Book Series · 18 Books

Living Wild Books

In order from Killer Whales to Tapirs.

The Living Wild series is a set of 18 picture books by Melissa Gish, published between 2010 and 2024. Written for ages 8–14, most books run about 45 pages.

Killer Whales
Kangaroos
Camels
Cougars
Chimpanzees
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Killer Whales
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$3928
Book #1 · Picture Book · Ages 9–12 · 2010

Killer Whales

By Melissa Gish

Explore the mysterious world of killer whales and their unique lives in the ocean.

46 pages
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Summary: Dive into the fascinating world of killer whales, exploring their striking appearance and complex behaviors. Discover how these majestic creatures interact with humans and the efforts to protect them in today's changing world. What secrets do these ocean giants hold beneath the waves?
The complete set

Living Wild Series

18 books · Published 2010–2024

Killer Whales
Series
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$3928

Killer Whales

Picture Book · Ages 9–12 · 2010

Explore the mysterious world of killer whales and their unique lives in the ocean.

Kangaroos
Series
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$3928

Kangaroos

Picture Book · Ages 9–12 · 2010

Discover the secret lives of kangaroos and their unique place in our world.

Camels
Series
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$3928

Camels

Picture Book · Ages 9–12 · 2012

Discover the secrets of camels and their unique adaptations.

Cougars
Series
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$3928

Cougars

Picture Book · Ages 9–12 · 2012

Explore the secretive world of cougars and their complex relationship with humans.

Chimpanzees
Series
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$1348

Chimpanzees

Picture Book · Ages 10–14 · 2013

Explore the fascinating world of chimpanzees and their connection to humans.

Beavers
Series
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$4066

Beavers

Picture Book · Ages 9–12 · 2014

Discover the secret lives and engineering marvels of beavers in today's world.

Flamingos
Series
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$4280

Flamingos

Picture Book · Ages 8–12 · 2014

Discover the secrets of flamingos' vibrant lives and habitats.

Geckos
Series
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$4066

Geckos

Picture Book · Ages 9–12 · 2014

Discover the secret world of geckos and their unique vocalizations.

Sea Turtles
Series
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$3928

Sea Turtles

Picture Book · Ages 9–12 · 2014

Explore the secret lives and survival of sea turtles.

Bighorn Sheep
Series
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$4066

Bighorn Sheep

Picture Book · Ages 9–12 · 2015

Discover the secrets of bighorn sheep and their fight for survival.

Armadillos
Series
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$4066

Armadillos

Picture Book · Ages 8–12 · 2016

Discover the secret world of armadillos and their survival challenges.

Ostriches
Series
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$4204

Ostriches

Picture Book · Ages 9–12 · 2016

Discover the secrets of ostriches' lives and their unique place in nature.

Peacocks
Series
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$4066

Peacocks

Picture Book · Ages 9–12 · 2016

Discover the vibrant world of peacocks and their survival challenges.

Snow Leopards
Series
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$4066

Snow Leopards

Picture Book · Ages 8–12 · 2016

Discover how snow leopards adapt to survive in a changing world.

Manatees
Series
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$4066

Manatees

Picture Book · Ages 8–12 · 2016

Discover the secret world of manatees and their fight for survival.

Llamas
Series
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$4066

Llamas

Picture Book · Ages 8–12 · 2017

Discover the world of llamas and their unique bond with humans.

Anteaters
Series
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$1348

Anteaters

Picture Book · Ages 10–14 · 2018

Discover the secrets of anteaters, from their unique anatomy to their role in folklore.

Tapirs
Series
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$1348

Tapirs

Picture Book · Ages 10–14 · 2024

Discover the mysterious tapir, a creature of Central and South America, through vivid photos and fascinating facts.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Living Wild series?

There are 18 books in the Living Wild series. It began with Killer Whales in 2010, and the newest book, Tapirs, was published in 2024.

What ages are the Living Wild books best for?

The series is best for ages 8–14, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

The people

The Creative Behind the Books

The people who bring Living Wild to life.

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Melissa Gish

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