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Books for Animal Lovers

Say Hello Like an Armadillo

Written by Zewlan Moor Illustrated by Karen Obuhanych
4-8

It’s not just people who say “hello”—animals do, too! This playful story invites children to be open to all kinds of greetings as animals from around the world show off the unique ways they say “hello.” From belugas’ fin shakes and tongue clicks to fiddler crabs’ waving claws to armadillos’…

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A World of Dogs

Written by Carlie Sorosiak Illustrated by Luisa Uribe
8-12

Written by children's author and accidental American Dingo-owner Carlie Sorosiak, this gorgeous celebration of fascinating facts and amazing real-life stories is the perfect gift for dog lovers. Throughout human history dogs have been by our side, paw prints following our footprints wherever we roamed. In A World of Dogs, discover everything you…

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Animal Actions: Buzz Like a Bee

Illustrated by Guilherme Karsten
0-3

A buzz-worthy new novelty book with lots of fun animals and sliders to push, pull, and jiggle. With simple rhyming text, things to push, pull, and spin, and bright illustrations from Guilherme Karsten, children will love to copy the movements of these animals and join in the garden fun. A…

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Animal Actions: Snap Like a Crab

Illustrated by Guilherme Karsten
0-3

With simple rhyming text, things to push, pull, and spin, and bright illustrations from Guilerheme Karsten, children will love to copy the movements of these animals and join in the ocean fun. A great way to develop a child's fine motor skills as well as encourage wider movement by exploring…

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Animal Actions: Stomp Like an Elephant

Illustrated by Guilherme Karsten
2-5

An enormously fun new novelty book with lots of fun animals and sliders to push, pull, and jiggle! With simple rhyming text, things to push, pull, and spin, and bright illustrations from Guilerheme Karsten, children will love to copy the movements of these animals and join in the savanna fun. A…

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Animal Actions: Waddle Like a Duck

Illustrated by Guilherme Karsten
0-3

Wade right into this new novelty book with fun animal sliders to push, pull, and jiggle. With simple rhyming text, things to push, pull, and spin, and bright illustrations from Guilerhem Karsten, children will love to copy the movements of these animals and join in the farmyard fun. A great way…

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Animal Tales from India: Ten Stories from the Panchatantra

Written by Nikita Gill Illustrated by Chaaya Prabhat
7-10

Discover a world of wonder, wisdom, and friendship in this illustrated gift book of ancient Indian fables, retold by bestselling poet Nikita Gill. "Great read-aloud enjoyment to be had for families."-The Wall Street Journal The stories of the Panchatantra have been read aloud and shared for thousands of years, kept…

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Cat Chat

Written by Dr Jess French Illustrated by Penelope Dullaghan
2-5

"Say hello"cat or "let me go" cat? Learn exactly what your favorite feline is trying to tell you in this friendly and funny first board book about cats and their chat! In this beautifully illustrated board book, bestselling author of What a Waste, Dr. Jess French provides the perfect introduction to living with…

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How to Be a Vet and Other Animal Jobs

Written by Dr Jess French Illustrated by Sol Linero
7-10

A friendly and fascinating book about how to work with animals, for children from 6+, written by vet and CBeebies presenter Dr. Jess French. Do you have what it takes to become a vet, a horse trainer, or to work at a nature reserve? Find out all about the incredible…

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How to Help a Hare and Protect a Polar Bear

Written by Dr Jess French Illustrated by Angela Keoghan
9-12

Find out how YOU can help endangered animals and make the world a better place, too! From beetles and butterflies to porpoises and polar bears, animals and habitats all over the world need our protection. This book is full of simple everyday ways for you to help save the environment.…

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MEGA

Written by Jules Howard Illustrated by Gavin Scott
9-12

Discover the megafauna species that have shaped our planet - from the mighty megalodon, saber-toothed cats, and giant birds that existed millions of years ago, to the elephants, giraffes, and whales that live today. Why did some of the largest creatures on Earth go extinct? What do we know about…

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Puppy Talk

Written by Dr Jess French Illustrated by Penelope Dullaghan
2-5

'Let's go and play' dog or 'had a bad day' dog? Puppy Talk is the perfect introduction to living with dogs and puppies for young children.  Learn how to read a dog's body language and what your pet might be trying to tell you through their tail wags, ear position,…

