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Books by Jim Arnosky | Wonderlit

Books by Jim Arnosky

36 books · Ages 1–12

Known for the All About Animals and Mouse series, Jim Arnosky writes picture books and middle grade for ages 1–12, alongside 22 standalone books, exploring themes of animals, curiosity & wonder, nature & outdoors.

Series

All About Alligators

All About Sharks

All About Turtles

All About Animals

7 books · Ages 4–10

Mouse Numbers

Mouse Colors

Mouse Shapes

Mouse

4 books · Ages 1–6

Crinkleroot's Nature Almanac

Crinkleroot's Guide to Giving Back to Nature

2 books · Ages 4–10

Wild Ponies

1 book · Ages 3–7

Standalone Books

Cover of Deer at the Brook

Deer at the Brook

Sunlight sparkles on the water as a mother deer and two fawns visit a quiet brook where fish leap and nature thrives.

Cover of Long Spikes

Follow the grueling journey of an orphaned yearling as he survives the wild to become a powerful buck and challenge the

Cover of Every Autumn Comes the Bear

Every Autumn Comes the Bear

A wild bear wanders behind the farm each year, following his quiet autumn routines before settling into a hilltop den fo

Cover of Otters under Water

Otters under Water

Dip below the surface of a quiet pond to watch two young otter pups frolic, play, and hunt for food in their watery home

Cover of Armadillo's Orange

Armadillo's Orange

A wandering armadillo loses his favorite landmark and must learn to observe the sights and smells of the forest to find

Cover of Beachcombing: Exploring the Seashore

Beachcombing: Exploring the Seashore

Hidden treasures like shark teeth, coconuts, and intricate shells are waiting to be found in this beautifully illustrate

Cover of Grandfather Buffalo

Grandfather Buffalo

For children marveling at the strength of their grandparents or the quiet dignity of getting older. A soothing look at h

Cover of Gobble It Up!

Rhyming verses invite you to sing along and imagine life as a hungry shark, panda, or crocodile searching for a favorite

Cover of I'm a Turkey!

Life in a large flock is a constant game of hide-and-seek as one watchful turkey stays alert for any hungry creatures ne

Cover of Crocodile Safari

Crocodile Safari

Journey deep into the Florida Everglades on a real-life expedition to track the elusive American crocodile, a creature u

Cover of Babies in the Bayou

Babies in the Bayou

For the curious child who loves exploring the natural world, this soothing story highlights the protective bond between

Cover of Under the Wild Western Sky

Under the Wild Western Sky

Bison, rattlesnakes, and prairie dogs roam through these vivid acrylic paintings and sketches of the diverse habitats fo

Cover of Following the Coast

Following the Coast

Detailed artwork captures the wild beauty of the Atlantic shoreline, from the smallest beach flowers to the many creatur

Cover of Raccoon on His Own

Raccoon on His Own

A baby raccoon finds himself on a sudden adventure when he climbs into a boat that drifts away into the heart of the wil

Cover of Thunder Birds: Nature's Flying Predators

Thunder Birds: Nature's Flying Predators

Massive birds of prey leap off the page through life-sized acrylic paintings and giant fold-out spreads that show exactl

Cover of Turtle in the Sea

Turtle in the Sea

A mother sea turtle braves the dangerous waves and shifting tides of the ocean to ensure her survival in this vivid look

Cover of Little Lions

Two baby mountain lions spend a sunny spring afternoon pouncing and playing on a rocky ledge while their mother keeps a

Cover of Watching Water Birds

Watching Water Birds

Watercolor and pencil sketches bring the habitats and daily habits of ducks, herons, and gulls into beautiful focus.

Cover of Raccoons and Ripe Corn

Raccoons and Ripe Corn

Watch as a family of hungry raccoons creeps into a cornfield for a midnight feast in this beautifully illustrated look a

Cover of At This Very Moment

At This Very Moment

While you eat breakfast or play in the yard, mountain sheep are trekking and puffins are diving in the secret, simultane

Cover of Coyote Raid in Cactus Canyon

Coyote Raid in Cactus Canyon

Four rowdy coyotes stir up trouble for the residents of a desert canyon until a sudden encounter with a rattlesnake chan

Cover of Watching Desert Wildlife

Watching Desert Wildlife

Vibrant watercolors bring the American Southwest to life as you learn how to quietly observe the animals that call the d

By Age Range

Deer at the Brook

Every Autumn Comes the Bear

Mouse Numbers

Deer at the Brook

All About Alligators

Every Autumn Comes the Bear

Long Spikes

All About Alligators

All About Rattlesnakes

Long Spikes

Following the Coast

Common Themes

Animals Curiosity & Wonder Nature & Outdoors Science & Nature Ocean & Marine Life Joy & Gratitude Birds Survival & Wilderness

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