Nature Adventure

Sound interesting? The author thinks so too! Listen to The Adventures of Snook and Gator: Gator's Day in the Field and experience the compelling world of Snook and Gator.

Award-winning author Ursula K. Le Guin's Catwings books are beloved by younger readers. In the final book of the series, youngest catwings kitten Jane is fed up with life on the farm, and decides to strike out on her own. She soon finds that people will take advantage of her for their own gain, and tries to find someone who loves her not just because she is a cat with wings.

One Sunny Day follows a dragonfly living on Carpenter’s Pond, paralleling young children’s daily adventures and celebrating curiosity, learning, and creativity included in pre-school, kindergarten, and homeschooling classrooms.

Hangdog Days vividly chronicles the era when rock climbing exploded in popularity, attracting a new generation of talented climbers eager to reach new heights via harder routes and faster ascents. This contentious, often entertaining period gave rise to sport climbing, climbing gyms, and competitive climbing-indelibly transforming the sport. Jeff Smoot was one of those brash young climbers, and here he traces the development of traditional climbing "rules," enforced first through peer pressure, then later through intimidation and sabotage.

Against all odds, cubs Stellan, Jytte, Third, and Froya have found the key hidden inside the legendary Den of Forever Frost. Now, they have everything they need to destroy the dangerous ice clock. Everything . . . except an army. The power-hungry Grand Patek will stop at nothing to protect the clock, the source of his authority. And so, it's up to the cubs to convince the animals of Ga'Hoole to join the fight - a journey that'll take them from the fabled owl parliament to the rugged territory of the wolves of the beyond.

Peppa and Rebecca Rabbit would love to be mermaids! When they come up with a plan to have an under-the-sea party, Peppa gets carried away and invites all her friends over for a swimming disco with starfish-shaped sandwiches and a real beach. There's just one problem ... Mummy and Daddy Pig aren't prepared for this at all! Can Miss Rabbit, Emergency Party Planner and Entertainer Extraordinaire, come to the rescue?

Clay has had his fill of home life. A global plague has brought the world to a screeching halt, and with little to look forward to but a summer of video-calling friends, vying with annoying sisters for the family computer, and tuning out his parents’ financial worries, he’s only too happy to retreat to the woods. From the moment the elegant little dog with the ornate collar appears like an apparition among the trees, Clay sees something uncanny in her.

Join Bones, the mischievous black cat, as he embarks on a quest to catch a REAL rainbow fish! Will Bones discover the fish's secrets and fulfill his dream of capturing the shimmering, magical creature? Find out now in this first heartwarming tale of the Adventures of Bones. Written, Illustrated and Narrated by Tiffany Carlson. Perfect for little ears, this delightful tale is not just a story - it's an experience. Whether it's bedtime, travel time, or waiting room moments, let the magic of story letting captivate young minds in this audio journey designed for the joy of new listeners.

Samantha discovers a plot to wipe out the wild horses near her family's ranch, but she can't convince anyone else that the Phantom's herd needs help. When her insistence that the mustangs are in danger pits her against her family, her classmates, and the local sheriff, her only friend left is the Phantom Stallion. Can he help her solve the mustang mystery before her dad sends her out of harm’s way, back to San Francisco?

In Never Say Die, 15-year-old Inuit hunter Nick Thrasher takes a trip downriver with his half-brother Ryan, who’s visiting Canada’s Arctic to photograph the caribou migration. But when disaster strikes, Nick is forced to survive alone in a landscape filled with dangerous predators. Most of all, he fears the terrifying “grolar bear”, the half-grizzly, half-polar-bear hybrid that isn’t supposed to exist - except Nick has seen it with his own eyes.

Cougars have been spotted nearby, but they haven't hurt the ranch horses - yet. So Samantha is outraged when a neighboring rancher vows to kill the mountain lions on sight. Her family's horses may be safe, but out on the range, Sam spots a wild young stallion without a herd. Being alone puts this horse in danger. Sam is determined to protect the rebellious mustang and still save the cougars.

Anthea and her friends are on a mission. Anthea's mother has kidnapped a Coronami princess, the herd stallion and half a dozen more horses - enough to start her own herd. Suspecting that she is making a deal with the antagonistic emperor of the neighboring land, Kronenhof, Anthea and her friends race there to meet with the emperor and try to find Princess Margaret and the horses. But they don't have much time before Coronam declares war against Kronenhof, which would leave Anthea and her companions trapped in a hostile country.

Anthea knows the truth about horses. They’re not carriers of deadly disease like everyone in their kingdom thinks; they’re majestic creatures who share their thoughts and feelings with her through The Way. Anthea has convinced the king of this, but at a cost - he demands that horses and riders with The Way do his bidding. But when a deadly plague breaks out, the people believe that horses are the cause. As more fall ill, it's up to Anthea and her friends to transport medicine, all while keeping out of reach from Anthea's wicked mother.

Join Buddy, the spirited brown and white pup, in Buddy's Barktastic Christmas Adventure as he discovers the magic of Christmas! From the twinkling lights to the joy of snowflakes and the heartwarming moments around the tree, Buddy's adventures celebrate the season's delights through his charming canine eyes. Perfect for a cozy listen-aloud, this tale will tickle the imagination of children and remind parents of the simple joys of holiday traditions. Gift the little ones this book and watch their faces light up with the same wonder Buddy feels in every adventure.

Meet Chi, the Extraordinary Puppy Boy! He is seven, playful, and unique. Chi dreams of being a superhero for doggies. He is a super hopper, barker, and plays in his yellow “X O” costume and green cape, while proving he is ready for a puppy, while laughing and teasing his mischievous sister!

Dive amongst the coral in the weird and wonderful Great Barrier Reef in sunny Australia, climb to the coldest heights of Mount Everest and strap in for some splashingly good fun down the rapids at The Grand Canyon. There are many more natural wonders to visit and so much more to learn and discover about them all ,so don't miss out on this global adventure!

Her name is Rose Bud, and she was born with a rose over her heart. Hear about Rose Bud’s adventures as she goes looking for her missing dad and meets many friends and villains. In The Great Escape, Rose Bud finds her dad trapped and with the help of some friends, attempts to free him.

After escaping from the zoo and coming to live with Patrick and his mum, Marco proves to have many talents. Now Patrick discovers that Marco is also a musical genius – he can play the trombone, banjo and even moonwalk like Michael Jackson! 'Let's start a band', Patrick says, and Marco becomes a star.

Twelve-year-old Putney Hicks is on high alert. News has spread about a rare, three-legged sea turtle who successfully dug and laid a nest of eggs, but there’s a problem: the bright lights of a nearby porch could lead the vulnerable babies away from the ocean and into danger. With less than ten days before the eggs hatch, Putney is working around the clock on a brilliant prototype to save the tiny turtles from certain death.

Many years ago, magic prevailed in Britain. It was a time when women were chosen by Mother Nature herself; a time of witchcraft, of the brotherhood of the Gwithiaz and of the terrifying Creatures. It has become a piece of forgotten history. Now, magic has returned and Kiera is the first witch the world has seen in centuries. Jack has been chosen to learn the ways of the Gwithiaz. Together they must master their crafts and overcome their differences if they are to survive the dark enemy lurking in the shadows.