Resources
Books transport us to places we never thought we could go. Walk alongside 06 in Yellowstone or Takaya in British Columbia. Live with the Sawtooth Pack in Idaho. Imagine living in prehistoric times and working with wolves to hunt and capture food. It’s all right here. Enjoy our curated list of books and bring the world of wolves to life!
926 Raindrops: Gift of the Wild
Gloria
Straube
The memorable story of how Straube's vision of a pack of wolves and an encounter with Wolf 926F was life-changing. She intertwines the themes of rain, nature and finding solace. 2021
Alpha Female Wolf: Fierce Legacy of Yellowstone's 06
Rick
McIntyre
McIntyre celebrates the legacy of our namesake 06, the most famous wolf in the world. 06 was revered around the world for her beauty, intelligence, strength and hunting prowess. You too will be captivated by 06 after reading her story.
Alphie: a Yellowstone Wolf Pup
Brian
Connolly
Lamar Valley wolf pup loses his way and is rescued by an old wolf. Introduces younger readers to the magic of Yellowstone. 2013 (ages 9-12)
American Wolf
Nate
Blakeslee
The compelling story of our namesake 06, the charismatic alpha female beloved by wolf watchers from around the world. Blakeslee also tells the larger story of the cultural clash within this country. 2017
Among Wolves: Gordon Haber's Insights Into Alaska's Most Misunderstood Animal
Gordon
Haber
Biologist Haber spent his life dedicated to wolves. His groundbreaking research was conducted over 40 years in Denali. He wrote about the wolves as individuals and observed the social disruption when a pack member was killed. Author Holleman published Haber's notes. 2013
Beyond Wolves: the Politics of Wolf Recovery and Management
Martin
Nie
Discusses the issues of wolf recovery from a policy-making perspective. The author examines such issues as the role of science in public policy, the struggle between wilderness, resources, and private property, and stakeholders in environmental conflicts.
Black Wolf of the Glacier: Alaska's Romeo
Deb
Vanasse
The story of Alaska's legendary wolf, Romeo is told through the eyes of a young girl and her dog. Beautifully illustrated. (ages 3-8) 2013
Bringing Back the Wolves
Jude
Isabella
With beautiful illustrations, explains how wolves restored the Yellowstone ecosystem. 2020 (ages 9-12)
Brother Wolf: A Forgotten Promise
Jim
Brandenburg
Photobook by the nature photographer, Brandenburg, accompanied by his musings on his experiences in search of wolves. Stunning, compelling and introspective, Mr. Brandenburg conveys reverence and respect for world of wolves. 1993
Charting Yellowstone Wolves: 25th Anniversary Edition
James
Halfpenny
The complete geneological record of each wolf reintroduced to Yellowstone.. The book includes each wolf's story and documents their family tree beginning in Canada. Detailed information is provided on how to access the interactive family tree stored on Ancestry.com. 2020
Company of Wolves
Peter
Steinhart
Steinhart explores the relationship between humans and wolves. He separates fact from myth and provides a balanced view even though he argues passionately for wolf preservation. 1995
Decade of the Wolf: Returning the Wild to Yellowstone
Douglas W.
Smith
The story of the thirty-one Canadian gray wolves released into Yellowstone National Park in 1995-1996. Smith, with Yellowstone Wolf Project since inception, tells the story from an insider’s view. 2005
Face to Face with Wolves
Jim
Brandenburg
Nature photographer pairs his photographs with information about wolves and animal study. 2008 (ages 6-9)
First Dog
Jan
Brett
A prehistoric boy names his new friend, a wolf cub, Dog. 1992 (ages 3-8)
First Friend: How Dogs Evolved from Wolves to be Our Best Friends
Kersten
Hamilton
Explains how dogs evolved over time with stories of children befriending wild wolves. 2021 (ages 3-8)
Fourteen Wolves
Catherine
Barr
The story of wolf reintroduction to Yellowstone and how the ecosystem was magically restored. An excellent resource for classrooms studying ecology. 2021 (ages 7-12)
Girl and the Wolf
Katherena
Vermette
A twist on the classic tale, the wolf helps a girl find her way home. 2019 (ages 3-8)
Good Morning Takaya
Cheryl
Alexander
Beautiful picture book starring Takaya the lone wolf. Join Takaya as he roams his coastal home. 2021 (ages 3-8)
Grand Lady of Yellowstone
Brad A.
