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Books by Lisa J. Amstutz | Wonderlit

Books by Lisa J. Amstutz

29 books · Ages 4–11

Known for the Animal Adaptations and Safety First series, Lisa J. Amstutz writes picture books and middle grade for ages 4–11, alongside 4 standalone books, exploring themes of curiosity & wonder, nature & outdoors, pride & accomplishment.

Series

Polar Animal Adaptations

Animal Adaptations

1 book · Ages 6–9

Bike Safety: A Crash Course

1 book · Ages 4–8

Indoor Gardening

Snap Books: Gardening Guides

1 book · Ages 7–10

Kings of the Deserts

Animal Dynasties

1 book · Ages 5–8

A Day in the Life: A 4D Book (Set of 4)

A Day in the Life of a Chameleon

A Day in the Life: A 4D Book

2 books · Ages 5–10

Machines on the Farm

1 book · Ages 4–7

Animals on the Farm

Animals on the Farm

1 book · Ages 4–7

Using Hand Lenses and Microscopes

1 book · Ages 5–8

Islands

Caves

Hills

Earth's Landforms

3 books · Ages 4–8

Our Park

Our Neighborhood

1 book · Ages 4–7

Our Farmers' Market

1 book · Ages 4–7

Our School

1 book · Ages 4–7

Fast Facts about Bees

Fast Facts about Insects

1 book · Ages 4–11

Is It Smooth Or Rough?

Comparing Opposites

1 book · Ages 4–7

Fast Facts About Cockroaches

Fast Facts About Insects

1 book · Ages 5–8

Is It Shiny or Dull?

Comparing Properties

1 book · Ages 4–7

Is It Stiff or Bendable?

Materials and Their Properties

1 book · Ages 4–7

The Gearhead's Guide to Stock Cars

Choppers

The Gearhead's Guide

2 books · Ages 7–11

Supercross Bumps and Jumps

Supermoto: All-Around Skill and Speed

Xtreme Sports Skills

2 books · Ages 6–9

Trapdoor Spiders

1 book · Ages 5–8

Standalone Books

Cover of Kings of the Jungles

Kings of the Jungles

Lisa J. Amstutz

For the child who loves to debate which animal would win in a fight, this book dives into the world of big cats to find

Cover of Rulers and Tape Measures

Rulers and Tape Measures

Lisa J. Amstutz

For the curious child who wants to know exactly how big things are: this clear guide introduces the tools needed to meas

Cover of Cicadas

Lisa J. Amstutz

For children curious about the loud buzzing in the trees each summer, this accessible guide explores the mysterious unde

Cover of Plants Fight Back: Discover the Clever Adaptations Plants Use to Survive

Plants Fight Back: Discover the Clever Adaptations Plants Use to Survive

Lisa J. Amstutz

From chemical defenses to physical armor, plants use surprising and clever tactics to ward off predators and stay alive

By Age Range

Polar Animal Adaptations

Bike Safety: A Crash Course

Indoor Gardening

Polar Animal Adaptations

Bike Safety: A Crash Course

Indoor Gardening

Common Themes

Curiosity & Wonder Nature & Outdoors Pride & Accomplishment Science Experiments Science & Nature Bugs & Insects Animals Vehicles & Machines

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Go Paddleboarding!

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Go Paddleboarding!

Green Promises: Girls Who Loved the Earth

Jeannine Atkins

Green Promises: Girls Who Loved the Earth

Can't Scare Me!

Can't Scare Me!

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Joseph E. Wallace