Books About Grasslands

The Best Grasslands Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about grasslands? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.

The Shortlist

Our 10 Favorite Books About Grasslands

Little Kids First Big Book of Animals
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$1398
Chapter Book · Ages 3–5 · 2010

Little Kids First Big Book of Animals

By Catherine D. Hughes · Little Kids First Big Books series

Discover the wonders of wildlife through captivating animal tales for young explorers.

128 pages· 5,735 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
4.5 Goodreads · 567 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Embark on a journey with the youngest explorers into the vibrant world of wildlife. Meet 32 fascinating creatures, from dolphins to pandas, through captivating photos and fun facts. Learn how animal parents nurture their young and how baby animals grow and thrive. Perfect for curious minds, this book offers a delightful mix of education and entertainment, making it a favorite for storytime and beyond. What secrets of the animal kingdom will you uncover?
Pronghorn
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$2845
Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2020

Pronghorn

By Kaitlyn Duling · Animals of the Grasslands series

Meet one of the fastest runners on the grasslands and learn how it survives.

24 pages· 302 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
4.8 Goodreads · 4 ratings
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Library Binding
Summary: Pronghorn can race across the Great Plains at more than 50 miles per hour. This beginning reader shows how their strong hearts and lungs and other adaptations help them thrive in the grasslands. Photos, a range map, a diet feature and a conservation status bar support the leveled text.
Ostriches
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$869
Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2010

Ostriches

Animals That Live in the Grasslands series

Meet the ostrich, a record-breaking bird that is taller than a grown-up, faster than a person and has the biggest eyes of any land animal.

24 pages· 282 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
1.0 Goodreads · 1 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Ostriches live on the grasslands of Africa, and they break records: they are taller than an adult human, run much faster than people, and have the largest eyes of any land animal. Young readers learn how ostriches live, see how a huge ostrich egg compares with a chicken egg, and find out why even a lion should be careful around one.
Wildebeests
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$869
Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2010

Wildebeests

By Mary Molly Shea · Animals That Live in the Grasslands series

Wildebeests have a scary-sounding name, but these African grazers spend their days eating grass and traveling with the herd.

24 pages· 309 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
4.0 Goodreads · 1 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Wildebeests, also called gnus, live in big herds on the grasslands of Africa. Their name sounds fierce, but they mostly spend their days chomping on grass. Calves can run with the herd just minutes after they are born, and every year the herds travel hundreds of miles to find food and water during the hot, dry season. Photos and simple text show young readers the wild life of a wildebeest.
Rhinoceroses
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$869
Picture Book · Ages 6–8 · 2010

Rhinoceroses

By Ethan Grucella · Animals That Live in the Grasslands series

Discover the unpredictable world of rhinos, where tempers flare and mud baths reign.

24 pages· 262 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
5.0 Goodreads · 1 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Venture into the wild world of rhinos, creatures with formidable horns and a penchant for mud baths. Known for their plant-based diet, these grassland giants are equally famous for their fiery tempers. What drives these unpredictable animals to charge without warning? Explore the mysteries and marvels of these peculiar African inhabitants, and uncover the secrets behind their fearsome reputation. Will you dare to learn what makes them tick?
American Bison
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$2785
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2012

American Bison

By Steve Potts · North American Animals series

Discover the secrets of North America's grassland giants.

24 pages· 218 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud
3.6 Goodreads · 9 ratings
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Library Binding
Summary: Explore the majestic world of the American bison, the iconic giants of North America's grasslands. Uncover their unique habitats and the challenges they face in a rapidly changing environment. What secrets do these magnificent creatures hold, and how do they continue to thrive against the odds? Dive into a journey that reveals the intricate balance of nature and the vital role bison play in their ecosystem. Will their legacy endure in the face of modern threats?
Grasslands
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$858
Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2011

Grasslands

By Cathryn Sill, John Sill (Illustrator) · About Habitats series

Discover the vibrant life of grasslands and their diverse inhabitants.

48 pages· 69 words· Est. 1 min read-aloud
4.1 Goodreads · 31 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Explore the wonders of grasslands with vivid illustrations and simple language. Journey through North American prairies and African savannas, uncovering the rich tapestry of plants and animals. Perfect for young explorers eager to learn about nature's diversity.
Animals of Africa
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$379
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2008

Animals of Africa

By Lisa L. Ryan-Herndon · Book #1 in the Zabie's: National animals of Africa series

This book explores the diverse habitats of Africa and the animals that inhabit them, from deserts and rivers to highlands and savannas.

32 pages· 1,345 words· Est. 11 min read-aloud
4.0 Goodreads · 22 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Journey through Africa's diverse landscapes, where wolves, ibex, and geladas scale peaks, and red-billed queleas soar above. Witness migrating herds of giraffes, zebras, and oryx as they navigate savannahs and deserts, evading hyenas in their quest for sustenance. This vibrant exploration offers young readers a captivating glimpse into the animal kingdom's intricate dance of survival.
Lion
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$1045
Picture Book · Ages 5–10 · 2013

Lion

By Louise Spilsbury · Top of the Food Chain series

Explore the lion's reign as the apex predator of Africa's grasslands.

32 pages
3.5 Goodreads · 4 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Dive into the world of Africa's grasslands where the lion rules supreme. Discover how its claws, teeth, and mane make it a formidable hunter. Uncover the secrets of life within a lion pride and the intricate dynamics that keep this apex predator at the top of the food chain. What challenges do these majestic creatures face in their natural habitat?
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