Bulin
Vivid portrait of the wolves of Yellowstone. Bullin writes from personal experience as a Yellowstone Guide and Wildlife Filmmaker. 2020
Great American Wolf
Bruce
Hampton
Scholarly research and history of the American wolf. The author, a wildlife biologist, provides a detailed account of every wolf killed in colonial America to the present day. 1997
Hidden Life of Wolves
Jamie
Dutcher
Amazing photography brings the Sawtooth Pack alive and captures the complex social hierarchy of wolves. Learn about the wolves as individuals and the heartwarming story of the Dutchers living with the wolves. 2013
I Wish I was a Wolf
Jennifer
Bove
Learn to read and explore wolves with Ranger Rick, including a paws-on activity. Reader level 1. 2018 (ages 3-8)
In Wolf Country: The Power and Politics of Reintroduction
Jim
Yuskavitch
Published in the 20th year after reintroduction to Yellowstone, Yuskavitch examines the wolve that emigrated from reintroduced areas to the Pacific Northwest. Discusses the politics that surround wolf populations. 2015
In the Temple of Wolves
Rick
Lamplugh
A personal narrative of three winters living in a remote corner of Yellowstone to observe wolves. Lamplugh immersed himself into the wilderness to watch, listen and learn. 2013
Journey: Based on the True Story of OR7, the Most Famous Wolf in the West
Emma Bland
Smith
Follows the journey of OR-7, the first wild wolf to reach California in nearly 100 years. 2016 (ages 6-9)
Julie of the Wolves
Jean Craighead
George
In Alaska, Julie runs from an unwanted marriage and finds home with a pack of wolves. Sensitive topics. Newbery Medal Winner. 1972 (ages 11-13)
Killing of Wolf Number Ten: The True Story
Thomas
McNamee
Wolf 10 was shot and killed just outside the protected lands of Yellowstone National Park with a high-powered rifle. His mate, Wolf 09, dug a den next to his body and gave birth to eight pups. This is their story. 2014
Koda and the Wolves
Leslie
Patten
Koda the golden retriever moves to Wyoming with his owner and learns all about wolves. 2020 (ages 7-12)
Kootenay Wolves: Five Years Following a Wild Wolf Pack
John E.
Marriott
Chronicles Marriott's efforts to document the elusive Kootenay wolf family in Canada. Over a five-year period, the author used his skill as a observer and photographer to paint a vivid portrait of the wolves. Stunning photographs and passionate prose help the reader to understand the resilience of the Kootenay pack in the ever more dangerous world of traffic and trophy hunters. 2022
Little Wolves
Svenja
Herrmann
While mother is hunting, her four wolf cubs leave the cave and have an adventure. 2020 (ages 6-9)
Living with Wolves
Jim
Dutcher
Stunning photographs accompany the Dutchers' story of living with the Sawtooth Pack. Learn firsthand about the social, family-oriented wolves and inner workings of their pack. 2005
Living with Wolves
Jim
Dutcher
Join wildlife documentarians in their study of wolves while living with them. 2016 (ages 6-9)
Mishomis Book: The Voice of the Ojibway
Edward
Benton-Banai
Mishomis (grandfather) explains how the creator placed all living things on earth. The Ojibway and Anishnasbe people believe the wolf was placed on earth as a companion to man. Mishomi tells the story of how man was lonely and the creator sent brother wolf.
