- Environment (471)
Bestsellers
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Moonbird
- A Year on the Wind with the Great Survivor B95
- By: Phillip Hoose
- Narrated by: Phillip Hoose
- Length: 3 hrs and 9 mins
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Meet rufa red knot B95. Scientists call him the Moonbird because, in the course of his astoundingly long lifetime, this robin-sized shorebird has flown the distance to the moon - and halfway back....
By: Phillip Hoose
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Natural Wonders of the World
- Ladybird Audio Adventures
- By: Ladybird
- Narrated by: Ben Bailey-Smith
- Length: 1 hr and 2 mins
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On this adventure, we're going to travel all around the globe and learn more about the seven natural wonders of the world....
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5 yr old approved!
- By Sarah on 11-18-23
By: Ladybird
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Ladybird Audio Adventures: Rainforests
- By: Ladybird
- Narrated by: Sophie Aldred
- Length: 1 hr and 4 mins
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Join our intrepid adventurers Otto and Cassandra (and Missy, the smartest bird in the universe) as they embark on a brand new Ladybird Audio Adventure....
By: Ladybird
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The Deserts
- Ladybird Audio Adventures
- By: Ladybird
- Narrated by: Ben Bailey-Smith
- Length: 52 mins
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Bring plenty of water because on this adventure, we're going to explore the driest places on Earth, deserts....
By: Ladybird
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Can You Hear the Trees Talking?
- Discovering the Hidden Life of the Forest
- By: Peter Wohlleben
- Narrated by: Blair Stainton
- Length: 3 hrs and 24 mins
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Discover the secret life of trees with this nature and science book for kids: Can You Hear the Trees Talking? shares the mysteries and magic of the forest with young listeners, revealing what trees feel, how they communicate, and the ways trees take care of their families....
By: Peter Wohlleben
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Nature's Best Hope (Young Readers' Edition)
- How You Can Save the World in Your Own Yard
- By: Douglas W. Tallamy, Sarah L. Thomson - adapter
- Narrated by: Adam Barr
- Length: 2 hrs and 47 mins
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This middle grade adaptation of Doug Tallamy's Nature's Best Hope is an essential introduction to conservation, ecology, biodiversity, and the impact of native plants....
By: Douglas W. Tallamy, and others
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Moonbird
- A Year on the Wind with the Great Survivor B95
- By: Phillip Hoose
- Narrated by: Phillip Hoose
- Length: 3 hrs and 9 mins
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Meet rufa red knot B95. Scientists call him the Moonbird because, in the course of his astoundingly long lifetime, this robin-sized shorebird has flown the distance to the moon - and halfway back....
By: Phillip Hoose
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Natural Wonders of the World
- Ladybird Audio Adventures
- By: Ladybird
- Narrated by: Ben Bailey-Smith
- Length: 1 hr and 2 mins
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On this adventure, we're going to travel all around the globe and learn more about the seven natural wonders of the world....
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5 yr old approved!
- By Sarah on 11-18-23
By: Ladybird
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Ladybird Audio Adventures: Rainforests
- By: Ladybird
- Narrated by: Sophie Aldred
- Length: 1 hr and 4 mins
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Join our intrepid adventurers Otto and Cassandra (and Missy, the smartest bird in the universe) as they embark on a brand new Ladybird Audio Adventure....
By: Ladybird
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The Deserts
- Ladybird Audio Adventures
- By: Ladybird
- Narrated by: Ben Bailey-Smith
- Length: 52 mins
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Bring plenty of water because on this adventure, we're going to explore the driest places on Earth, deserts....
By: Ladybird
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Can You Hear the Trees Talking?
- Discovering the Hidden Life of the Forest
- By: Peter Wohlleben
- Narrated by: Blair Stainton
- Length: 3 hrs and 24 mins
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Discover the secret life of trees with this nature and science book for kids: Can You Hear the Trees Talking? shares the mysteries and magic of the forest with young listeners, revealing what trees feel, how they communicate, and the ways trees take care of their families....
By: Peter Wohlleben
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Nature's Best Hope (Young Readers' Edition)
- How You Can Save the World in Your Own Yard
- By: Douglas W. Tallamy, Sarah L. Thomson - adapter
- Narrated by: Adam Barr
- Length: 2 hrs and 47 mins
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This middle grade adaptation of Doug Tallamy's Nature's Best Hope is an essential introduction to conservation, ecology, biodiversity, and the impact of native plants....
