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Nature & Outdoors Books for Ages 8–11 – Wonderlit | Wonderlit

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Nature & Outdoors Books for Ages 8–11

Nature at chapter book age means ecology, conservation, field guides, and fiction set in the wild. These 13,361 books connect children to the natural world with both wonder and knowledge.

13,361 books

Cover of Fire in the Forest!

Fire in the Forest!

Samantha Brooke

For the curious child who wonders how nature recovers after a storm or fire. Explore the surprising ways forest fires he

Cover of Apples

Gail Gibbons Informational Books

From the first seeds brought to America to the many varieties we eat today, learn how apples grow and why they became su

Cover of This Big Sky

Lyrical verses capture the sweeping landscapes, unique wildlife, and desert beauty of the American Southwest.

Cover of Everyday Wildflowers

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Everyday Wildflowers

Gertrude E. Allen

Violets, water lilies, and Queen Anne’s lace hide in plain sight; learn how to identify these and other beautiful flower

Ages 6–9

Cover of River

Judith Heide Gilliland

The mighty Amazon River comes to life through a look at its lush rain forests and the diverse creatures that call its wa

Cover of Desert Secrets: A Child's Exploration of the Dunes

Desert Secrets: A Child's Exploration of the Dunes

For the child whose curiosity is sparked by the vast wonders of the natural world and the hidden life found in unexpecte

Cover of Let's Rock!

Science Adventures with Rudie the Origami Dinosaur #4

For the curious explorer who is always filling their pockets with pebbles. This guide transforms a walk in the backyard

Cover of Spring Song

Houghton Mifflin Pre-K Big Book Theme #9

HOUGHTON MIFFLIN

For children excited by seasonal changes, this gentle chapter book captures the fresh joy and simple beauty of spring's

Cover of Turkey Hunt Tradition

Wilderness Ridge #1

Turkey Hunt Tradition

For the child eager to join grown-up traditions and learn the responsibilities of being out in nature with family.

Cover of Seeds of Change

Seeds of Change

For the child learning how small acts of kindness and care can grow into a better world. This lyrical story uses gardeni

Cover of Nilo and the Tortoise

Nilo and the Tortoise

A day alone on a Galapagos island becomes a vivid encounter with giant tortoises, sea lions, and rare birds through the

Cover of The Top of the World: Climbing Mount Everest

The Top of the World: Climbing Mount Everest

Learn about the specialized oxygen gear, survival techniques, and treacherous terrain required to reach the highest poin

Cover of Spring Is Like the Morning

Spring Is Like the Morning

For the child who notices the first green shoots or the melting snow, this lyrical guide explains how nature awakens aft

Cover of Love, the Earth

Love, the Earth

Frances Stickley

For the child marveling at the great outdoors, this poetic love letter from the Earth fosters a deep connection to natur

Cover of Frog Hunt

A summer morning walk turns into a quiet adventure as children spot muskrats, minnows, and fish while searching for a fr

Cover of Heaven Folk

Waldemar Bonsels

For the inquisitive child seeking to understand the mysteries of the outdoors, this lyrical fable explores how every cre

Cover of Crocs

Sharks Incorporated #2

Randy Wayne White

For the adventurous child who wants to protect the planet and loves a high-stakes mystery in the wild.

Cover of Jungle Adventures

Jungle Adventures

Researchers trek into Cambodia's mountain forests to live in remote camps while tracking rare animals and visiting wildl

Cover of Joy Takes Root

Gwendolyn Wallace

For the child who needs to slow down and breathe. This gentle story introduces mindfulness and the healing power of natu

Cover of Flower Fairies of the Winter

Flower Fairies #4

Flower Fairies of the Winter

Cicely Mary Barker

For the child who loves exploring the garden in winter. This classic collection uses whimsical verse and botanical art t

Cover of Be a Tree!

Maria Gianferrari

For the child who thrives in nature, this poetic guide helps them see how their own body and community mirror the resili

Cover of Your Sustainable World

Your Sustainable World

For the curious child who wants to protect our planet. This guide offers practical, everyday ways to live an eco-friendl

Cover of Sing a Song of Seasons

Sing a Song of Seasons

Wake up to a new nature poem for every single day of the year. This collection captures the changing seasons through the

Cover of The Story Goes On

The Story Goes On

For the child marveling at a garden or questioning how things grow, this lyrical book of verse explores the beautiful, n

Nature & Outdoors for Other Ages

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