Books Gone Wild! An Animal Roundup

This Animal Roundup is packed with exciting books featuring incredible creatures and the people who study them. Dive into the ocean with Sharks Unhooked, explore cephalopods with I’m a Dumbo Octopus!, and discover nature’s toughest matchups in Predator vs. Prey. From real-life conservation to thrilling animal battles, these books bring the wild to life!

Sharks Unhooked

Interest Level: Kindergarten – Grade 4

From the time Cristina Zenato was young, she loved the ocean and she loved sharks. She grew up to become an advocate for these incredible creatures, diving with them and removing fishing hooks from their bodies.

The Great Narwhal Rescue

From the Series Sandra Markle’s Science Discoveries
Interest Level: Grade 4 – Grade 6

Narwhals have lived in the icy Arctic Ocean for centuries. But as temperatures rise, ice disappears, and humans venture into the Arctic, these animals are in danger. Discover how scientists are working to protect narwhals.

Watching and Waiting

Interest Level: Preschool – Grade 3

What should you do if you find eggs, egg cases, or galls when you’re exploring the outdoors? You could wait and watch and even come back to check on them to see what emerges.

I’m a Dumbo Octopus!

From the Series Anne Lambelet’s Marine Life Graphic Guides
Interest Level: Grade 2 – Grade 5

Dumbo octopus Grimpy presents a tour of the whole cephalopod class: cuttlefish, nautiluses, octopuses, and squids. When he dwells on everything he can’t do, the others show him why it’s great to be a dumbo!

Whose Poo Is This?

New Series
Interest Level: Grade 2 – Grade 5

Join Dr. Egg, Dr. Yang, and Dr. Woong as they study animals, explore the natural world, and solve mysteries as these scientists bring the gross but fascinating world of poo right to you!

The Big Questions Answered

New Series
Interest Level: Kindergarten – Grade 3

This stunning nonfiction series shows how scientists make world-changing discoveries. The inspirational stories behind these discoveries in a range of scientific fields will get kids hooked on science for life!

Science Essentials

3 New Titles
Interest Level: Grade 3 – Grade 6

Take an in-depth look at some key science topics—from geology to astronomy! This fresh approach encourages young scientists to ask questions and answer them by investigating. These books are full of factual tidbits and beautiful imagery!

Lightning Bolt Books ® — Ecosystem Engineers

New Series
Interest Level: Grade 1 – Grade 3

Introduce readers to corals, sea otters, and other ecosystem engineers in this high-interest series. Engaging text and photos highlight curricular science topics, and a back-matter activity encourages further reader engagement.

Predator vs. Prey

6 New Titles
Interest Level: Grade 3 – Grade 5

In a battle of survival, who would win? A crocodile or a hippo? A wolf or a moose? Readers will learn about the skills and techniques animals use both to hunt and to protect themselves in the wild.

Weird and Wild Dinosaurs

New Series
Interest Level: Kindergarten – Grade 3

This series of high-interest graphic novels introduces young readers to lesser-known but weird and cool dinosaurs. Get up close and personal with the teeth, claws, and spikes that make them so special.

Critter Kingdom

New Series
Interest Level: Grade 2 – Grade 5

Dive into the world of critters and discover what they do all day! From bees pollinating plants to beetles keeping soil rich in nutrients, discover and celebrate the secret—and very important—lives of these tiny creatures.

Hair-Raising Predators

New Series
Interest Level: Grade 2 – Grade 5

Dive into this high-interest series exploring the world’s most extreme predators! With impressive imagery, jaw-dropping facts, and a 1-10 deadliest scale, this series is a real page-turner for curious kids.

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