Paulsen, Gary
Summary: "The Newbery Honor-winning author of Hatchet and Dogsong shares surprising true stories about his relationship with animals, highlighting their compassion, intellect, intuition, and sense of adventure. Gary Paulsen is an adventurer who competed in two Iditarods, survived the Minnesota wilderness, and climbed the Bighorns. None of this would have been possible without his truest companion: his...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers 2015
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1 available in JT Fiction, Call number: JT Fiction Paulsen 2015Spicer Rice, Eleanor
Summary: "Butt-sniffing dogs. Terrified tarantulas. Canaries with invisible force fields? Yep--it turns out our pets experience the world in totally different ways than we do. Unlock some of your nonhuman family members' wildest behaviors in this hilarious (and sometimes shiver-worthy) illustrated guide to their secret lives, complete with exciting interviews with the scientists who research them. From...
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Publisher / Publication Date: MIT Kids Press, an imprint of Candlewick Press 2024
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 636.0887 SPIYolen, Jane
Summary: "An unlikely--and entirely unforgettable--tale of a most unusual friendship between Flora, an elephant calf stolen from her African home, and David, the circus impresario and magician, who adopts, trains, and ultimately liberates her in a tale freely inspired by actual events"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Chronicle Books 2022
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Summary: Describes the bond that developed between an RAF technician and a fiercely loyal purebred pointer named Judy, a pair who met in an internment camp during World War II where they became a symbol of hope to the other prisoners.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Little, Brown and Company 2018
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Summary: Offers forty-one true stories about animals who have rescued people, prevented disasters, and served humans throughout history.
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Publisher / Publication Date: MoonDance 2017
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 590.9 MOBAubineau, François
Summary: "Both the perspective of the wolf and the shepherd are seen in this flippable picture book."--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Orca Book Publishers 2020
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE AUBDonohue, Moira Rose.
Summary: Read about these amazing animal heroes, stories that will inspire pet owners, farm hands, anyone who has an infinity for animals and their unique behaviors.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Recorded Books 2017
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Summary: Presents three true stories about caring humans who saved a blind tiger, an albino bat, and a trio of down-on-their-luck monkeys.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Recorded Books 2016
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Summary: Presents information about dogs, describing their physical characteristics, behavior, and relationships with humans, with advice on care, training, and dog ownership.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Pajama Press 2020
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Summary: Dogs are working with humans to find new ways to solve environmental problems and conserve wildlife, just a few of which are sniffing out invasive species and poisons, as well as identifying wildlife traffickers.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Orca Book Publishers 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 636.7 GROJohnson, Robin (Robin R.)
Summary: "What makes an animal famous? Some do important jobs that help humans, and some have super skills or do entertaining tricks. Some become celebrities on the Internet just for being cute-or grumpy! This book offers examples of animals who have accomplished amazing feats, made predictions, and won hearts worldwide"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Crabtree Publishing Company 2020
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: J591.02 JOHAguilar, Sofia
Summary: "Taking readers all around the world, this exciting book introduces 25 brave, compassionate scientists, veterinarians, activists and others who fight for animal rights and conservation, and includes activities curated by conservationist Bindi Irwin"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Rebel Girls 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 920 AGUTomsic, Kim
Summary: "Lawrence Anthony and Françoise Malby love animals-so when they hear that a herd of wild African elephants needs a new home, they welcome the herd to their wildlife sanctuary-Thula Thula-with open arms. What follows in this beautifully illustrated true story is an extraordinary cross-species friendship that will move readers and warm the hearts of animal lovers at every age"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Chronicle Books 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE TOMBradshaw, John
Summary: "Uncovering the secret lives of pets, Dr. John Bradshaw invites young readers to learn more about their feline friends. Told from the point of view of a cat named Libby, this lively, illustrated book allows kids to follow her for a day and learn more about cats, their likes, dislikes, and everything in between, growing children into the best pet owners they can be"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Penguin Workshop 2023
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1 available in New Youth Materials, Call number: J 636.8 BRAHutto, Joe
Summary: Recounts the author's efforts to raise sixteen wild turkey chicks in their natural environment while teaching them to forage and survive.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Henry Holt and Company 2017
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 598.6 HUTKathrens, Ginger
Summary: The book begins with the author and filmmaker witnessing the birth of a helpless white colt, that will soon capture her heart and imagination. Each subsequent chapter documents Cloud's interaction with his mare Raven, his brother Diamond, and other colts in the wild as well as his adventures encountering dangerous predators, older stallions, and human trappers. The author follows Cloud over the...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Fox Chapel Publishers International Ltd. 2017
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 636.1 KATBennett, Artie
Summary: "Zippy Chippy is descended from the leading legends of horse racing. He is destined for greatness and glory. But . . . when the starting bell rings, it's anybody's guess what Zippy will do. Will Zippy go for a gentle trot around the track or stop and smell the roses? Or, perhaps, never even leave the starting gate?! What's an owner to do? Try and try again! After all, he believes in Zippy- and,...
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Publisher / Publication Date: NorthSouth 2020
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 798.4 BENEszterhas, Suzi
Summary: "Suzi Eszterhas knew that she wanted to be a wildlife photographer from the time she was a small child. She got her first camera when she was six and proceeded to take pictures of her cats in her backyard, pretending that they were lions on the savanna or tigers in the jungle. In this book, Suzi will talk about her dream, and about how it isn't like what she thought it would be when she was a...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Owlkids Books 2020
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 921 ESZMontalván, Luis Carlos
Summary: Follows service dog Tuesday as he travels with former Captain Luis Carlos Montalván on a train, boat, bus, horse, and pedicab to get to a special event.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Post Hill Press 2016