When we think about cheetahs, the idea of these wild cats forming friendships with dogs seems extremely unlikely. But cheetahs can become anxious, particularly when interacting with humans in a zoo environment. The San Diego Zoo solved this problem by introducing one of their cheetah cubs, Arusha, to a Golden Retriever named Anna, and the animals became best friends. Arusha and Anna eventually became animal ambassadors, meeting thousands of visitors at the San Diego Zoo, and other cheetah/dog friendships soon followed. Here are some great books about unusual animal friendships to help celebrate National Zoo and Aquarium Month 2023: Read More

In celebration of National Zoo and Aquarium Month 2023, here are some of Jazzy’s favorite books about animals living in zoos and aquariums. Read More

All tortoises are turtles. But not all turtles are tortoises! Tortoises like to live on land, while most turtles like to live in water as well as on land. Tortoises are shaped a little differently than most turtles, because they have thicker back legs and shells that are dome-shaped. And tortoises are herbivores (vegetarians) while most turtles are omnivores – they eat both plants and animals.  Celebrate World Turtle Day 2023 with these wonderful nonfiction books about turtles (including tortoises)! Read More

Celebrate World Turtle Day 2023 with these great stories about turtles! Read More

The average car releases almost a pound of carbon dioxide into the air every mile it’s driven. If you drove 365 fewer miles per year, that would be equivalent to planting four trees and having them absorb CO2 for ten years! Want to learn more about protecting our environment? Check out some of these great books!   Read More

Celebrate National Bike Month 2023 by enjoying this collection of Jazzy’s favorite bicycle books! Read More

In celebration of National Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month 2023 enjoy these inspiring stories about Yo-Yo Ma, Chloe Kim, Ellison Onizuka and more. Read More

Celebrate National Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month in 2023 with these wonderful stories written and/or illustrated by creators of Asian and Pacific Islander descent. Read More