Discovery Animals

Until the early 1870s, very little was known about the creatures lurking in the depths of our oceans. The first systematic investigation into life in our oceans was made during the circumnavigation of the HMS Challenger. Scientists credit this voyage as the beginning of modern oceanography. In this book, Graham Bell takes listeners through the voyage station by station, following the progress of the expedition and introducing some of the new and strange animals that were hauled up from the depths of the ocean and seen by human eyes for the first time.

Theodosia Throckmorton is in a fix. Allowed to attend a reception given by one of the directors of her parents museum, she stumbles across Mr. Tetley of the British Museum in most unusual circumstances! Since Theo has last seen him in a showdown in an ancient Egyptian tomb, his reappearance could mean only one thing: the Serpents of Chaos are back.

Pim is a baby aardvark, with a long, furry nose. He has tiny little claws instead of fingers and toes, and sleeps in a cosy burrow. But he isn't sure what being an aardvark really means. He asks his mother all sorts of questions, and she decides it is time he found out what being an aardvark is all about. In his quest to discover the world around him, he meets lots of exotic and interesting animals. There are snakes, cheetahs, elephants, and monkeys, and they all have something to teach him.

Nyx is a celestial black cat whose enigmatic charm, cosmic adventures, and deep symbolism resonate with audiences of all ages. Nyx: Part 1 is more than just a story—it’s an immersive experience brought to life in its stunning Audible edition. Through vivid narration, listeners are transported into a mystical world of celestial realms, bioluminescent forests, radiant waterfalls, and Arctic auroras. Nyx’s journey is one of resilience, self-discovery, and unlocking the mysteries of the universe.

The quirky and singular Nobel Prize winner Barbara McClintock, a founder of modern genetics who did things her own way, is honored in this lively young STEM biography by Sibert Honor winner Lori Alexander. Celebrating the power of curiosity and the rewards of tenacity, this engaging biography...

From the author of Ghosts in the Fog comes a story that will appeal to lovers of history, adventure, and dogs. Byrd & Igloo is the first narrative nonfiction audiobook to tell the daring adventures of legendary polar explorer and aviator Richard Byrd and his lovable dog explorer, Igloo. Byrd is known for being the first to fly a plane over the North and South Poles, while Igloo is famous for being the only dog to explore both the North and South Poles.

This enchanting story follows Timber, a curious and lovable panda, as she embarks on a journey of self-discovery, friendship, and adventure. From exploring the mysterious depths of the forest to making new friends like Flint the red panda and Pico the parrot, Timber learns valuable life lessons that every young reader can relate to.

Clippity Clippity is the story of a young horse who lives in the circus with his mother Bright Star. His dream is to one day be in the circus like his mother. Clippity is worried that he might never be in the circus, but he is also worried that he might be sent away. Clippity is very concerned about his destiny. Come along with Clippity on his journey and hear what happens.

Felonious the Feline Finds Family is a heartwarming, rhyming adventure that follows a clever street cat named Felonious as he embarks on a journey to find his long-lost family. Along the way, he’s joined by Nino, a wise and friendly chow chow, who helps guide him through challenges and ancient landmarks. As Felonious travels from city to city, he learns important lessons about family, love, and self-discovery. This delightful, rhyming tale is filled with humor and excitement, teaching young listeners the value of belonging and the joy of finding family in unexpected places.

A young sapling sprouts! It is excited about its new world. It yearns to connect with all things that pass by. Unfortunately, human beings are too busy. So, it patiently waits and watches for a thousand years. Follow its magical journey as humanity evolves and trees begin to slowly disappear. Until... a girl far in the future finds the seeking tree. With your help, she can change the course of history!

With their long tusks, narwhals are unique whales that live in the Arctic Ocean. But as climate change causes global temperatures to rise, less and less sea ice is covering the Arctic Ocean each year. Narwhals are left vulnerable without the ice, which historically provided them with safe areas to roam out of reach of their natural predators, killer whales. And humans are taking advantage of the clearer water, searching and drilling for oil and hauling cargo.

Everyone meet Patches! She is a very special dog and has something incredible about her! When she is on her discovery adventure journeys the different character patches on her hair ' flash ' to teach her the right thing to do every where she goes! All the different patches of hair on Patches make up her coat of characters. Her character patches are what make Patches who she is.

Join Whiskers, the lovable Siamese kitten, as he explores his sunny backyard, asking “What's that?” and “What's dat?” at every delightful turn. This playful narration brings each adventure to life with lively sound effects, engaging storytelling, and a warm, friendly voice that captures the wonder of discovery. Perfect for little ones and family listening time, this audiobook sparks curiosity and makes every moment a joyful learning adventure.

Stay rewired: This book is designed to take you all through a series of short stories into the lives of most invaluable dogs and birds. A journey full of fun, emotions, separation, loss, anger, laughter, surprises, shocks, jealousy, possessiveness, loyalty, sacrifices, learning, and lot more! A wonderfully engaging book for all ages!

Looking Up is a heartwarming children's story with a Christian message of an alpaca on a journey through the Peruvian Andes. On his journey, Andre Antonio Alpaca meets new friends and learns about friendship, family, and trust in his maker. Inspired by Psalm 121, this audiobook has valuable life lessons and teaches about God's love. This story also teaches about Peruvian animals, culture, and history.

Have you ever wondered just how a glow stick works? Or what about those glow-in-the-dark stars you stick on your ceiling keep on shining? In her first book, author and teacher Anita Sitarski answers these questions and more giving listeners the inside scoop on everything that glows. Fireflies, bacteria, squid, jelly fish—what do all of these things have in common? They glow! It seems like one of mother nature’s mysteries, but many curious scientists have begun to shine light on this beautiful phenomenon.

Twelve million years ago, rhinos, elephants, and camels roamed North America. They would gather at nearby watering holes - eating, drinking, and trying not to become someone else’s lunch. But one day, in what we now know as Nebraska, everything changed. The explosion of a supervolcano a thousand miles away sent a blanket of ash that buried these animals for millennia. Until 1953, when a 17-year-old farm worker made an unbelievable discovery.

Meet Speedy, a vibrant Blue Betta, also known as a Siamese Fighting Fish and Betta Splendens in the world of ichthyology. Living in a small bowl, Speedy finds himself perplexed by the reflection he sees daily, mistaking it for a rival Blue Betta. With the spirit of a Japanese fighting fish, Speedy prepares diligently to defend his territory, training harder each day to become faster and stronger. His determination grows as he waits for his adversary to return. But then, a realization dawns on him: there is no need for an actual fight.

Did you know that women once wore corsets under their bathing suits? Or that "semi-drowning" - the strip and plunge practice - was thought to be good for one's health? Or that Pudgy Stockton, the body-building queen of Muscle Beach, California, opened the country's first gym for women? From the bathhouses of the ancient Greeks to Venice Beach and Coney Island, Let's Go to the Beach takes a multifaceted and well-researched look at beaches and their attendant customs.

Die kleine Terrier-Hündin Polly wohnt mit ihrer Menschenfamilie in einem kleinen Haus mit Garten. Zur Familie gehören das Mini-Frauchen Mona, deren Mutter Lisa und der Papa Paul. Vom Frühjahr bis zum Winter erleben alle Fünf die wunderschöne Natur um sich herum: Vom kleinen Schneeglöckchen über die hohe Weide bis hin zur riesigen Zypresse beobachten sie geringe und große Veränderungen im Ablauf der Jahreszeiten.