By: Douglas W. Tallamy, and others
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Sea Otter Heroes
- The Predators That Saved an Ecosystem
- By: Patricia Newman
- Narrated by: Book Buddy Digital Media
- Length: 1 hr and 3 mins
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In Elkhorn Slough, an inlet on the California coast, seagrass grows healthy and strong in the shallow water. This healthy seagrass baffled marine biologist Brent Hughes. The scientist expected this estuary to be overrun with algae, causing the seagrass to die. Listen to learn more....
By: Patricia Newman
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The Magic and Mystery of Trees
- By: Jen Green
- Narrated by: Rosie Jones
- Length: 1 hr and 1 min
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An extraordinary children's introduction to the world of trees above and below ground....
By: Jen Green
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Go, Go, Green Energy!
- The Magnificent Makers, Book 8
- By: Theanne Griffith
- Narrated by: Imani Parks
- Length: 1 hr and 11 mins
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Pablo, Violet, and their classmate Garry are on a field trip to the Environmental Science Center when they are transported to the Maker Maze! In the maze, they’ll work with wacky scientist Dr. Crisp to complete three challenges all about wind, solar, and tidal energy....
By: Theanne Griffith
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Epic Encounters in the Animal Kingdom (Brave Adventures Vol. 2)
- By: Coyote Peterson
- Narrated by: Sean Kenin
- Length: 4 hrs and 59 mins
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Wildlife expert and YouTube phenomenon, Coyote Peterson, is back with the sequel to the best-selling Brave Adventures: Wild Animals in a Wild World. Once again, Coyote and his crew voyage to new environments and encounter an even more eclectic ensemble of the planets' animals....
By: Coyote Peterson
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Cuentos para niños y niñas que quieren salvar el mundo [Stories for Boys and Girls Who Want to Save the World]
- By: Carola Benedetto, Luciana Ciliento
- Narrated by: Elena Silva, Tamara Norniella, Rodri Martín, and others
- Length: 4 hrs and 29 mins
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Nunca se es demasiado jóven para salvar el mundo. Este es el mensaje que transmiten los 16 cuentos de este libro. 16 vidas extraordinarias de personas que luchan cada día por salvar el medio ambiente. 16 historias para los pequeños heroes que salvarán nuestro planeta....
By: Carola Benedetto, and others
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Plasticus Maritimus
- An Invasive Species
- By: Ana Pêgo, Isabel Minhós Martins, Bernado P. Carvalho - illustrator
- Narrated by: Cassandra Cavalli
- Length: 2 hrs and 8 mins
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When she was young, Ana Pêgo didn’t play in a backyard, but on a beach. She walked along the shore, looked at tide pools, and collected fossils. As she grew older, Pêgo noticed a new species at the seaside: plastic. She decided to collect it, study it, and give it a Latin name....
By: Ana Pêgo, and others
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Honeybee
- The Busy Life of Apis Mellifera
- By: Candace Fleming, Eric Rohmann - illustrator
- Narrated by: Erin Ruth Walker
- Length: 28 mins
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This poetic tribute to the hardworking honeybee describes its life cycle accessibly and beautifully....
By: Candace Fleming, and others
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I Am Jane Goodall
- Ordinary People Change the World Series
- By: Brad Meltzer
- Narrated by: Lauren Baldwin, Various
- Length: 19 mins
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We can all be heroes. That’s the inspiring message of this New York Times best-selling biography series from historian and author Brad Meltzer. Learn all about Jane Goodall, the chimpanzee scientist....
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The story that every child should hear
- By Amazon Customer on 06-16-20
By: Brad Meltzer
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Redwoods
- By: Jason Chin
- Narrated by: Qarie Marshall
- Length: 15 mins
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When a young boy riding the subway finds an abandoned book about redwoods, strange things start to happen. He reads that the trees' ancestors lived during the Jurassic period as dinosaurs appear at his window....
By: Jason Chin
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3,000 Animal Fun Facts for Kids and Their Adults
- Animal Trivia, Book 2
- By: Shmuel Cohen
- Narrated by: Logan Phillipi
- Length: 14 hrs and 40 mins
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Explore the untamed realm of fauna unlike anything you've ever seen with "3,000 Animal Fun Facts for Kids and Their Adults: The Next Volume of Awesome Trivia."
