15 Woodland Animal Books

The Wild Robot is a book by Peter Brown about a robot who gets lost in the woods. She must learn how to survive without her memories by befriending the wild animals, including an orphaned duckling, and caring for them.

Appleblossom the Possum by Holly Goldberg Sloan is about a baby possum who accidentally falls down a chimney. Appleblossom's brothers launch a rescue as she tries to avoid the humans.

Redwall by Brian Jacques is the first in a series about woodland animals living in a medieval abbey. Mice and other animal heroes must defend their kingdom from an evil rat.

Clarice the Brave by Lisa McMann is a tale of two mice who live on a pirate ship. When the crew mutinies, Clarice and her brother Charles are separated. Both must learn about bravery and friendship.

A Wold Called Wander by Roseanne Perry is about a wolf cub. When Swift is separated from his pack, he must go on a long adventure across the Pacific Northwest. Inspired by a true story.

Pax by Sara Pennypacker is a story about a boy and a fox. Peter rescued Pax as a kit, but when his father enlists, he must release him into the wild and move across the country. Both must contend with the reality of war and growing up as they hope to reunite.

The Trumpet of the Swan by EB White is about a swan who can't make a sound. Louis does everything to find a way to communicate with other swans, including befriending a human.

The Remarkable Rescue at Milkweed Meadow by Elaine Dimopoulos is about a rabbit. Butternut grew up learning to stick with her own kind, but when she befriends a robin and deer, she starts to question. Soon she and her friends are rescuing other animals in need.

Nuts to You by Lynne Rae Perkins is about squirrels. Three squirrels are best friends, so when one is taken by a hawk, the other two go on a brave adventure to find him.

The Six Crowns: Trundle's Quest by Allan Jones is about a hedgehog in a fantasy kingdom. Trundle is an ordinary hedgehog until he meets Esmerelda. They'll outrun pirates, travel a great distance, and search for a treasure that will change their world.

The Wind in the Willows by Kenneth Grahame is a classic. This cozy and whimsical story is about Mole, Rat, Toad, and Badger. They are best friends living in the English countryside.

A boy Called Bat by Elana K. Arnold is the first in a series about an autistic boy and his pet skunk. While Bat's mom, who is a veterinarian, temporarily cares for a baby skunk, he must convince her that it can be his pet.

A Girl, a Raccoon, and the Midnight Moon is by Karen Romano Young. When a library branch is set to close, Pearl teams up with a group of friends to save it. She soon discovers the raccoons living in the basement can read and write, and her mom's bedtime stories are real.

How to Save an Owl by Kate Messner is part of a series about a family that rescues animals. Ivy and Ezra find a pair of baby screech owls and rebuild their nest.

Little Bird by Cynthia Voigt is about a small crow. When a fisher cat attacks the fledglings and steals a shiny pendant, Little Bird vows to find it. She must go on a journey and make new friends, changing her forever.