CRRL Kids: Otterly Wonderful Books!

Baby Otter

by Clarke, Ginjer L.

Book - 2009

Baby otters are playful and adorable creatures—from their first steps outside of the cozy den their mother prepared for them to their first paddles in the...Show more Baby otters are playful and adorable creatures—from their first steps outside of the cozy den their mother prepared for them to their first paddles in the icy water. Veteran science book author Ginjer L. Clarke highlights plenty of facts about baby otters, including how they learn to swim, what they eat, and where they live. Show less

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Beaver and Otter Get Along...sort of

A Story of Grit and Patience Between Neighbors

by Collard, Sneed B.

Book - 2021

Beaver was living a peaceful life in a pond, and things were looking good...but then Otter showed up! Beaver and Otter couldn't be more different. The bea...Show more Beaver was living a peaceful life in a pond, and things were looking good...but then Otter showed up! Beaver and Otter couldn't be more different. The beavers find their new neighbors rather annoying. The otters goof around and do whatever they want. Will Beaver and Otter ever learn to get along? Show less

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Do Unto Otters

(a Book About Manners)

by Keller, Laurie

Book - 2009

Mr. Rabbit's new neighbors are Otters. OTTERS! But he doesn't know anything about Otters. Will they get along? Will they be friends? Just treat otters the...Show more Mr. Rabbit's new neighbors are Otters. OTTERS! But he doesn't know anything about Otters. Will they get along? Will they be friends? Just treat otters the same way you'd like them to treat you, advises wise Mr. Owl. And so begins Mr. Rabbit's reflection on good manners. Also available on streaming video through Kanopy Kids. Show less

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I Am Otter

by Garton, Sam

Book - 2014

A fun story told by a little otter who keeps herself busy--and gets into a bit of trouble--when her Otter Keeper has to go to work. A fun story told by a little otter who keeps herself busy--and gets into a bit of trouble--when her Otter Keeper has to go to work. Show less

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Little by Little

by Stewart, Amber

Book - 2008

Otto is an otter who can do many things. But there's one thing he can't do: swim. Little by little, and with a some help from his big sister, Otto gets th...Show more Otto is an otter who can do many things. But there's one thing he can't do: swim. Little by little, and with a some help from his big sister, Otto gets the courage--and the practice-- to splash and tumble in the water with his friends. The story and illustrations will encourage kids, showing them that if they take it step-by-step, any new skill is within their reach! Show less

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The Otter

by Kitchen, Bert

Book - 1999

Down among the weeds and pebbles of the river bed, the otter is swimming home. Fast as a fish, nimble as an eel, she moves with joy through the water. Lik...Show more Down among the weeds and pebbles of the river bed, the otter is swimming home. Fast as a fish, nimble as an eel, she moves with joy through the water. Like the otter itself, the text of this informative story moves with poetic grace, offering children a privileged look at the life of this appealing and elusive riverbank animal. Show less

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Otter Lee Brave, by Rena Cherry Brown, at Schiffer Books

https://schifferbooks.com/products/otter-lee-brave

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"Lee, a young otter, loses his mother and finds himself in a rescue aquarium where he meets a bully, learns to trust human beings, survives a catastr...Show more "Lee, a young otter, loses his mother and finds himself in a rescue aquarium where he meets a bully, learns to trust human beings, survives a catastrophe, and, by recalling his mother's lessons, makes a tough decision that ultimately changes his life. Children who have been bullied, lost a parent, or just enjoy a good adventure, will be thrilled by this beautifully illustrated children's book. In addition to the non-stop action of Lee's story, readers will learn many facts about the habitat, biology, and behavior of otters as well as some of the dangers they face. Otter facts make this a great book for the classroom." Early reader, ages 5-8. Show less

Otters Love to Play

by London, Jonathan

Book - 2016

Ka-splash! Head to the river, where a frolicsome bunch of otters plays all year round in a nonfiction story sprinkled with facts — and loaded with fun. Ka-splash! Head to the river, where a frolicsome bunch of otters plays all year round in a nonfiction story sprinkled with facts — and loaded with fun. Show less

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Otter Moon

by Humphries, Tudor

Book - 2009

In the land of the otters, Flibberty lay in his secret place, watching the moon rise and daydreaming instead of catching fish. So the King of the River se...Show more In the land of the otters, Flibberty lay in his secret place, watching the moon rise and daydreaming instead of catching fish. So the King of the River sets him a seemingly impossible task: to find and serve him a great fish on a silver dish before daybreak. With the help of his friend the heron, Flibberty sets off downriver—far, far away from home. But will he ever fulfill the King’s demands? Show less

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Otters

River or Sea? : A Compare and Contrast Book

by McConnell, Cathleen

Book - 2021

Perhaps you’ve seen an otter swimming and playing at a zoo or aquarium, but do you know how these amazing animals live in the wild? Most are found in fres...Show more Perhaps you’ve seen an otter swimming and playing at a zoo or aquarium, but do you know how these amazing animals live in the wild? Most are found in freshwater habitats, while others make their home in coastal kelp forests or can be found feeding along rocky shores. There are many similarities between river otters and sea otters, but there are also vast differences. Show less

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The Rappahannock River Heritage Trail: A Kid-Friendly Riverside Hike in Fredericksburg, Virginia

https://gohikevirginia.com/rappahannock-river-heritage-trail/

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A statewide hiking website gives a nice overview of the trail, which includes the StoryWalk. Note that the featured book changes periodically. A statewide hiking website gives a nice overview of the trail, which includes the StoryWalk. Note that the featured book changes periodically. Show less

River Otters

by Green, Jen

Book - 2008

A book of facts about the North American river otter that includes many photos. A book of facts about the North American river otter that includes many photos. Show less

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Utterly Otterly Night

by Casanova, Mary

Book - 2011

Little Otter is ready for some action! Rustling leaves call to him. Sweet, spicy air beckons. The moon is as huge and golden as Owl’s eyes. So Little Otte...Show more Little Otter is ready for some action! Rustling leaves call to him. Sweet, spicy air beckons. The moon is as huge and golden as Owl’s eyes. So Little Otter sets off for some fun. But with wolves on the prowl, Little Otter’s adventures are a series of dizzying close calls. When he finally returns to his den, Little Otter’s family is all played out and ready for bed! Show less

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