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Adventure is waiting just outside your door, and these books will help your young explorers see it!
Whether your child loves tracking animal footprints, spotting birds from the backyard, or discovering the hidden wonders of the wild, these nonfiction picks for ages 6-12 are ready to roam. From fascinating creature facts to amazing habitats and the people who protect them, each book brings the natural world closer to home.
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Color in Nature: Secrets of Animal Survival by Stephen Aitken
Part of the nonfiction Orca Wild series for middle-grade readers and illustrated with color photographs throughout, this book examines how animals use color for survival.
Check AvailabilityStill Water: The Wonders of Ponds, Pools, Wetlands and More by Maciej Michno
In this lushly illustrated book, learn about the amazing world of still water ecosystems: places where water doesn’t flow, including ponds, puddles, swamps and peat bogs.
Check AvailabilityBat Planet: The Mysterious Life of the Creatures of the Night by Neil Griffin
Discover the biology, habitat, risks to survival and how you can help one of the most widespread, diverse and fascinating groups of animals on Earth.
Check AvailabilityForest by Derek Harvey
Take children on a grand tour of a grand tour of the lushest places on Earth in this striking book all about forests.
Check AvailabilityThe Dirt! Wild Life Under the Soil's Surface by Lindsey Leigh
Dig into the often messy world of critters who live underground and learn about why soil is essential to life on earth!
Check AvailabilityCute Animals That Could Kill You Dead by Brooke Hartman
These animals may put the "aww" in aww-dorable, but their deadly venom and killer instincts will also knock your socks off!
Check AvailabilitySmall World: Meet 30 of the Earth's Tiniest Creatures by Nick Crumpton
Featuring 30 teeny creatures from around the world, this book is the perfect gift for animal lovers.
Check AvailabilityThe Secret Lives of Bugs, Bees & Trees by Moira Butterfield
Take in the knowledge and wisdom of a wise, old oak tree as he shares science facts and folk tales that he has learnt in his 500 years on earth.
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