Recommended reading on nature related topics from librarians at the Toledo Lucas County Public Library.

Wait, Rest, Pause : Dormancy in Nature
By Marcie Flinchum Atkins

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“Captivating photos of animals accompany simple, engaging text to explain dormancy in nature. This highly curricular book teaches young readers about different kinds of dormancy and which animals do what. Featuring creatures like ladybugs, chickadees, squirrels, and even alligators, this book won't put curious kids to sleep!” - Amazon 

Hibernation
By Tori Kosara

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"Explains how various animals prepare for hibernation by stuffing themselves with food so that they can survive during the dormant months and how these animals prepare safe spots, like dens and burrows, so that they will be protected from predators as they sleep.” -- Bibliocommons 

A Den is a Bed For a Bear
By Rebecca Baines

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”Welcome to the snug world of bear dens. Kids will explore these intriguing places, and find out how, when, and why they are used. Then they’ll Zigzag through an adventure of discovery: if a den is a bed for a bear, what’s a bed for a tiger? Who else hibernates? Imagine a bear in your house...what would make it happy? Kids will come away knowing more than they think and wanting to know even more!” --Bibliocommons 

Harold Hates to Hibernate
By Vern Kousky

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"When the season changes and hibernation beckons Harold to sleep, three crows make every effort to prolong playtime and keep the little bear awake." -- Provided by publisher. 

Bedtime Sleep Hypnotherapy: You are a Bear Hibernating
By Meditation Masters

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“This soothing experience is designed to guide you into a deep, restful sleep, featuring a gentle female voice paired with tranquil ambient sounds of nature.
As you listen, you'll find yourself transported to a serene forest, where you embody a bear preparing for hibernation. The vivid narration, enhanced by the crisp sound of leaves crunching underfoot and the fresh scent of pine, helps you visualize your journey to a cozy den. Each breath you take is synchronized with calming nature sounds, aiding your relaxation.” -- hoopladigital 

Wintering: the power of rest and retreat in difficult times
By Katherine May

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“Sometimes you slip through the cracks: unforeseen circumstances like an abrupt illness, the death of a loved one, a break up, or a job loss can derail a life. These periods of dislocation can be lonely and unexpected. For May, her husband fell ill, her son stopped attending school, and her own medical issues led her to leave a demanding job. Wintering explores how she not only endured this painful time, but embraced the singular opportunities it offered.” -- Overdrive 

Before We Sleep
By Giorgio Volpe

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“A tender story of friendship and the joys of playtime, BEFORE WE SLEEP is a metaphor for the ritual of going to bed each night. Throughout the narrative, reluctant sleepers are reassured that their loved ones will be there when they wake. Written by Giorgio Volpe, illustrated by Paolo Proietti, translated by Angus Yuen-Killick, and published by Red Comet Press.” -- Kanopy