadrunner, Arabian camel, sidewinder rattlesnake, desert pocket mouse, dingo, Gila monster, and scorpion.

How long do butterflies live? What are baby frogs called? Listeners will learn the answers to these questions and more in this engaging series about the life cycles of different animals. This series about animals growing up is a great choice for growing listeners!

Have you ever heard of a reptile that spends most of its life in an egg? What about a reptile that has to lay its eggs on the same beach where it was hatched? Young listeners will learn all about Madagascar chameleons, sea turtles, and other reptiles with unusual life cycles.

People started creating cat breeds around 200 years ago. Since then people have treasured beloved breeds such as the gentle Persian, the chatty Siamese, and the energetic Abyssinian. Young listeners will learn all about today’s most popular breeds, as well as some of the most unique and newest breeds. Young cat enthusiasts will enjoy discovering what makes each breed unique, whether it’s the almost hairless Sphynx or the Maine Coon’s double-layer coat.

Terriers were bred to hunt vermin such as rats and badgers. Learn all about these tough, brave dogs and what makes them great hunting companions and loyal friends.