Children’s Books About Animals

I think I’ve mentioned here before that The Little Explorer is a self-proclaimed animal rescuer. He’s also a kindergartener and quite serious about learning to read. Which means we are always on the lookout for children’s books about animals.

Just as our search was beginning, Sylvan Dell Publishing contacted me about reviewing some books, quite a few of which are about animals.

In case you aren’t familiar with Sylvan Dell (I wasn’t), the company is “on a serious mission to create picture books that excite children’s imaginations, are artistically spectacular and have educational value.” Sounds good, right?

Each of the company’s 90 titles pairs a story with a “For Creative Minds” section that includes non-fiction information on the story’s topic and fun learning activities. Plus, each book is reviewed by experts in the field (think scientists and educators from places like USFWS, NASA, nature centers and the like). Online you will also find supplemental resources to take the learning even further.

Fall Titles for Animal Lovers
We were excited to check out a few of Sylvan’s newest fall titles. We loved the colorful pages and getting to read and learn more about animals. I like that both of my kids can enjoy these books – the 5 year old is challenged to learn to read them and the 9 year old to investigate and explore more through the “For Creative Minds” challenges.

These books are priced right at $9.95 (paperback). But guess what? If you like what you see here, you can get a 20% discount on your order! Read on to find out more about that.

A Butterfly Called Hope by Mary Alice Monroe

Watch as a caterpillar transforms into a chrysalis and then emerges as a monarch butterfly. Color photographs tell the story of one girl’s experience raising a butterfly and setting it free.
Best for ages: 4-8

A Day in the Deep by Kevin Kurtz

This book takes you on a journey through the dark depths of the sea – way, way below the ocean’s surface. Discover the unique habitats, adaptations and food chains of deep sea creatures.
Best for ages: 4-9

Anybody Home? by Marianne Berkes

Travel with Polly Possum as she searches for a new home to raise her expected babies. Along the way, you’ll meet all kinds of critters and see their homes as Polly Possum tries to find just the right one for her.
Best for ages: 4-8

Dino Tracks by Rhonda Lucas Donald

Perfect for the dino lover in your family, this book follows dinosaur tracks around the world. Read about different dinosaur habitats and discover the clues their tracks left behind.
Best for ages: 4-8

Get Your Books Today!
Here’s a little something to get excited about with the holidays quickly approaching: GoExploreNature.com readers get 20% off total orders through Sylvan Dell with this code: FALL13. So head over to the online store and have a look around. Note: This code will be good through November 30, 2013.

Looking for more great books for nature kids? Check out:

• 10 books that connect kids with nature
• Children’s books about ocean and marine life  
• Nature books for kids

Note: I received a complimentary copy of each of the above books from Sylvan Dell Publishing in exchange for providing my honest review with you. Read my full disclosure policy for more information.