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Animal Life Series Books in Order | Wonderlit

Animal Life Series

2 books · Ages 5–9 · Chapter Books

Animal Life Series is a 2-book series for ages 5–9 by Margaret Lane. Each book stands alone — start anywhere.

Where to Start

Start anywhere — each book stands alone.

That said, The Frog and The Squirrel are great first picks.

All Books

No particular order needed — browse and pick what catches your eye.

The Frog

The Squirrel

The Squirrel1981

What This Series Covers

Curiosity & Wonder Science & Nature Animals Nature & Outdoors Weather & Seasons Resilience & Perseverance

All books by Margaret Lane →

What to Read Next

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Four Seasons for Toby

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For the curious preschooler who is just beginning to notice how the world changes around them. This gentle story helps l

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Cover of Thumbelina

Hans Christian Andersen, Brian Alderson

For the child who feels small in a big world or is searching for where they truly belong. A classic tale of finding home

Cover of The Growling Grizzly

The Danger Joe Show #3

The Growling Grizzly

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For the child who loves the thrill of a mystery and the wonders of the wild, this story follows a brave boy using his kn

Ages 6–9

Cover of Daily Life in a Covered Wagon

Daily Life in a Covered Wagon

For the child curious about history and how people survived without modern technology. This guide uses real artifacts to

Cover of House of Elephants

House of Elephants

Claribel A. Ortega

For children navigating complex family legacies and the heavy weight of grief, this magical story explores courage, self

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Scholastic Science Readers #12

Polar Animals All Year Long

Melvin Berger, Gilda Berger

For the child curious about how wild animals survive in the snow. Discover how polar bears and penguins adapt to extreme

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Shakespeare Makes the Playoffs

For the child feeling stuck or uninspired by schoolwork, this book offers a humorous tale about finding creative sparks