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This Little Kitten

Written by Nosy Crow Ltd Illustrated by Ingela P. Arrhenius
0-3

From Ingela P. Arrhenius, creator of the Peekaboo and Felt Flaps series, this stylish and innovative new touch-and-feel series is perfect for little ones just beginning to engage their senses.   The latest in a new series of board books that encourages babies and toddlers to explore the world through…

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This Little Duckling

Written by Nosy Crow Ltd Illustrated by Ingela P. Arrhenius
0-3

From Ingela P. Arrhenius, creator of the Peekaboo and Felt Flaps series, this stylish and innovative new touch-and feel-series is perfect for little ones just beginning to engage their senses. This brand-new series of board books encourages babies and toddlers to explore the world through touch. From fuzzy faux feathers…

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This Little Lion

Written by Nosy Crow Ltd Illustrated by Ingela P. Arrhenius
0-3

Meet five adorable little lions and explore their different textures in this touch-and-feel book for babies and toddlers, with a soft felt flap finale! This exciting board series encourages babies and toddlers to explore the world through touch. From fuzzy faux feathers and fur to puffy vinyl and holographic foil,…

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This Little Puppy

Written by Nosy Crow Ltd Illustrated by Ingela P. Arrhenius
0-3

From Ingela P. Arrhenius, creator of the Peekaboo and Felt Flaps series, this stylish and innovative new touch-and-feel series is perfect for little ones just beginning to engage their senses.   The latest in a new series of board books that encourages babies and toddlers to explore the world through…

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Who Ate Steve?

Written by Susannah Lloyd Illustrated by Kate Hindley
4-8

A hilariously quirky mini mystery reminiscent of Jon Klassen's classic I Want My Hat Back. Welcome to this extremely interesting book about size. Marcel is a bird and he is big. Steve is a worm, and he is . . . Wait a minute! Steve has DISAPPEARED! Does Marcel know…

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One Cat, Two Cats

Written by Jonathan Emmett Illustrated by Rob Hodgson
2-5

Count from one to twenty in this vibrant lift-the-flap pop-up book! This joyful, interactive counting picture book has plenty of cat-itude! One cat, two cats, three cats, four. Five cats, six cats . . . how many more? There are 20 funny felines to find in lots of silly, cat-like…

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C is for Cat

Written by Em Lynas Illustrated by Sara Ogilvie
2-5

Bound into this playful and energetic rhyming text featuring an adorable cast of cats. Whether chasing after a toy, scratching with their claws or napping in the window, a cat’s life is so much FUN. This hilarious alphabet celebration of silly kitties is perfect for cat lovers young and old.…

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Everything You Know About Bugs (and other tiny creatures) is Wrong!

Written by Dr. Nick Crumpton Illustrated by Gavin Scott
8-12

Fans of all things creepy-crawly will become experts on insects and other tiny creatures with this informative, inventive, and entertaining nonfiction book! Do you know all there is to know about insects and other tiny creatures? Bees die when they sting you, centipedes have 100 legs, and cockroaches are indestructible,…

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Everything You Know About Sharks is Wrong!

Written by Dr. Nick Crumpton Illustrated by Gavin Scott
8-12

Shark fans will quickly become shark experts with this informative, inventive and entertaining take on an animal book! Do you know all there is to know about sharks? They're all giant, cold-blooded creatures that enjoy eating humans, right? Well, this book is here to show you that you're WRONG! But…

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Everything You Know About Dinosaurs is Wrong!

Written by Dr. Nick Crumpton Illustrated by Gavin Scott
8-12

Do you know all there is to know about dinosaurs? They're mean, green, and not very smart, right? Well, this book is here to show you that you're WRONG! But don't worry, even the experts can't be right all the time . . . From fossilized feathers to long-necked look-alikes,…

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Let’s Go Home, Baby Bunny

Illustrated by Carolina Búzio
2-5

Help the baby animals find their way home in this fun new sliding counter series! Meet rabbit, fox, bear and owl—four adorable baby animals who are lost in the woods! With easy-to-use moving parts and four unique tracks to develop hand-eye coordination and concentration, babies and toddlers will enjoy taking…

