Library Adventures: Animal Planet

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Updated September 28, 2024
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Brave Dave
Andreae, Giles
Paper Book
From the bestselling team behind Giraffes Can't Dance comes another rhythmic and joyful picture about the importance of being brave! Dave the bear lives in the shadow of his brother, Clarence. Clarence is tall, handsome, bold, and brave. Dave... isn't. Dave wonders if he'll ever...
Bunny vs Monkey. Book one, Year one, January-June
Smart, Jamie
Paper Book
A classic tale of good versus evil in a zany, over-the-top comic that will have readers of all ages laughing out loud! A team of scientists has sent a monkey into space! And good thing, too, because he's a mean, selfish, noisy, bullying little fur-bag. But... all does not go...
The girl who stole an elephant
Farook, Nizrana
Paper Book
Inspired by the lush terrain of Sri Lanka, this fun tale of friendship, risk, and reward is just right for middle grade fans of fantasy and page-turning adventure. Chaya, a nobleman's rebellious, outspoken, no-nonsense daughter, just can't resist the shiny temptations the king's...
Grimwood
Shireen, Nadia
Paper Book
Foxes on the run! A crabby cat out for revenge! Fox cub siblings Ted and Nancy are being chased by Princess Buttons--the scariest street cat in the Big City. Running for their lives, the pair flees for Grimwood--a peaceful town in the countryside. The only problem? Grimwood is NOT as they...
I, Cosmo
Sorosiak, Carlie.
Paper Book
Large Print�s increased font size and wider line spacing maximizes reading legibility, and has been proven to advance comprehension, improve fluency, reduce eye fatigue, and boost engagement in young readers of all abilities, especially struggling, reluctant, and striving readers.<...
The lion inside
Bright, Rachel
Paper Book
An inspiring story that shows we all have a lion inside of us!"That day they BOTH learnedThat, no matter your size,We all have a mouseAND a lion inside."A mouse feels small and insecure and determines that what he needs to do is learn how to roar like a lion. He knows he has to act brave when...
The lost whale
Gold, Hannah; Pinfold, Levi
Paper Book
A gorgeously written standalone from the acclaimed author of The Last Bear, Hannah Gold's second novel is a touching story about adventure, recovery, and love--perfect for fans of Pax and A Wolf Called Wander. When Rio is sent to live with a grandmother he barely knows in...
The most important animal of all
Worms, Penny
Paper Book
The MOST IMPORTANT ANIMAL of ALLSeven children champion an animal for the top spot.Is it the ELEPHANT or the BEAVER, who both create habitats where other creatures can live and thrive?Is it the TIGER or the SHARK, who are both top predators, or the BAT, who keeps insect populations down?Is it the...
My life as a cat
Sorosiak, Carlie
Paper Book
He's not a stray house cat, he's an immortal being. And now he must choose whether to return to his planet or remain with his new human friend in a humorous, heart-tugging story from the author of I, Cosmo. The cat that Olive rescues from a flood has a secret: he's not...
Sing like a whale
Butterfield, Moira
Paper Book
Learn how to squeak, roar and hoot likethe animals do with this bright, fun and silly picture book exploring sound foryoung children! Hoot like an owl, howl like a wolf, and sing like a whale.Everyone needs to get their message and feelings across, animals included! Meeta collection...
There's a tiger in the garden
Stewart, Lizzy
Paper Book
A gorgeous and imaginative debut picture book by author/illustrator Lizzy Stewart, perfect for fans of Emily Hughes, Peter Brown, and Julie Morstad. There's nothing to do at Grandma's house and Nora refuses to believe any outlandish tales of dragonflies as big as birds,...
Too much stuff!
Gravett, Emily
Paper Book
Marie Kondo is for the birds in this hilarious picture book about expectant magpie parents and the dangers of having too many things! Magpies Meg and Ash want to build the perfect nest for their eggs. They use the usual mud, sticks, and grass, but are soon convinced that it's not...
The ugly five
Donaldson, Julia
Paper Book
A charming new picture book from the bestselling creators of The Gruffalo and Room on the Broom!Meet Wildebeest, Warthog, Spotted Hyena, Lappet-Faced Vulture, and Marabou Stork. On the African savanna, they're known as the Ugly Five, but for all their bumps and bristles, these animals...
When the sky falls
Earle, Phil
Paper Book
A boy and a gorilla create an unbelievable bond in this powerful WWII tale for young readers, for fans of Alan Gratz and Michael Morpugo. "A wonderful story of hurt, kindness, and what it means to be human in an inhumane world." -The Times of London, Children's Book...
Why can't horses burp? : curious questions about your favorite pet
Crumpton, Nick
Paper Book
Find answers to everything you've ever wondered about horses in this latest addition to the Curious Questions About Your Favorite Pets series. Can all horses be racehorses? Why do horses wear shoes? And what's the difference between a horse and a pony, anyway? A zoologist explains all of these,...
Zeraffa giraffa
Hofmeyr, Dianne
Paper Book
This is the astonishing true story of Zeraffa, a giraffe who was sent as a gift from Egypt to France in 1826. A young boy, Atir, takes care of Zeraffa on her epic journey and the sailors sing songs as she gazes down at them. In France, Atir leads her through the countryside, and thousands...

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