Animal Stories – Children’s Books & Illustrations

God's Little Oceanographer (Big Adventures for Growing Minds)

Tina Cho

Ride the waves before diving into the depths of sea to uncover the wonders of the ocean—and God’s deep love for you and me!From the ocean's surface, all the way to its deepest depths, this immersive picture book will teach little sea lovers new words, facts, and concepts, while also encouraging them to see God's creativity, playfulness, power, and love in every splash and every wave.Written by an elementary school teacher, each page includes fact-filled sidebars plus an accompanying Bible verse, making God's Little Oceanographer the perfect faith friendly science adventure for kids interested in marine life and activities. The masterfully layered and rich illustrations include sharks, do...

Mr. Prickles: A Quill-Fated Love Story

Kara LaReau

Mr. Prickles was not a particularly friendly fellow. He was tough to get close to . . . because he was a porcupine.
"You're not cute like us," said Raccoon.
"Or cuddly like us," said Chipmunk.
"Or playful like us," said Skunk.
"I am," said Mr. Prickles. "On the inside."
Poor Mr. Prickles was very lonely-until the day he met Miss Pointypants. Could she be the perfect prickly companion for moonlit strolls and midnight feasts? Was love in the air for even the sharpest of sorts?

Grumpy Monkey Play All Day

Suzanne Lang

The New York Times bestselling Grumpy Monkey series returns with another delightful picture book featuring a stubborn Jim Panzee who only wants to play all day and ignore everything else. Children and parents alike will relate to this silly book about procrastination.One fine morning, Jim Panzee wakes up and decides that all he's going to do is play all day. Whether it's tidying his branch, finding bananas for lunch, or even taking a bathroom break, Jim wiggles out of it. For him nothing is more important than having fun. Like so many kids, Jim is great at avoiding his responsibilities.Instead, Jim Panzee spends time swinging with the monkeys, singing with the birds, and rolling around with ...

Little Imagineer: Into the Animal Kingdom - A Creativity-Sparking Book of Wild Tales for Young Minds

Mindnastic

🚀 Unleash Your Child’s Imagination with Little Imagineer: Into the Animal Kingdom!What if a squirrel swapped homes with a bear, a tiny lizard grew dinosaur-sized, or a gorilla showed up for show-and-tell?This enchanting children’s picture book is packed with 18 whimsical animal adventures that spark curiosity, creativity, and joyful storytelling for kids ages 4–8.Inside you’ll find:18 Stand-Alone Animal Tales — Perfect for bedtime, story time, classrooms, or rainy-day fun.A “Main Question” in Every Story — An open-ended question at the heart of each tale, inviting children to imagine, invent, and create their own unique endings."More to Imagine" Prompts — Follow-up quest...

Where's Lola?: A Puppy's Wild Day that Ended OK! (Lola the Puppy Book 2)

P.A. Pierucci

Lola the Pup is back—and she’s at it again!In this sweet and spirited sequel to Lola: Superhero Puppy, the red-and-white cavalier with floppy ears and a nose for adventure finds herself in a brand-new escapade. When her family goes on vacation, Lola stays with her lively cousins, who shower her with treats, cuddles, and playtime galore. But curiosity gets the best of her when she spots an open gate and a tempting trail. One sniff leads to another, and soon Lola is off on a wild wander through fields, forests, and a few unexpected surprises. As her cousins search far and wide, Lola discovers that even the boldest pups can feel a little lost without their pack.Told in playful rhyme and ful...

I Love You, Little One

Emily Hartmann

Do you want to share the joy of Christmas with your little one with a charming baby book? Then you’ll love I Love, Little One!This delightful baby book is the ideal gift for any occasion, whether it’s Christmas, a baby shower, birthday, or just because. This children’s animal book is full of festive illustrations and rhyming words that will make you and your child laugh. It’s a wonderful way to express your love with your baby or toddler through different Christmas scenes and activities.This children’s picture book features different animals and their cozy ways of saying “I love you” in every situation. Each page has a rhyming verse that celebrates the spirit of Christmas and t...

I Love You, My Little Cub: Bedtime Book For Toddlers and Preschoolers

Emily Hartmann

Do you want to cuddle with your little one and show them how much you care?Then you’ll like I Love You, Little Cub! This adorable baby book is the ideal gift for any occasion, whether it’s a baby shower, a birthday, a holiday, or just because. This children’s animal book is full of cute illustrations and soothing words that will make you and your child cozy.It’s a lovely way to share your affection with your baby or toddler through different animals and their ways of snuggling up. This children’s picture book features different animals and their cozy ways of cuddling with their little ones, from bears and bunnies, to penguins and pandas, and more. Each page has a gentle verse that ...

