Book Series · 23 Books

Amazing Animals Books

In order from Polar Bears to Axolotls.

The Amazing Animals series is a set of 23 chapter books by Valerie Bodden, published between 2009 and 2026. Written for ages 4–10, most books run about 25 pages.

Polar Bears
Tigers
Rainforest Romp
Lions
Polar Bears
Penguins
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Polar Bears
Sale price
$2755
Book #1 · Picture Book · Ages 7–10 · 2009

Polar Bears

By Christina Wilsdon

Discover the plight of polar bears and how to save them.

48 pages· 2,962 words· Est. 23 min read-aloud
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Library Binding
Summary: Explore the icy world of polar bears, majestic yet endangered due to climate change. Uncover their playful nature, hunting skills, and nurturing of cubs. Can we secure their future amidst a warming planet?
The complete set

Amazing Animals Series

23 books · Published 2009–2026

Series
Sale price
$2755

Polar Bears

Picture Book · Ages 7–10 · 2009

Discover the plight of polar bears and how to save them.

Tigers

Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2009

Discover the secrets behind the tiger's stripes.

Rainforest Romp

Picture Book · 2009

Join a thrilling trek through the rainforest to discover amazing creatures.

Lions

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2010

Discover why lions reign as the animal kingdom's royalty.

Sale price
$3392

Polar Bears

Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2010

Discover the secrets of polar bears and their mysterious short tails.

Sale price
$3392

Penguins

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2010

Discover the fascinating world of penguins, from their clumsy land waddle to their underwater grace.

Cheetahs

Picture Book · Ages 6–9 · 2010

Explore the diverse world of animals through stunning photos and captivating folk tales.

Sale price
$3392

Leopards

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2011

Discover the secrets of leopards, their hunting prowess, and a tale of rivalry.

Sale price
$1049

Bison

Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2013

Discover the majestic bison, North America's largest mammal, and its fascinating traits.

Sale price
$3392

Rhinoceroses

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2013

Discover the secret lives of rhinos and why their skin is bumpy.

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$3392

Komodo Dragons

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2013

Discover the secrets of Earth's largest lizard, the Komodo dragon.

Pandas

Chapter Book · Ages 6–8 · 2013

Discover why alligators and pandas have unique traits.

Sea Lions

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2014

Discover the secrets of sea lions' ocean lives and their respected role in folklore.

Sale price
$3392

Beavers

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2015

Discover the secrets of nature's engineers: beavers.

Sale price
$3392

Geckos

Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2015

Discover the secrets of geckos and their legendary luck.

Sale price
$3392

Wild Horses

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2015

Discover the untamed world of wild horses and their unique stories.

Octopuses

Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2016

Discover the truth behind octopuses once feared as sea monsters.

Sale price
$958

Chimpanzees

Chapter Book · Ages 6–8 · 2016

Explore the mysteries of chimpanzees and discover why they lack tails through science and folklore.

Foxes

Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2018

Discover the cunning world of foxes and their clever survival tactics.

Spider Monkeys

Picture Book · Ages 5–10 · 2018

Discover place value through the world of spider monkeys and real-life math challenges.

Elk

Chapter Book · Ages 6–8 · 2023

Discover the majestic elk's mountain life and ancient tales.

Coyotes

Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2025

Uncover the secrets of the wild coyote's life.

Sale price
$3525

Axolotls

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2026

Discover the axolotl's unique regenerative powers and underwater life.

Good to know

Common Questions

How many books are in the Amazing Animals series?

There are 23 books in the Amazing Animals series. It began with Polar Bears in 2009, and the newest book, Axolotls, was published in 2026.

What ages are the Amazing Animals books best for?

The series is best for ages 4–10, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

The people

The Creatives Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring Amazing Animals to life.

01

Christina Wilsdon

Author
02

Valerie Bodden

Author
03

Tony Mitton

Author
04

Kate Riggs

Author

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