Never Cry Wolf
Farley
Mowat
First book to challenge our negative perception of wolves. In this now famous book, Mowat recounts his solo adventure in 1946 studying Artic wolves in Manitoba. 1963
Of Wolves and Men
Barry
Lopez
National Book Award Finalist Lopez draws a from history, literature, mythology and science to explain the relationship between man and wolf. He draws upon personal experience to create a compelling account of wolves as real animals and dispel those created from imagination. 1978
Old Wolf
Avi
A wolf and raven work to fight starvation, a boy learns real life choices differ from video games. Sensitive topic. 2015 (ages 11-13)
Once Around the Sun in Yellowstone
Doug
Dance
Photographic chronical of author Dance's account of his year long stay in Yellowstone. Includes a true story of a young black wolf's struggle to survive in Yellowstone's northern range. 2006
Once a Wolf: The Science Behind Our Dogs' Astonishing Genetic Evolution
Bryan
Sykes
Oxford Geneticist explores how dogs evolved from wolves and the role humans played in the process. 2019
One Wolf Howls
Susan
Detwiler
Counting and months of the year book along with realistic illustrations of wolves. Great way to introduce children to wolves in natural settings. 2009 (ages 3-8)
Pipestone Wolves
Gunther
Bloch
Respected wolf behavior expert, Bloch, and renowned wildlife photographer, Marriott, recorded remarkable insights to wolf behavior while observing the Pipestone pack of Banff National Park. Stunning photography. 2016
Redemption of Wolf 302: From Renegade to Yellowstone Alpha Male
Rick
McIntyre
A coming-of-age story about Wolf 302's transformation from a ne'er-do-well who ran from danger to a leading his own pack, the new Blacktails pack. Follow along as 302 matures and proves it is never too late to change (Alpha Wolves of Yellowstone, Book 3). 2021
Reign of Wolf 21: The Saga of Yellowstone's Legendary Druid Pack
Rick
McIntyre
McIntyre chronicles Wolf 21M revered for his bravery and commitment to his mate, Wolf 42F. Stepson of Wolf 8, he stepped in as leader of the Druid Peak Pack that dominated the park for more than ten years (The Alpha Wolves of Yellowstone, Book 2). 2020
Restoring the Balance: What Wolves Tell Us About Our Relationship with Nature
John A.
Vucetich
Distinguished biologist and professor, Vucetich has studied wolves for 25 years on Isle Royale National Park. He shares wisdom on the environment along with notes from his time in the field to comment on our responsibility to the natural world. 2021
Return of the Wolf to Yellowstone
Thomas
McNamee
A New York Times Notable Book on the wolf reintroduction to Yellowstone including the details of the wolves lives and all the politics behind it all. 1997
Return of the Wolf: Conflict and Coexistence
Paula
Wild
Examines our relationship with wolves through natural history, indigenous stories, and field interviews. 2019
Rise of Wolf 8: Witnessing the Triumph of Yellowstone's Underdog
Rick
McIntyre
The story of Wolf 8, brought to Yellowstone in 1995. An unlikely hero, Wolf 8 struggled as the runt of the litter, but grew into a great protector of his family. He became stepfather to Wolf 9's pups after her mate was killed and went on to sire pups with Wolf 9 and one of her daughters. (The Alpha Wolves of Yellowstone, Book 1). 2019
Romeo: The Story of an Alaskan Wolf
John
Hyde
An intimate portrait of Romeo, the lone black wolf, who captured the hearts of an Alaskan community. The author uses photographs from his personal encounters with Romeo to tell the story. 2012
Running with Wolves
Jim
Dutcher
Meet Kamots, Matsi and Lakota and watch them grow from cute pups to a devoted pack with the Dutchers. 2019 (ages 10-15)
Shadow Mountain: A Memoir of Wolves, a Woman and the Wild
Renee
Askins
The author fell in love with an orphan wolf pup and vowed to make a difference. Askins spent fifteen years working to restore wolves to Yellowstone. Part memoir, and part love story you will not forget. 2002
Society of Wolves: National Parks and the Battle Over the Wolf