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Very Educational - Superb content!!
- By Loretta on 06-07-24
By: Shmuel Cohen
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Indigenous Ingenuity
- A Celebration of Traditional North American Knowledge
- By: Deidre Havrelock, Edward Kay
- Narrated by: Erin Tripp
- Length: 5 hrs and 13 mins
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This beautifully designed, interactive nonfiction work celebrates North American Indigenous thinkers and inventions—perfect for fans of Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer....
By: Deidre Havrelock, and others
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Orcas Everywhere
- The Mystery and History of Killer Whales (Orca Wild, Book 1)
- By: Mark Leiren-Young
- Narrated by: Mark Leiren-Young
- Length: 2 hrs and 55 mins
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Orcas Everywhere looks at how humans around the world (Indigenous and non-Indigenous alike) related to orcas in the past, how we relate to them now, and what we can do to keep cetacean communities alive and thriving....
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How to Change Everything
- The Young Human's Guide to Protecting the Planet and Each Other
- By: Naomi Klein, Rebecca Stefoff - contributor
- Narrated by: Katie Ryerson
- Length: 6 hrs and 13 mins
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An empowering, engaging guide for young learners to understanding and battling climate change from the expert and best-selling author of This Changes Everything and On Fire, Naomi Klein....
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quite good!
- By Kojo C. on 09-29-21
By: Naomi Klein, and others
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The Botany of Desire Young Readers Edition
- Our Surprising Relationship with Plants
- By: Michael Pollan
- Narrated by: Sean Patrick Hopkins
- Length: 5 hrs and 40 mins
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By the bestselling author of The Omnivore's Dilemma, this is Michael Pollan's ingenious companion book about the surprising and close relationship between people and plants....
By: Michael Pollan
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Nerdy Babies: Rain Forests
- Nerdy Babies
- By: Emmy Kastner
- Narrated by: Isabella Star LaBlanc, Levon Oldfield, Robin Edelson, and others
- Length: 6 mins
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In this simple question-and-answer audio program with immersive sound design, follow our intrepid babies on an adventure into the depths of the rain forest. Take a peek into the dense foliage and uncover the millions of plants and animals that live inside....
By: Emmy Kastner
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Nerdy Babies: Ocean
- By: Emmy Kastner
- Narrated by: Isabella Star LaBlanc, Levon Oldfield, Robin Edelson
- Length: 5 mins
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In Nerdy Babies: Ocean, follow our intrepid infants into the watery depths. Check out animals, plants, and fish that live in the ocean. Plus, learn about the unique ecosystem in this simple text written in question-and-answer format....
By: Emmy Kastner
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Nerdy Babies: Weather
- By: Emmy Kastner
- Narrated by: Isabella Star LaBlanc, Levon Oldfield, Robin Edelson
- Length: 6 mins
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In Nerdy Babies: Weather, follow our intrepid babies into the eye of the storm. Experience sunshine, wind, rain, and other weather patterns. Plus, learn about how we predict the weather in this simple text written in question-and-answer format....
By: Emmy Kastner
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Who Is Jane Goodall?
- Who Was...?
- By: Roberta Edwards
- Narrated by: Cassandra Campbell
- Length: 1 hr and 6 mins
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A life in the wild! Jane Goodall, born in London, England, always loved animals and wanted to study them in their natural habitats. So at age 26, off she went to Africa! Goodall's up-close observations of chimpanzees changed what we know about them....
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It was so good it made me smile
- By Amazon Customer on 11-14-23
By: Roberta Edwards
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The Wild Wild Southwest!
- Junior Explorer Series, Book 3
- By: Jeff Corwin
- Narrated by: Mark Turetsky
- Length: 1 hr and 11 mins
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In this adventure, Lucy, Benjamin, and Gabe go camping in the Gila National Forest in New Mexico—and there they find breathtaking sights....
By: Jeff Corwin
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Our Planet! There's No Place Like Earth
- By: Stacy McAnulty
- Narrated by: Samantha Turret
- Length: 15 mins
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Meet Earth. Planet Awesome! And your awesome home! Actually, Earth is home to all the plants and all the animals in the solar system, including nearly eight billion people. Humans have accidentally moved Earth's climate change into the fast lane....
