Nature Nonfiction

From “perhaps the foremost interpreter of Eastern disciplines for the contemporary West—and an author who ‘had the rare gift of ‘writing beautifully the unwritable’” (Los Angeles Times)—a guide that draws on Chinese Taoism to reexamine humanity’s place in the natural world and...

Big bodies. Razor-sharp teeth. Crushing jaws. Great white sharks are some of the most feared sharks. Some people say they seek out people as food. But this is a myth. Attacks on people are very rare. Some people say great whites live only in warm waters. This is a myth too! You can’t believe everything you hear! Listeners will bust more myths about these top ocean predators.

As part of the unique science Know-It-Alls! Series that features interesting science facts, this audiobook puts the spotlight on Bats! Did you know that the bat is the only kind of mammal that can fly? In fact, some bats can only fly, they cannot walk. From tip to tip, some kinds of bats, like Giant Flying Foxes, have a wingspan as wide as 6 feet (2 m). But there are also tiny bats, like Bumblebee Bats, with wingspans of only 6 inches (15 cm)—smaller than the length of a new pencil. There is so much to learn about these fascinating creatures.

In Courageous Canine, you'll listen to three true stories of amazing animal heroes. First meet Lilly, a playful pit bull who bravely pulled her owner from the path of a speeding train; two pods of dolphins that saved swimmers from the most powerful predator on the planet; and two gorillas that proved just how alike apes and humans really are. Follow along on their incredible adventures as these awesome animals save the day!

This book takes a very simple look at the Diplodocus dinosaur, examining what it looked like, what it ate, how it behaved, and its special skills and features such as its very long neck and tail. The book also discusses how we know about Diplodocus today, showing where fossils are found and how scientists put them together.

Squeal! Guinea pigs make fun pets. Some have long hair and some have almost no hair at all. Some have crests on their heads and others have droopy ears. Young listeners will learn about the appearance and behavior of guinea pigs, and discover why these playful rodents make great pets.

Giant pandas munch on bamboo. Learn all about these gentle bears and their habitats in Giant Pandas.

The New York Times bestselling coauthor of Sex at Dawn explores the ways in which “progress” has perverted the way we live—how we eat, learn, feel, mate, parent, communicate, work, and die—in this “engaging, extensively documented, well-organized, and thought-provoking” (Booklist)...

With unequaled insight and brio, David Brooks, the New York Times columnist and bestselling author of Bobos in Paradise, has long explored and explained the way we live. Now, with the intellectual curiosity and emotional wisdom that make his columns among the most read in the nation, Brooks...

Learn about the great rivers of the World with the iMindsJNR audio-learning series for younger minds. Can you guess which is the world's longest river? According to most scientists, it is the Nile, which passes through several African countries, and is 6,695 kilometers long. Some scientists have recently argued that the Amazon in South America is in fact longer. It all depends on where you start your measurements!

Each book will take beginning listeners into the wild where they will learn about the distinct features, natural habitat, and unique diet of a popular zoo animal. This volume includes Zebras, Chameleons, Crocodiles, Iguanas, Komodo Dragons, Snow Leopards, Toucans, and Tree Frogs.

What animals do you see out your window? This series for beginning listeners introduces these critters through simple, predictable text. Get ready to explore the animals in your yard with this fun series!

Children will explore fun facts about different zoo animals. Did you know a family of lions is called a pride? Or, that the cheetah is the fastest land animal. From a lion to a parrot, this book teaches children about all of their furry zoo friends!

In this inspiring manifesto, an internationally renowned ecologist makes a clear case for why protecting nature is our best health insurance, and why it makes economic sense.

When a group of wolves live together, it's called a pack. Learn about life inside a pack of wolves and why these animals like to stick together. Find out how living together with others helps wolves hunt for food, communicate with one another, and raise their young.

When a group of meerkats live together, it's called a mob. Learn about life inside a mob of meerkats and why these animals like to stick together. Find out how living together with others helps meerkats raise their young, stay safe, and find food.

Winner of the National Book Award This bestselling, groundbreaking exploration of the Far North is a classic of natural history, anthropology, and travel writing. The Arctic is a perilous place. Only a few species of wild animals can survive its harsh climate. In this modern classic, Barry...

Even though a Shih Tzu is about the size of a basketball, they are very proud. Learn more about this regal breed, and if owning a Shih Tzu is right for you.

Learn how green sea turtles live in the ocean, meet their friends, and see their natural habitat.

King cobras slither across the ground. Learn all about these venomous snakes and their habitats in King Cobras.