A sea otter gets caught by a fisherman and is brought to a nearby sea park where he befriends the other animals there. Before his planned release he convinces the domestic "lifers" to escape with him to his home and experience life on the wild side.

Ollie the osprey loves to swoop into the water and catch fish. But once he's caught them, he's useless at throwing them And if he can't throw a delicious fish to Isla, she'll never become his friend. Rory the otter says he can help Ollie get better at throwing fish. Full of fun sounds, this is a brilliant story, by interactive storyteller Emily Dodd, about doing what you love, with gentle illustrations of a host of loveable Scottish birds and animals in the picturesque Scottish Highlands.

In this endearing and beautifully illustrated picture book, a baby river otter learns to swim, dive, and play in her natural habitat. Encouraged by her mother, the little otter soon sets out to explore on her own, quickly learning to escape shoreline predators and to find her way back to the security of home. From children’s author Artie Knapp and wildlife artist Guy Hobbs, Little Otter Learns to Swim is an entertaining and colorful tale for ages four and up. The story is followed by two pages of fun facts about river otters as well as information and resources from the River Otter Ecology Project.

Recued and brought back to good health by his friend Jack the fisherman, Ollie soon realises he isn't quite the same as the other otters on the riverbank anymore. He's always been a bit of a loner and rather shy but will his new orange coloured coat make him stand out and be treated differently ? Find out as you turn the pages of this beautifully illustrated book which will keep your child enthralled from the very beginning.

Homeward Bound meets Finding Nemo in this heartfelt story about a brave sea otter and a rambunctious puppy who team up to find their way home. Oliver is a sea otter determined to prove that he’s not a momma otter’s boy. In an effort to show his bravery, he swims into Puget Sound where all the ships and humans are. That’s when disaster strikes: An oil spill threatens the local wildlife -- and it traps Oliver in the harbor! Franklin, an excitable dachshund puppy, is also lost. He's been separated from his owner, Lucy, and he has no idea how to get back to her. Now Oliver and Franklin must journey through the Pacific Northwest wilderness in search of their families. Along the way, they’ll discover exciting adventures and meet new friends—but will they be able to find their way home?

Follow along as Pup learns how to eat spiky sea urchins, somersault beneath the waves and groom himself. He still needs lots of help from Mother, but one day Pup will be old enough to dive down below the waves and search for food on his own. Accompanied by beautiful illustrations and set in the North Pacific, this heartwarming tale is perfect for little ones who still have lots to learn themselves.

Gabriel Grant thinks he’s an ordinary 13-year old Londoner. But one day, something happens that leaves him with extraordinary abilities... Suddenly, there are people who want to use him for his powers. What is Gabriel’s connection with a monastery in the distant Himalayas? Who is the mysterious Searcher, and can he be trusted? Who – or what – is spying on Gabriel? Why have his parents suddenly disappeared? And what does all this have to do with a visiting circus? In an adventure based in the heart of London, and together with his feisty sister Ariel, Gabriel eventually finds the answer to many of his questions. Above all: what it means to be a Morphant. Already attracting 5-star reviews as an e-book, The Morphant is a page-turning coming-of-age adventure set against a backdrop of iconic London landmarks, and exploring a secret underground London world before reaching a thrilling climax inside the Channel Tunnel.

2018 and 2019’s No. 1 Best-selling Amigurumi Book in the U.S.! Explore Amigurumi, the Japanese art of crochet design, with 30 unique and darling patterns. Whether a novice or an experienced crocheter, anyone can pick up a needle and complete these cuddly creations. Author and amigurumi guru Lauren Espy inspires crocheters with her easy-to-follow patterns, pictures, and helpful instructions. Lauren always takes the patterns one step at a time to ensure that your finished product is as cute as the creation on the page! In Whimsical Stitches: A Modern Makers Book of Amigurumi Crochet Patterns, amigurumi is explored through 30 simple, fanciful patterns in a variety of themes, including: • In the Garden • At the Aquarium • Down on the Farm • At the Bakery Brighten a room with flowers that won’t wilt, bring cheer to your table with colorful fruits that won’t attract flies, and add cuddly friends to a baby’s collection of favorite toys.

In the secret realm of toys, there are many mysteries.

In this graphic novel for early middle readers, a fearsome sea serpent comes back to haunt an island in the Pacific Northwest after a 100-year reprieve.