By: Stacy McAnulty
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Ma planète
- Bloom la radio des enfants
- By: Carole Cheysson
- Narrated by: Pierre Canet
- Length: 25 mins
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Sacha et Romy partent à la rencontre de Pierre Canet, responsable Climat au WWF pour échanger avec lui sur les enjeux climatiques et...
By: Carole Cheysson
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Giving Thanks
- A Native American Good Morning Message
- By: Chief Jake Swamp
- Narrated by: Chief Jake Swamp
- Length: 8 mins
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Known as the Thanksgiving Address, this Native American good morning message is based on the belief that the natural world is a precious and rare gift....
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worth listening to every morning
- By Karen on 06-03-15
By: Chief Jake Swamp
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One Plastic Bag
- Isatou Ceesay and the Recycling Women of the Gambia
- By: Miranda Paul
- Narrated by: Book Buddy Digital Media
- Length: 14 mins
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Plastic bags are cheap and easy to use. But what happens when a bag breaks or is no longer needed? In Njau, Gambia, people simply dropped the bags and went on their way. One plastic bag became two. Then 10. Then a hundred....
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Dangers of plastic
- By BeeBee on 11-09-20
By: Miranda Paul
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Amazingly Amusing A-Z Animal Facts for Kids (and Their Adults!)
- Wildlife Biology with a Humorous Twist!
- By: the Bonkers Biologist
- Narrated by: Hilary Buuck
- Length: 3 hrs and 46 mins
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There are 1.371 million animal species on Earth, each with their own quirky characteristics. Keep listening to learn some bonkers and hysterical facts about a few of them! People won't protect things they don't love. People won't love things they don't know. Here's your kid's chance....
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Very Fun
- By Tom on 05-03-22
New releases
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Animals at Risk, Volume 3
- By: Rachel Grack
- Narrated by: Dana Fleming
- Length: 14 mins
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Many of Earth's animals are in danger of going extinct. But there are things that can be done to help them. In this series, listeners will learn about the threats facing these animals as well as ways that they can be saved. This volume includes Caribou, Giant Anteaters, and Manatees.
By: Rachel Grack
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Save the...Turtles
- Save the...
- By: Sarah L. Thomson, Chelsea Clinton - introduction
- Narrated by: Torian Brackett, Chelsea Clinton
- Length: 58 mins
- Unabridged
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Did you know that a turtle named Jonathan is the oldest living animal on Earth? (He’s almost two hundred!) How about that the largest sea turtles can dive more than three thousand feet below the water’s surface? Or that turtles’ shells have a spine in them, which makes turtles vertebrates—just like humans? Perfect for all animal lovers—and turtle fans in particular—this book is filled with all the facts you need to know to become a turtle expert!
By: Sarah L. Thomson, and others
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Insects
- A Compare and Contrast Book
- By: Aszya Summers
- Narrated by: Tyler Meloy
- Length: 5 mins
- Unabridged
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Did you know that there are more insects than any other group of animals? The diversity of insects is staggering. What do ants have in common with bees? What’s the difference between a butterfly and a moth? How are ladybugs and weevils related? Some insects have a set of wings, some have two, but others might not have any. Some insects have a hard outer shell (exoskeleton). Learn how insects are alike and how they are different in this latest addition to the Compare and Contrast Series.
By: Aszya Summers
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What's Inside?
- Animal Anatomy & Adaptations
- By: Mary Holland
- Narrated by: Tyler Meloy
- Length: 7 mins
- Unabridged
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Have you ever wondered what’s inside that “thing” on the plant? What about what lives in the hole in the tree or what lives inside that “pile of leaves or sticks?” Explore and learn what some of these natural history objects are in this latest book by Nature Photographer and Naturalist Mary Holland.
By: Mary Holland
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Ocean Plastics Problem
- Max Axiom and the Society of Super Scientists
- By: Elizabeth Pagel-Hogan
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 15 mins
- Unabridged
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Plastic is everywhere...even in our oceans! But how did it get there, and why does it matter? Max Axiom and the Society of Super Scientists are on a mission to find out. Using their superpowers and super-smarts, the team will break down this complex environmental issue into an exciting, fact-filled adventure so young listeners can learn about the causes and effects of plastic pollution and discover steps we can all take to clean up Earth's waters.
