Children’s Books by Dave Marchetti

Dave Marchetti has been working with animals his entire life. He started his professional career as a pet store owner and soon moved on to the hands-on zoo Experience, where he helps foster the love of animals with children and adults alike.

Dave has incorporated the animals he uses in his Animal Experiences programs into a range of children’s books. The books are available on Amazon, Xlibris, AuthorHouse, and Barnes & Noble. Featured in The Providence Journal, Animal Experiences was voted Best Family Amusement in the 2018 and 2020 Reader's Choice Contest.

With titles that are as fun to say as they are to read like “Steve the Stickleback,” “Nestle’s Big Adventure,” and “The Frog with Slippery Fingers,” it is clear that Dave has used his wealth of knowledge and love for fish, reptiles, and amphibians to create enjoyable children books that your kids are sure to love.

Steve the Stickleback

What goes on beneath the surface of the water? Steve knows, and now children of all ages can get to know this quirky and endearing Stickleback.

Nestle’s Big Adventure

Nestle keeps sneaking out of his enclosure and keeps getting in trouble. Now, kids can follow Nestle around as he finds many adventures outside in the real world.

The Frog with Slippery Fingers

Poor Michael, as a tree frog he’s supposed to be able to hold onto anything. Sadly, his not-so-sticky feet aren’t good for much. This funny frog is sure to be a favorite of your little readers.

Watch out for Dave’s latest book about a lost baby turtle named Truman as he tries to find his way to the pond immediately after hatching. (Coming Soon!)

Dave’s goal is to provide stories that teach and entertain while encouraging young children to read.

Animal Experiences was voted Best Family Amusement in the 2018 Providence Journal Readers Choice Awards.

Read Dave’s exclusive interview by Bianca Schulze for the Children’s Book Review regarding his three books. The interview discusses his inspiration for writing the books, his writing process, and more about his experiences with animals and writing alike.