Books About Park Rangers

The Best Park Rangers Books for Kids

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

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Don't Feed the Bear
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Picture Book · Ages 3–8 · 2018

Don't Feed the Bear

By Kathleen Doherty, Chip Wass (Illustrator)

Bear and Ranger clash over camper treats in a hilarious park showdown.

32 pages· 294 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
5.8/7 Bookroo·4.2/5 Goodreads · 333 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: In a lively park, a bear and a ranger engage in a comical battle over camper treats. Bear loves the tasty leftovers, but the ranger insists on keeping the park pristine. When the ranger posts a 'Don't Feed the Bear' sign, Bear cheekily alters it, sparking a humorous war of signs. As their antics escalate, both risk losing out on their favorite snacks. Can they find a way to coexist, or will their rivalry leave them both hungry? This playful tale promises laughter and a lesson in compromise.
Picture Book · Ages 1–7 · 2017

Get Dressed, Sasquatch!

A ranger challenges Sasquatch's natural state. Will rules or freedom prevail?

30 pages
5.0/7 Bookroo·4.1/5 Goodreads · 223 ratings
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Board book
Summary: In the lush Pacific Northwest, a rule-loving ranger confronts Sasquatch, who prefers to roam the forest in his natural state. As the ranger insists on clothing, Sasquatch's carefree spirit challenges the rules. Will the ranger enforce conformity, or will Sasquatch's wild freedom inspire a compromise? Dive into this whimsical tale of nature, rules, and the joy of being oneself, where the stakes are as high as the towering trees and as playful as the forest creatures.
Chapter Book · Ages 9–13 · 2017

Kiss of the Snake

Pets are dying, and Nellie's snake is blamed. Can she clear their names?

72 pages· 7,253 words· Est. 49 min read
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Library Binding
Summary: In a Southern town, newcomer Nellie Tibbits faces suspicion when local pets mysteriously die. Her pet snake is the prime suspect. As tensions rise, Nellie joins the Bog Hollow Boys to uncover the truth and prove their innocence. Can she navigate the town's hostility and reveal the real culprit before it's too late?
Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2017

Sleeping with the Fishes

Mysterious fish deaths challenge two brothers in Bog Hollow.

72 pages· 6,757 words· Est. 46 min read
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Library Binding
Summary: Austin and Ethan Finch, sons of the Bog Hollow State Park ranger, face a puzzling mystery as fish begin dying inexplicably. As they dive deeper into the enigma, the brothers must navigate uncharted waters that could be more dangerous than they ever imagined. Can they uncover the truth before it's too late, or will the secrets of the park remain hidden beneath the surface?
Chapter Book · Ages 9–13 · 2017

Gone to the Buzzards

Can the Bog Hollow Boys solve the buzzard mystery before it's too late?

72 pages· 6,591 words· Est. 44 min read
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Library Binding
Summary: At Bog Hollow State Park, the buzzards are in trouble, and the Bog Hollow Boys are determined to find out why. As they delve into the mystery, they face unexpected challenges that test their courage and friendship. Will they uncover the truth behind the bullied buzzards, or will they find themselves in over their heads? Join the adventure and discover if the boys can save the day before their own feathers get ruffled.
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2019

If I Were a Park Ranger

Explore America's wonders as a park ranger, protecting nature and history.

32 pages
4.2/5 Goodreads · 129 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Step into the boots of a national park ranger, where each day unfolds in America's most cherished landscapes. From tracking wildlife to aiding in scientific discoveries, your mission is to safeguard the environment and preserve our nation's heritage. Whether navigating Denali's wilderness or standing guard at the Statue of Liberty, the challenges are as vast as the parks themselves. Will you rise to the call of the wild and the echoes of history?
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