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Understanding Weather
- Discover Meteorology
- By: Megan Cooley Peterson
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 9 mins
- Unabridged
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Weather includes all the conditions in the air around us. Snow, rain, sleet, and hail are all forms of weather. So is the temperature of the air and the amount of moisture in it. Learn all about weather, including how and why it changes from place to place and time to time.
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Animals at Risk, Volume 3
- By: Rachel Grack
- Narrated by: Dana Fleming
- Length: 14 mins
- Unabridged
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Many of Earth's animals are in danger of going extinct. But there are things that can be done to help them. In this series, listeners will learn about the threats facing these animals as well as ways that they can be saved. This volume includes Caribou, Giant Anteaters, and Manatees.
By: Rachel Grack
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Save the...Turtles
- Save the...
- By: Sarah L. Thomson, Chelsea Clinton - introduction
- Narrated by: Torian Brackett, Chelsea Clinton
- Length: 58 mins
- Unabridged
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Did you know that a turtle named Jonathan is the oldest living animal on Earth? (He’s almost two hundred!) How about that the largest sea turtles can dive more than three thousand feet below the water’s surface? Or that turtles’ shells have a spine in them, which makes turtles vertebrates—just like humans? Perfect for all animal lovers—and turtle fans in particular—this book is filled with all the facts you need to know to become a turtle expert!
By: Sarah L. Thomson, and others
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Insects
- A Compare and Contrast Book
- By: Aszya Summers
- Narrated by: Tyler Meloy
- Length: 5 mins
- Unabridged
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Did you know that there are more insects than any other group of animals? The diversity of insects is staggering. What do ants have in common with bees? What’s the difference between a butterfly and a moth? How are ladybugs and weevils related? Some insects have a set of wings, some have two, but others might not have any. Some insects have a hard outer shell (exoskeleton). Learn how insects are alike and how they are different in this latest addition to the Compare and Contrast Series.
By: Aszya Summers
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What's Inside?
- Animal Anatomy & Adaptations
- By: Mary Holland
- Narrated by: Tyler Meloy
- Length: 7 mins
- Unabridged
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Have you ever wondered what’s inside that “thing” on the plant? What about what lives in the hole in the tree or what lives inside that “pile of leaves or sticks?” Explore and learn what some of these natural history objects are in this latest book by Nature Photographer and Naturalist Mary Holland.
By: Mary Holland
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Ocean Plastics Problem
- Max Axiom and the Society of Super Scientists
- By: Elizabeth Pagel-Hogan
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 15 mins
- Unabridged
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Plastic is everywhere...even in our oceans! But how did it get there, and why does it matter? Max Axiom and the Society of Super Scientists are on a mission to find out. Using their superpowers and super-smarts, the team will break down this complex environmental issue into an exciting, fact-filled adventure so young listeners can learn about the causes and effects of plastic pollution and discover steps we can all take to clean up Earth's waters.
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Understanding Weather
- Discover Meteorology
- By: Megan Cooley Peterson
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 9 mins
- Unabridged
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Weather includes all the conditions in the air around us. Snow, rain, sleet, and hail are all forms of weather. So is the temperature of the air and the amount of moisture in it. Learn all about weather, including how and why it changes from place to place and time to time.
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3,000 Animal Fun Facts for Kids and Their Adults
- Animal Trivia, Book 2
- By: Shmuel Cohen
- Narrated by: Logan Phillipi
- Length: 14 hrs and 40 mins
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Your journey to learning the most astounding and little-known animal world truths begins with this engrossing book. Each chapter is jam-packed with facts that will astound listeners of all ages, from the majestic giants that rule the planet and the seas to the enigmatic nocturnal creatures that prowl the night. Discover the creative ways that animals interact, adapt, and flourish in a variety of environments, where every discovery is an exciting journey.
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Very Educational - Superb content!!
- By Loretta on 06-07-24
By: Shmuel Cohen
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Amazing Animal Trivia for Curious Kids
- By: Foster Brown
- Narrated by: Kyle Nelson
- Length: 2 hrs and 3 mins
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Welcome to the wild and wonderful world of animals! "Amazing Animal Trivia for Curious Kids" is a fruitful and engaging trivia book designed especially for curious kids who love learning about the fascinating creatures that inhabit our planet. From the towering giants of the savanna to the tiniest insects in our gardens, this book is packed with fun facts, and exciting quizzes that will spark your child's imagination and deepen their appreciation for the animal kingdom.
