Saving Animals

Morgan learns to care for a baby beaver that is washed into her backyard by floodwaters.

Poppy has a plan...and it may get her killed. Is it worth the risk? As a Federal Wildlife Agent, Poppy’s passionate about her job. She's got her badge, and now she wants to earn their respect. But all they see is 5’ 2” with perky assets. They’ve underestimated her. That’s her best weapon. There’s just one problem. Her annoyingly attractive partner, a former Navy Seal, and Poppy don’t see eye to eye. While he follows procedure, Poppy crafts a clever trap for the killers. But the Costa Ricans play for keeps. They have a crime syndicate to protect.

Martha Pennydrop is ten, and desperate to grow up. But growing up is a tricky business. It means turning your back on imagination, fun and magic, because those were the things that led to the Terrible Day when something awful nearly happened to Martha's younger brother, Scruff, which would have been All Her Fault. But when Martha and Scruff discover a drawer full of mysterious gold dust in the bedroom of their new house - along with a window that's seemingly impossible to close - it's the start of an incredible adventure to a magical world: Neverland!

For fans of Wesley the Owl and The Soul of an Octopus, the story of a sick baby bird nursed back to health and into the wild by renowned writer/artist Julie Zickefoose. When Jemima, a young orphaned blue jay, is brought to wildlife rehabilitator Julie Zickefoose, she is a virtually tailless...

Fall is here, and Kate is determined to save her flowers from the winter cold. Mom shows her how to scoop the flowers out of the ground, transplant them into pots, and give them water. Kate pots a couple flowers...and then some more...and a few more. With Mom distracted on the phone, Kate has filled the house with flowers, but Dad's sneezes mean the flowers have to go! Kate realizes she needs to find a new place for her flowers to spend the winter, but where?

The manatee has been swimming the oceans for ages. But today this ancient animal faces an uncertain future. Stephen Swinburne takes young readers into the underwater world of manatees as he assists marine biologists who monitor the health of manatees in Homosassa Springs, Florida, and snorkels in the Crystal River with a dozen fourth-graders to observe manatees in the wild.

The very first book written by Dr. Joel Wallach (with his late wife Josephine). It is the saga of the white rhino and the people involved with its resurrection from the brink of extinction. It is an exciting adventure for young and old alike.

On a cold January day in 2017, nearly two months before due date, Nile hippopotamus Bibi gave her keepers at the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden a big surprise: a tiny newborn hippo, no bigger than a football. The first premature hippo born and raised in captivity, baby Fiona was an underdog from the start: She couldn't nurse, she couldn't stay hydrated, and she wasn't thriving. But the staff at the zoo knew they could save her.

Allie wanted a pet more than anything in the entire world. She bugged her parents for two months before they gave in to her request. Early the next day, Allie and her parents visited the Humane Society. Which pet did Allie choose? What did she name her pet? What happens to Allie's pet? Can you tell me? Listen on, and find out for yourself!

With Raising Chickens Made Simple, you’ll skip the trial and error and confidently build a thriving flock from day one. Learn practical tips and time-saving routines that make caring for chickens simple, fun, and fulfilling. Even if you’ve never built a coop or handled a hen, this guide gives you real-world solutions for raising chickens with confidence. Enjoy fresh eggs and a sustainable lifestyle—right in your own backyard.

Among the cobblestone villages and towns of rural Bulgaria, a dedicated team of unsung heroes led by Emma and Anthony Smith works tirelessly to change the destiny of street dogs. These animals are abandoned and neglected, and sometimes in danger, until Street Hearts step in to provide them with a second chance. In this heartwarming and inspiring tale, we meet the remarkable dogs they rescue and learn how an army of volunteers goes about it.

Join the adventure of a brave and clever parrot who loves his home—the beautiful, vibrant forest. When danger comes to the forest, the wise parrot knows it’s up to him to protect the animals and trees he cares about. With a heart full of courage and a mind full of clever ideas, he teaches everyone that even the smallest voice can make a big difference.

Southern white rhinos are in trouble. For years, a rumor has been spreading that their horns can be used to cure cancer, and poachers have been targeting these gentle creatures. Sandra Markle takes listeners behind the scenes to see how civilians, volunteer organizations, and African governments are working together to protect rhinos.

In Saving Shiloh, Phyllis Reynolds Naylor brings to a conclusion the trilogy begun with the Newbery Medal winner Shiloh and its sequel, Shiloh Season. Judd Travers is physically on the mend from the truck accident that nearly took his life in Shiloh Season. But is he healing inside too? Can...

En México, en el Golfo de California, el desastre llega a la vida de Payeto, la vaquita marina más pequeña del mundo. De pronto, él está solo, y posiblemente sea la última vaquita marina del Planeta. En San Pedro, un pequeño poblado cercano, dos adolescentes, el tímido Miguelito y la preciosa Magda, luchan por encontrar un futuro esperanzador en una comunidad donde la industria pesquera está colapsando. En su peligrosa travesía, Payeto se enfrenta, cara a cara, con el montruoso "Diablo Rojo", Maku, el Rey de los lobos marinos, y finalmente con el depredador más peligroso de todos, el hombre.

This inspiring book is a guide for children on how they can make a difference in the world and help save the environment. The book covers a wide range of topics, including reducing waste, conserving water, protecting wildlife, and using renewable energy. Children will learn about the different ecosystems and the impact of human actions on the environment. They will also discover simple, everyday actions they can take to help reduce their carbon footprint and protect the planet.

On remote Codfish Island off the southern coast of New Zealand live the last 91 kakapo parrots on earth. These trusting, flightless, and beautiful birds - the largest and most unusual parrots on earth - have suffered devastating population loss. Now, on an island refuge with the last of the species, New Zealand’s National Kakapo Recovery Team is working to restore the kakapo population. With the help of 14 humans who share a single hut and a passion for saving these odd ground-dwelling birds, the kakapo are making a comeback in New Zealand.

From his treehouse in a city park, Elliot takes pride in solving problems. But when a squirrel named Mister Nibbles is given to a human as a birthday gift and taken to a house near the park, Elliot isn't sure what to do. Everyone knows squirrels don't belong indoors, but how can Elliot and his friends rescue the trapped rodent?

As two little hummingbirds explore life's journey, each path their own brave new world. One lives heedlessly in the moment, while the other discovers a mysterious red book and grows up to become the richest hummingbird in the rainforest. Slow and steady wins the race! Introduce your little ones to the concept of saving, investing, and helping others with this beautifully inspired story.

This heartfelt picture book biography, adapted for audio, tells the story of MaVynee Betsch, an African American opera singer turned environmentalist and the legacy she preserved. MaVynee loved going to the beach. But in the days of Jim Crow, she couldn't just go to any beach--most of the...