Young listeners will be drawn to the audible smile in narrator Greer Morrison's voice as she shares the wonders of humankind and the importance of working together. As the audiobook opens, the short, reflective messages delivered in Morrison's warm voice are paired with calming outdoor sounds that seamlessly transition from one to the next. The exciting roar of an ascending spaceship is used to evoke humanity's ability to explore; animal sounds are softly blended to portray the fragile creatures on Earth that need human protection. These fun, immersive sound effects will appeal to the youngest of listeners. Morrison's friendly tone imparts a deeply inspirational message from environmentalist McKibben worth revisiting. Audiobook lovers of all ages will take away something new with each listen.
(Picture book. 4-8)Pub Date: April 19, 2022
Duration: 4 mins
DD ISBN: 9781250831651
Publisher: Macmillan Audio
Review Posted Online: Jan. 22, 2026
Lyrical prose is the hallmark of this alliterative nonfiction ode to the earth's tropical, boreal, temperate, and kelp forests. Abigail Reno's narration is as soothing as the gentle music and nature sounds that accompany this top-notch production. In total, there are nine tracks, including the main story, the story with extra details, page-turn versions of each, and notes. The initial track is about 10 minutes, while the second has explanatory notes, for example, a discussion of a famed Japanese bamboo forest (complete with entrancing sound effects) and of Poland's enigmatic Bialowieza Forest, where all of the trees are in uniform "C" shapes. Reno's narration is equally compelling in the explanatory sections. Reno convincingly conveys the author's love and concern for the world's forests.
(Informational picture book. 6-8)Pub Date: Nov. 4, 2025
Duration: 1 hr
DD ISBN: 9798225060497
Publisher: Scholastic Audiobooks
Review Posted Online: Jan. 22, 2026
Narrator and author Sy Montgomery chronicles the life of Fire Chief, a 42-pound snapping turtle who is struck by a car while moving from his habitat at the fire station to his other habitat, where he was expected to spend the new season. Montgomery's passion for Fire Chief, and all turtles, is clear in her narration as she describes the organizations that can help them. The downloadable pdf that accompanies the audiobook will be appreciated by young conservationists who wish to learn more about turtle rehabilitation. Listeners and turtle activists alike will root for Fire Chief as he works to heal and regain his strength on his long journey to recovery.
(Informational picture book. 4-8)Pub Date: Sept. 9, 2025
Duration: 15 mins
DD ISBN: 9780063459601
Publisher: Harper Audio
Review Posted Online: Jan. 22, 2026
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