Rick
McIntyre
The Yellowstone Wolf Project Field Biologist details the plight of wolves in America. He discusses wolf reintroduction in National Parks and includes a section on the first year of the return of wolves to Yellowstone. 1996
Spur: a Wolf's Story
Eliza
Robertson
Spur sees a helicopter and something strikes her paw. Next time, she knows to save her pack. Sensitive topic. 2019 (ages 6-9)
Takaya's Journey
Cheryl
Alexander
Elementary school readers are transportd into Takaya the lone wolf's world. 2021 (ages 6-9)
Takaya: Lone Wolf
Cheryl
Alexander
A poignant chronicle of the author’s relationship with Takaya, a solo wolf living on uninhabited islands in British Columbia. Alexander lovingly documents the eight years she spent observing and advocating for the lone wolf. 2020
Three Among the Wolves: A Couple and Their Dog Live a Year With Wolves in the Wild
Helen
Thayer
Adventurer Thayer and her husband observed wolves by living among them in Canada. They learned to copy the reactions of their part-wolf dog to gain acceptance. Entertaining and informative. 2004
Three Little Wolves and the Big Bad Pig
Eugene
Trivizas
A clever turn of the classic tale where pigs are the villains. 1993 (ages 3-8)
True Story of the 3 Little Pigs
Jon
Scieszka
Alexander T. Wolf tells his side of the tale …! 1989 (ages 3-8)
War Against the Wolf: America's Campaign to Exterminate the Wolf
Rick
McIntyre
Through documents and articles, McIntyre chronicles the persecution of the wolf beginning in early America to 1995. The comprehensive history traces human attitudes toward wolves and how wolf policy is influenced. 1995
White Wolf: Living with an Artic Legend
Jim
Brandenburg
With thoughtful prose and brilliant photography, Brandenburg tells the story of arctic wolves on Ellesmere Island, one of the planet's last great wilderness territories. Ellesmere is Canada's northernmost island near the tip of Greenland. 1988
Wisdom of Wolves: How Wolves Can Teach Us to be More Human
Elli H.
Radinger
Wolves are much like humans. They live in family units led by couples, raise their young and care for the elderly. Wolf expert and naturalist Radinger tells stories of 06, Cassanova and other famous wolves that illustrate the wisdom of wolves. 2019
Wisdom of Wolves: Lessons from the Sawtooth Pack
Jim
Dutcher
The Dutchers’ fondly recount six years living with the Sawtooth Pack and the lessons learned as they gained the trust of three generations of wolves. 2018
Wolf Almanac: A Celebration of Wolves and Their World
Robert H.
Busch
A widely respected reference work on the history and evolution of wolves. Includes biology, anatomy and physiology, behavior, sociology, and every aspect of the wolf kingdom. 2007
Wolf Called Romeo
Nick
Jans
The incredible story of a black wolf who befriended man and dog alike in Juneau, Alaska. For six years, Romeo accompanied people on hikes and played with their dogs. 2014
Wolf Called Wander
Rosanne
Parry
Chapter book following the 1,000-mile journey of OR-7, narrative mixes in facts about wolves. 2019 (ages 9-12)
Wolf Connection: What Wolves Can Teach Us About Being Human
Teo
Alfero
Discusses the historical and spiritual connection of humans and wolves and how that connection can transform our inner selves. Alfero provides a way forward that helps both us and wolves. 2019
Wolf Island: Discover Secrets of a Mythic Animal
L. David
Mech
Filled with vivid anecdotes and a spirit of adventure, Mech recounts three seasons of groundbreaking fieldwork researching wolves and moose on Isle Royale. 2020
Wolf Land
Carter
Niemeyer
Follow along with retired wildlife biologist Niermeyer as he tracks wolves and shares their lives in his second book. The author has an interesting perspective as he formerly trapped wolves for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. He now is an inspirational advocate for wolves. 2016
Wolf Nation: The Life, Death, and Return of Wild American Wolves
Brenda
Peterson