I Love You More Than Anything: Children's Book About Emotions and Feelings, Toddlers, Preschool Kids

Emily Hartmann

Do you want to show your little one how much you love them with a cute baby book?This adorable baby book is the perfect gift for any occasion, whether it’s a baby shower, a birthday, a holiday, or just because. This children’s animal book is full of colorful illustrations and rhyming words that will make you and your child smile. It’s a wonderful way to share your love with your baby or toddler through different moods and emotions.This children’s picture book features different animals and their loving ways of saying “I love you” in every situation, from happy to sad, from angry to proud, and more. Each page has a rhyming verse that celebrates the bond between parent and child, a...

Drowsy Animals: Bedtime Stories for Kids, Nursery Rhymes

Emily Hartmann

Struggling to get your little one to settle down at bedtime? Drowsy Animals is here to help!When kids are full of energy at the end of the day, bedtime can be a challenge. Drowsy Animals takes your child on a calming journey with sleepy animals getting ready for bed, making it the perfect way to help them relax and drift off to sleep.This book:Features beautiful illustrations and a soothing, rhyming storyHelps children unwind by following along as animals prepare for bedEncourages imagination and calm, with gentle animal bedtime routinesPerfect for toddlers and preschoolers, ages 1-3 and 3-5, with simple, relaxing languageIncludes a fun activity to keep kids engaged after the story“This bo...

Mama Loves You: Children's Book About Emotions and Feelings, Toddlers, Preschool Kids (I Love You)

Emily Hartmann

Do you want to show your little one how much you love them with a beautiful baby book? Then you’ll love Kindness is for everyone! This heartwarming baby book is the perfect gift for any occasion, whether it’s a baby shower, a birthday, a holiday, or just because.This children’s book is full of colorful illustrations and simple words that will make you and your child happy. It’s a wonderful way to teach your baby or toddler about kindness and how it connects us all. This children’s picture book features different people and animals and how they show kindness to each other, from warm hugs and thank yous, to sharing toys and helping out, and more.Each page has a short sentence that ex...

The Little Blue Monster: Children's Book About Friendship, Emotions and Feelings, Kids Ages 3 5

Emily Hartmann

Why is making friends so hard for monsters?The Little Blue Monster has no friends. He wants to share his hobbies and joys with someone who understands him. If he sees other monsters having fun, he feels lonely and sad.This sweet and charming story helps kids discover that friendship is worth the effort.*It is OK to feel lonely when you have no friends*Learn how to be kind and friendly to others*Helping your child develop social skills and empathy*Making friends and keeping them*Friendship can also be a lot of fun***** This book is adorable for preschoolers! Really heartwarming! - Cindy***** My 3yr old daughter loves this book. It teaches a lesson on how to make friends. - Stephanie***** Simp...

Mother's Love: Children's Book About Emotions and Feelings, Animals, Kids Ages 1 to 5 (I Love You 9)

Emily Hartmann

Are you looking for a baby book for baby shower gift that will show your little one how much you love them? Then you’ll like Mother’s Love!This is a bedtime book for toddlers 1-3 that is full of colorful illustrations and sweet words. It’s a wonderful way to share your love with your baby or toddler through different seasons and times of the day. This is also a children’s animal book that features different flowers and their loving ways of saying “I love you” in every situation, from morning to night, from spring to winter, and more.Each page has a lovely verse that celebrates the bond between mother and child, and ends with a cozy message. It’s a delightful book for babies, to...

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God's Little Oceanographer (Big Adventures for Growing Minds)

Mr. Prickles: A Quill-Fated Love Story

Grumpy Monkey Play All Day

Little Imagineer: Into the Animal Kingdom - A Creativity-Sparking Book of Wild Tales for Young Minds

Where's Lola?: A Puppy's Wild Day that Ended OK! (Lola the Puppy Book 2)

I Love You, Little One

I Love You, My Little Cub: Bedtime Book For Toddlers and Preschoolers

I Love You More Than Anything: Children's Book About Emotions and Feelings, Toddlers, Preschool Kids

Drowsy Animals: Bedtime Stories for Kids, Nursery Rhymes

Mama Loves You: Children's Book About Emotions and Feelings, Toddlers, Preschool Kids (I Love You)

The Little Blue Monster: Children's Book About Friendship, Emotions and Feelings, Kids Ages 3 5

Mother's Love: Children's Book About Emotions and Feelings, Animals, Kids Ages 1 to 5 (I Love You 9)