John Schoenherr

Meet a fearless little gosling who loves to march to the beat of his own drum. Every year, a mother and father goose return to the exact same quiet pond to build their nest. When their babies finally peck their way out of their eggs, most of the little ones faithfully line up behind their parents. But not this year. One curious gosling decides the world is simply too exciting to just follow the leader. Waddling off on a thrilling nighttime adventure, this brave little rebel keeps his whole family on their toes. He bravely explores the natural world around him, happily unaware of the hidden dangers hiding in the shadows. Luckily, his watchful mother is always close behind to keep him safe. Get ready to explore the wild outdoors alongside a tiny hero who proves that sometimes the best discoveries happen when you wander off the beaten path.

Wake up and step into the freezing wilderness of the far north. One morning, a young bear opens his eyes to discover that his mother has vanished. Suddenly, he is entirely alone in a massive, snowy world filled with unfamiliar sights and sounds. Driven by a rumbling stomach and a pounding heart, the young cub must gather every ounce of his courage to leave his cozy den. He begins to wander across the icy landscape, learning exactly what it takes to survive in the harsh wild. Without his mother to guide him, he faces tough challenges and figures out how to find his own food. Follow this brave little cub on a powerful journey of independence as he grows from a frightened baby into a strong survivor. This striking story shows you the real, dramatic life of forest animals and the incredible strength it takes to grow up.

Follow the quiet journey of a resilient old beaver as he searches for a safe place to call his own. After leaving his familiar pond behind, this hardworking animal sets out into the unknown wild. The journey is long and filled with challenges, but he soon discovers a lucky find waiting in the water. Deep in the woods, an empty, abandoned lodge sits quietly, just waiting for someone to move in. With patience and skill, the old beaver begins the tough job of fixing up the broken branches and making the cozy space his own. Step inside a beautiful forest world and watch how one determined creature builds a new life from the ground up. This gentle story takes you close to nature, showing the quiet strength and remarkable building talents of one of the woodland's most fascinating animals.

The freezing wilderness can be a very dangerous place, especially when you are hurt. Roko is a brave wolf who will do anything to protect his pack. During a fierce encounter with a large caribou, Roko steps in front of his leader, Kiglo, and takes a terrible blow. Now, Roko is badly injured and unable to keep up with the rest of his family. As the cold sets in, hungry animals begin to circle the wounded wolf, waiting for their chance to strike. Just when it seems like all hope is lost, an unexpected rescue changes everything. Will loyalty and courage be enough to save him from the harsh realities of the wild? Follow Roko on an incredible adventure that proves the true strength of a pack lies in how fiercely they care for one another.

Late one winter night, a little girl and her father bundle up and step out into the freezing cold. They are going owling. The trees stand as still as statues, and the snowy world is as silent as a dream. As they walk together through the dark woods, the father calls out to the mysterious nighttime bird, hoping for an answer. Wordlessly, the two companions crunch through the snow, because when you go owling, you do not need words. You only need hope. Sometimes there isn't an owl, but sometimes, if you are very lucky, there is. Step into this gentle, poetic story that beautifully captures the quiet magic of a winter night and the special bond between a parent and child. It is a breathtaking visual treasure that you will want to share again and again.