Saving Animals

In these true tales of wildlife survival, listeners discover how some of America's most beautiful and fascinating animals came face-to-face with the threat of extinction. Yet through the heroic efforts of people who stepped in, these endangered animals not only came back from the brink, but also began to thrive once again.

In these true tales of wildlife survival, listeners discover how some of America's most beautiful and fascinating animals came face-to-face with the threat of extinction. Yet through the heroic efforts of people who stepped in, these endangered animals not only came back from the brink, but also began to thrive once again. This volume includes Saving the Silvertip and Struggle for Survival.

In these true tales of wildlife survival, listeners discover how some of America's most beautiful and fascinating animals came face-to-face with the threat of extinction. Yet through the heroic efforts of people who stepped in, these endangered animals not only came back from the brink, but also began to thrive once again.

In 2020, COVID-19, the Australia bushfires, and other global threats served as vivid reminders that human and nonhuman fates are increasingly linked. Human use of nonhuman animals contributes to pandemics, climate change, and other global threats which, in turn, contribute to biodiversity loss, ecosystem collapse, and nonhuman suffering.

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Introduces early listeners to environmentalist concepts including deforestation, animals and their habitats, and conservation, and what they can do to help the environment. Features real-life examples of kids who have made a difference.

What happens when a young elephant steps on a buried land mine? What happens when a sea turtle’s flipper is injured by a predator? Thanks to recent advances in technology, we have new ways to design and build prosthetic body parts that can help these animals thrive. Discover the stories of how veterinarians, doctors, and even students from around the world used 3D printing and other techniques to build bionic body parts for these amazing animals.

When Mom brings home a new houseguest from the exotic animal hospital, it sparks a great idea. Naomi decides to form a snake rescue club with her best friend, Emma, and her brother, Nolan. But tensions arise with her next-door neighbor, Taylor, who hates snakes.

Taylor discovers a limping cat under her porch and names her Shadow. Taylor knows that Shadow needs some special care so she and her mother take Shadow to the vet. Shadow is getting better, but where is her home?

World-renowned conservationist Bindi Irwin has a message for animal-loving kids: You can help protect the planet and all who call it home! Featuring animal fun facts. Calling all Wildlife Warriors! Step inside the Australia Zoo and see what nature has to offer. There are lemurs and rhinos...

Erin Wrenn and her friend David are in big trouble because they refuse to go on a field trip to the Glitter Tent Circus. They wrote a report on the sad lives of circus animals, and discovered that the Glitter Tent Circus is one of the worst animal abusers of all. Mrs. Dawson is determined to give her students the happy circus experience she remembers from her childhood; she won't let Erin and David share their report or pass around a petition asking for a different field trip.

Louie doesn't have the best luck when it comes to nurturing small animals - not even lightning bugs, worms or goldfish. So when his father brings home a sickly newborn little donkey, he's determined to save him. Taking care of him helps Louie feel closer to his brother Gus, who has just left home. Everyone worries that Winslow won't survive, especially Louie's quirky new friend, Nora. But as his bond with Winslow grows, surprising events prove that this fragile donkey - and Louie - are stronger than anyone could have imagined.

Morgan learns to care for a baby beaver that is washed into her backyard by floodwaters.

Jocker and Bivy are ordinary cardinals, hoping to learn how to fly. They love playing in the nest with their parents. But when the siblings learn that their home is in danger from an army of ants, they must take action. Finally, with the help of new friends they meet along the way, Jocker and Bivy embark on a quest: Saving Upworld!

In Saving Shiloh, Phyllis Reynolds Naylor brings to a conclusion the trilogy begun with the Newbery Medal winner Shiloh and its sequel, Shiloh Season. Judd Travers is physically on the mend from the truck accident that nearly took his life in Shiloh Season. But is he healing inside too? Can...

Join the adventure of a brave and clever parrot who loves his home—the beautiful, vibrant forest. When danger comes to the forest, the wise parrot knows it’s up to him to protect the animals and trees he cares about. With a heart full of courage and a mind full of clever ideas, he teaches everyone that even the smallest voice can make a big difference.

Golden lion tamarins are found only in Brazilian forests. These small, remarkable monkeys once had plenty of space to roam and claim family territories. But years of deforestation caused their numbers to shrink. They were in serious danger of becoming extinct. To help, scientists studied the animals in zoo settings. But they faced several mysteries. Why weren't golden lion tamarins reproducing in zoos? If scientists reintroduced zoo-raised tamarins to the wild, would those monkeys survive?