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Let’s Go Home, Baby Chick

Illustrated by Carolina Búzio
2-5

Help the baby farm animals find their way home in this fun moving slider series - perfect for springtime! Meet baby chick, baby lamb, baby duckling, and baby calf - four adorable barnyard animals who are lost! With easy-to-use moving parts and four unique tracks to develop hand-eye coordination and…

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Let’s Go Home, Baby Panda

Illustrated by Carolina Búzio
2-5

Help the baby animals find their way home in this fun moving slider series! Meet baby panda, baby yak, baby tortoise, and baby leopard—four adorable wild animals who are lost! With easy-to-use moving parts and four unique tracks to develop hand-eye coordination and concentration, babies and toddlers will enjoy taking…

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Let’s Go Home, Baby Penguin

Illustrated by Carolina Búzio
2-5

Help the baby animals find their way home in this fun moving slider series! Meet baby penguin, baby reindeer, baby polar bear, and baby seal-four adorable arctic animals who are lost! With easy-to-use moving parts and four unique tracks to develop hand-eye coordination and concentration, babies and toddlers will enjoy…

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Let’s Go Home, Baby Puppy

Illustrated by Carolina Búzio
2-5

Help the baby animals find their way home in this fun moving slider series! Meet baby puppy, baby kitten, baby guinea pig, and baby fish — four adorable pets who are lost! With easy-to-use moving parts and four unique tracks to develop hand-eye coordination and concentration, babies and toddlers will…

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Let’s Go Home, Baby Shark

Illustrated by Carolina Búzio
2-5

Help the baby animals find their way home in this fun new sliding counter series! Meet shark, crab, octopus, and puffin- four adorable baby animals who are lost at sea! With easy-to-use moving parts and four unique tracks to develop hand-eye coordination and concentration, babies and toddlers will enjoy taking…

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Let’s Go Home, Baby Tiger

Illustrated by Carolina Búzio
2-5

Help the baby animals find their way home in this fun new sliding counter series! Meet tiger, parrot, elephant, and crocodile- four adorable baby animals who are lost in the jungle! With easy-to-use moving parts and four unique tracks to develop hand-eye coordination and concentration, babies and toddlers will enjoy…

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All the Animals Were Sleeping

Written by Clare Helen Welsh Illustrated by Jenny Løvlie
4-8

A beautiful picture book about the ways in which animals sleep in the Serengeti, written by award-winning author Clare Helen Welsh and illustrated by the winner of the 2019 Waterstones Children's Book Prize, Jenny Løvlie On the dry, grassy plains of the Serengeti, a little mongoose makes his way home…

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What’s That Noise? Cheep!

Illustrated by Pui Lee
0-3

An innovative new interactive series with multiple novelties to enjoy—sounds, flaps, and a mirror! This stylish and engaging spring-themed sound book has 5 different noises to captivate babies' attention and stimulate their senses. Once hearing each mystery noise, babies will guess who is hiding behind the sturdy flap before lifting…

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What’s That Noise? Hoot!

Illustrated by Pui Lee
0-3

An innovative new interactive series with multiple novelties to enjoy—sounds, flaps, and a mirror! This stylish and engaging forest-themed sound book has 5 different noises to captivate babies' attention and stimulate their senses. Once hearing each mystery noise, babies will guess who is hiding behind the sturdy flap before lifting…

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What’s That Noise? Meow!

Illustrated by Pui Lee
0-3

Winner of a Good Housekeeping 2025 Kids’ Book Award An innovative new interactive series with multiple novelties to enjoy—sounds, flaps, and a mirror! This stylish and engaging pet-themed sound book has 5 different noises to captivate babies' attention and stimulate their senses. Once hearing each mystery noise, babies will guess…

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What’s That Noise? Roar!

Illustrated by Pui Lee
0-3

An innovative new interactive series with multiple novelties to enjoy—sounds, flaps, and a mirror! This stylish and engaging savanna-themed sound book has 5 different noises to captivate babies' attention and stimulate their senses. Once hearing each mystery noise, babies will guess who is hiding behind the sturdy flap before lifting…

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What’s That Noise? Moo!

Illustrated by Pui Lee
0-3

An innovative new interactive series with multiple novelties to enjoy—sounds, flaps, and a mirror! This stylish and engaging farm-themed sound book has 5 different noises to captivate babies' attention and stimulate their senses. Once hearing each mystery noise, babies will guess who is hiding behind the sturdy flap before lifting…

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