Books, Art and Activities

From the brilliant blue of an Indigo Bunting to the scarlet red of a Summer Tanager, coloring your own field guide is the most enjoyable way to lea...

The Legend of the Petoskey Stone focuses on the naming of this unique fossil, found only on the shores of Lake Michigan. From the ancient, warm sea...

Whether on a walk in a city park, local nature preserve, or national wilderness area, the wonders and healing power of nature are accessible to all...

As development and habitat destruction accelerate, there are increasing pressures on wildlife populations. In Bringing Nature Home, Douglas W. Tall...

Many gardeners today want a home landscape that nourishes and fosters wildlife, but they also want beauty, a space for the kids to play, privacy, a...

Take this 22 oz. bottle on your next big exploration. Small enough to fit in a child’s hand, yet big enough to last for the hike. Bottles are BPA f...

Gather the children. Cuddle into a warm sleeping bag. It’s time to fall asleep. This gentle, calming story celebrates the wonders of the great outd...

Explore the night sky with Ranger Land! This colorfully illustrated story features galaxies, constellations, planets and other space objects. Writ...

The Perfect Birding CompanionEnjoy a variety of options for recording your favorite moments: Note which birds you see, and when and where yo...

Gardening with native plants is perhaps the fastest-growing sector in the gardening world. More and more gardeners are discovering the pleasure and...

First published by Cecil Frances Alexander in 1948, this favorite hymn has become a mainstay of churches and Sunday school classes everywhere. Arti...

 Creatures that can turn from a caterpillar into a butterfly or a moth fascinate everyone. But there are many other interesting things to observe i...

Their beauty strikes us. Their mystique enchants us. Wolves, coyotes, and foxes are beloved, appreciated, and misunderstood. A sighting in nature i...

Put nature in the hands of children! Critters of Michigan is your wildlife pocket guide that’s informative, concise, and easy to use. Written by wi...

In this beautiful biography, children and their families can learn about Gwen Frostic, the renowned Michigan artist, whose lifelong passion for nat...

Charley Harper’s I Am Wild series teaches little ones about wildlife—this time in their own backyards and urban areas! Knowledge of our neighbors c...

Children (and adults) will marvel over the haunting sounds of the African savannah featured in this companion to The Little Book of Backyard Bird S...

Rumble! Hiss! Squawk! Thwack! With just the touch of a button, readers can travel back 65 million years and more to find out what these 12 extraord...

Animals aren’t always easy to spot! Some hide while they hunt. Others hide to avoid being hunted. Many critters don’t need to hide, their colors...

 An Emmy-winning animator has created a team of forest animals dedicated to saving the planet. Bluebird needs a home. Can Bear help him find one? T...

Molly Hashimoto's new board book introduces little ones to the world of trees. The artist's block prints, hand-tinted with watercolor, coupled with...

There is nothing like a grandmother’s love. This sweet story celebrates the special bond between grandma and grandchild at Christmas time. With a b...

Discover the fascinating world of prehistoric life with this children’s book that includes an introduction to paleontology and a guide to dinosaurs...

Have you ever wanted to dive into the ocean and swim with the fish among a beautiful coral reef? Now you can! A charming and vibrant picture book t...