"When a young river otter sneaks into a zoo, she wonders if she should be more like some of the other animals she meets. She wants a trunk like the elephant or to be loud like the gorilla... By imitating and comparing herself to these other animals she learns to appreciate herself. Educational components are woven throughout this fun, read-aloud story and sidebar information complements and extends the learning, making it a perfect book for a wide variety of ages"--

A tale of rescue, survival, and the unlikely friendship that develops between two young river otters, Flash and Fancy... The story is told in the gorgeous setting on Sandy Island along the Waccamaw River of coastal South Carolina. Not only is this an adventure story that includes an exciting rescue, but it also brings awareness to the importance of protecting the otters and the stunning coastal/forest wetland environment in which they dwell.

A tale of saving a river, survival, and the continuing friendship between two river otters,

A tale of saving a river, survival, and the continuing friendship between two river otters, Flash and Fancy... In part two, the adventures of Flash and Fancy continue to unfold on Sandy Island, South Carolina and then progress into the Waccamaw River. The otters discover something ominous that threatens the animals and plant life that depend on the river for survival. Flash and Fancy are surprised and thrilled by a positive event that saves the river and them all.

A tale of a dolphin rescue that stresses the importance of keeping our rivers clean and free of pollution...In part three of the Flash and Fancy otter book series, another daring adventure develops on Sandy Island, South Carolina and then continues into the Waccamaw River. The otters discover a beached dolphin and then become part of a rescue that involves a family of humans who are in the midst of a river cleanup.

Pelican Pete befriends a young river otter and takes her to a rehabilitator after she is hurt escaping a wildland fire in this fun to read, rhyming story that is scientifically accurate. The story introduces the lives of river otters and emphasizes friendship and caring for others.

A story and activities book focusing on sea and river otters, both endangered species. The tone of the book is upbeat and its illustrations, activities, and stories focus on the playful mood of the otters, their intelligence, curiosity, and survival, not on habitat destruction or fur hunting. 64 line drawings.