The author, a nature writer and NPR contributor combines science and storytelling to the 300-year history of wild wolves in America. One chapter is devoted to the story of 06. The book critically acclaimed internationally, was also selected as Forbes Magazine Conservation Book of the Year. 2017
Wolf Watch
Kay
Winters
Informative story follows wolf pups from birth to first outing from the den. 1997 (ages 3-8)
Wolf in the Snow
Matthew
Cordell
A girl lost in a snowstorm finds a lost wolf cub, both have a happy ending. Caldecott Medal Winner. 2017 (ages 3-8)
Wolfer: A Memoir
Carter
Niemeyer
The author, a former wolf trapper, was one of the key figures involved in the reintroduction of wolves to Yellowstone. His transformation can be summed up by one of the quotes in his book, "If wolves can't live in the wilderness, where can they live?" 2010
Wolves Return
Celia
Godkin
Biologist explains Yellowstone Wolf Project and the positive effects of the reintroduction of wolves. 2017 (ages 9-12)
Wolves are Back
Jean Craighead
George
The persecution, almost extinction, and return of wolves to Yellowstone. 2008 (ages 3-8)
Wolves at Our Door: The Extraordinary Story of the Couple Who Lived with Wolves
Jim
Dutcher
This is as much of a love story of the Dutchers as the wolves lived with. Devotion to wildlife brought Jim and Jamie together. Their love of twolves helped them to perserve against mountain lions, forest fires, sub-zero temperatures and politics. 2002
Wolves in the Land of Salmon
David
Moskowitz
A beautiful portrait of wolves in the wild. The author tells their story from close range while tracking the wolves over hundreds of miles in the rugged pacific northwest. 2013
Wolves of Yellowstone
Michael K.
Phillips
Project Leaders Phillips and Smith tell the story of Yellowstone wolf reintroduction from the inside including public relations, capture, relocation, acclimation, release and tracking. Includes moving essays along with over 70 color photos. 1996
Wolves on the Hunt: The Behavior of Wolves Hunting Wild Prey
L. David
Mech
Wolves are considered one of nature's greatest hunters. The authors combine field observations, behavioral data and research to create a portrait of wolves and their natural hunting behavior. 2015
Wolves: Western Warriors
Julie
Argyle
Photographer Argyle discusses the struggle wolves have to survive in the wild and even more so in a world where people set out to exterminate them. She explores what it means to be a wolf in Yellowstone through stunning photography and personal observations about the Wapiti Lake pack and other notable wolves. Argyle also includes information about the reintroduction of wolves to Yellowstone and the ongoing concern of wolves no longer listed as an endangered species. 2022
Women Who Run with Wolves: Myths and Stories of the Wild Woman Archetype
Clarissa Pinkola
Estes
Dr. Estes, a Jungian psychoanalyst, believes women and wolves share a physic bond and that females should get in touch with that side of their psyche to make instinctive level decisions. 1992
Yellowstone Wolf: A Guide and Sourcebook
Paul
Schullery
Anthology of documents related to the reintroduction of wolves to Yellowstone including environmental impact and wolf movement tracking reports. Forward penned by Bruce Babbitt. 1996
Yellowstone Wolves in the Wild
James
Halfpenny
Halfpenny, a scientist and educator, reviews the success of the wolf reintroduction experiment in Yellowstone. He provides details of each wolf with beautiful photographs and lineage charts. 2003
Yellowstone Wolves: Science and Discovery in the World's First National Park
Douglas W.
Smith
The New York Times calls the reintroduction of the wolf to Yellowstone “arguably the world’s greatest wildlife experiment.” Assembled by three of the biologists who studied the wolves return, the book provides a wealth of scientific research and includes essays from every wolf biologist in America today. 2020
Yellowstone Wolves: the First Year
Gary
Ferguson
The award winning nature writer beautifully tells the story of how wolves were reintroduced to Yellowstone.
