Presents a history of the universe, from the Big Bang to the formation of Earth, in the form of a letter written by the thirteen-billion-year-old universe itself to an Earth child.

A child and her companions collect a number of seashells from one to twelve.

A child sees a saguaro cactus by day but there are no animals until after he leaves, when various creatures come out to play and prey. Also includes "field notes" which provide more facts about desert animals.

A picture book adaptation of John Denver's song Sunshine on my shoulders, which celebrates the simple things in life such as sunshine, being in nature, and loving relationships.

A boy goes fishing with his father and describes the interrelationships among the insects and animals he encounters, from the mosquito that bites him to the dragonflies, bullfrogs, and fish that he finally catches and eats. Includes facts about wetland species in the story.

Presents an introduction to the physical characteristics, behavior and habitat of bats.

Presents an introduction to the physical characteristics, behavior and habitat of bison.

Presents an introduction to the physical characteristics, behavior and habitats of chipmunks.

Presents an introduction to the physical characteristics, behavior and habitat of deer.

Presents an introduction to the physical characteristics, behavior and habitat of elk.