By: Foster Brown
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Silent but Deadly Plants
- Killer Nature
- By: Charles C. Hofer
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 16 mins
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Go for a hike in the woods and you’re sure to see a wide range of plants. Many colorful flowers and fruits seem perfectly harmless. But don’t be fooled by these beautiful plants. Some plants eat bugs, and some are poisonous, deadly enough to sicken or even kill a person!
By: Charles C. Hofer
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What Do Animals Need to Survive?
- Science Inquiry
- By: Lisa M. Bolt Simons
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 7 mins
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Animals are living things. They need certain things to grow and live. What are they? Let’s investigate what animals need to survive!
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Polar Bear vs. Orca
- Predator vs. Predator
- By: Lisa M. Bolt Simons
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 15 mins
- Unabridged
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The icy cold Arctic is home to both the powerful polar bear and intelligent orca, two mighty predators. But which animal is the fiercest of the ecosystem? Does the polar bear’s patience in stalking its prey and strength in attack put it on top? Or does the orca’s ability to work in a pod give it the edge?
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Cuddly but Deadly Animals
- Killer Nature
- By: Charles C. Hofer
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 17 mins
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The world is full of furry, cuddly-looking animals. They often seem harmless at first glance. But don’t try to snuggle with these fuzzy creatures. Many of them can be very dangerous. Some have razor-sharp claws and teeth. Others are incredibly strong. Still others are poisonous or carry deadly diseases. Prepare to meet some of the world’s cuddliest killers.
By: Charles C. Hofer
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How Are Plants Pollinated?
- Science Inquiry
- By: Emily Raij
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 7 mins
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Plants make pollen so more plants can grow. The pollen needs to get from plant to plant. How does this happen? Let’s investigate pollination!
By: Emily Raij
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Is It Living or Nonliving?
- Science Inquiry
- By: Lisa M. Bolt Simons
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 7 mins
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Animals are living things. Rocks are nonliving. Why? Let’s investigate the differences between living and nonliving things!
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Global Water Crisis: A Max Axiom Super Scientist Adventure
- Max Axiom and the Society of Super Scientists
- By: Myra Faye Turner
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 18 mins
- Unabridged
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More than 70 percent of Earth is covered in water. Yet only about 3 percent of it is freshwater that people can use. Every year, parts of the world suffer through severe droughts, and millions of people don’t have easy access to clean drinking water. Why is there a shortage of clean and healthy water? Max Axion and the Society of Super Scientists travel around the world to learn the reasons behind the global water crisis. Young listeners can tag along to discover what causes water scarcity and find out ways they can help preserve this precious resource.
By: Myra Faye Turner
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Adorable but Deadly Creatures
- Killer Nature
- By: Charles C. Hofer
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 17 mins
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With big eyes and ears and colorful bodies, a lot of creatures in nature look very cute. But don’t be fooled by their adorable appearance. When provoked, these animals can easily injure or kill a person. Their defense mechanisms like poison and sharp teeth and claws can turn them from darling to deadly. Get ready to discover some of the world’s cutest killers.
By: Charles C. Hofer
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Lion vs. Hyena
- Predator vs. Predator
- By: Lisa M. Bolt Simons
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 14 mins
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The massive grassy African savanna is filled with the hunting activity of predators and their prey. The stamina of the hyena allows the animal to hunt its prey until it is too tired to fight. The lion’s strength makes its attacks swift and severe. But which animal is the fiercest of the ecosystem? Compare and contrast each animal’s features and skills before you declare the winning predator.
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Wolf vs. Golden Eagle
- Predator vs. Predator
- By: Lisa M. Bolt Simons
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 16 mins
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The mountain habitat provides shelter and water for cunning predators, and the wolf and the golden eagle thrive there. The wolf can travel 50 miles a day to find prey. The striking force of a golden eagle’s talons can be compared to that of a bullet. But which animal is the fiercest of the ecosystem? Compare and contrast each animal’s features and skills before you declare the winning predator.