New Children's Nonfiction

"Discover 100 creative ways to express gratitude for all that's good in your life with this powerful little book, packed with positive thoughts, practical ideas, and take-action prompts. Rejoice in snow days! Make time for belly laughs! Pause to marvel at the wonders of nature! In today's hectic, fast-paced, overscheduled world, so many of us -- including kids! -- try to do it all. This book offers up unique ways to slow down, be mindful, and appreciate life's little gifts. The pages are filled with inspiration and motivation on how to be appreciative and pass along kindness. Interviews with National Geographic explorers offer examples of ways to give back. Uplifting quotes and ideas are sure to motivate readers to do more and be more mindful every day, so we all come away with a renewed sense that life is pretty great!"-- Provided by publisher.

Offers information on one hundred influential and extraordinary women from thoughout history who made their mark in the arts, science, social activism, politics, business, sports, and other arenas.

Delves inside the human body to provide basic information about various types of allergies and their symptoms, causes, and treatments.-- Source other than the Library of Congress.

"Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through grade three, this book introduces anteaters to young readers through leveled text and related photos"--Provided by publisher.

Take a look into the fascinating world of astronomy, why it is an intriguing STEM career, and the amazing work scientists in this field have accomplished throughout the years.

A collection of animal-themed nursery rhymes in Spanish, from Spain and Latin America, with English translations.

"A baby elephant is born in the African savannah. She joins a group of elephants, called a herd. Follow along as the calf experiences eating, playing, and using her trunk during her first years of life. Baby Elephant Joins the Herd is filled with facts that will engage young readers in a fun way. Follow along as one baby elephant explores the world around her"--Jacket.

Describes some of the most interesting jobs that take place in the background in the movie industry, and what it takes to make it in the business.

Describes some of the most interesting jobs that take place in the background in the sports industry, and what it takes to make it big in the business.

Explores the different types of communities people create to meet their need for companionship. Includes glossary.

"All is quiet on the water. Then, in a flash, there's a sudden lunge and a tremendous splash. And then? Oh dear. There's a lot of twirling and thrashing: a hungry crocodile has found something to eat. But crocodiles also love to nap on warm sandbanks and cool off in calm waters. And they're very gentle with their babies. There's a lot to learn about crocodiles in this captivating look at one of the world's deadliest and toothiest animals. Beware!"--Dust jacket front flap.

Kids can discover the darkest corners of the solar system and then go beyond them with a trip through the Biggest, Baddest Book of Space. Readers will learn the secrets of the biggest planets, get to know flying space rocks, get lost in giant black holes, go on an outer space exploration and more.

Looks at the life of the coral restoration pioneer Ken Nedimyer, from his early fascination with the ocean to his ongoing efforts to save and rebuild the world's coral reefs.

Describes how children can help their communities in different ways, from tending a community garden and training service dogs to volunteering to help people with disabilities and mentoring younger students.

Biography of NASA mathematician Katherine Johnson.

"Have you ever wanted to live like someone else for a day, or maybe visit Antarctica, or jump inside your favorite video game? With virtual reality, you can do all of these things! This technology can make you feel as though you are having an amazing adventure -- even if you are just sitting in your living room. Learn all about the ins and outs of virtual reality." -- Back cover.

Introduces dolphin species from all over the world, describing their habitats, physiology, communication, intelligence, parenting, and diet, and discusses how dolphins can be protected from hunting, pollution, and other threats.

"Tus dragones favoritos amantes de los tacos, han regresado ... a tiempo."-- Back cover.;When dragons run out of tacos, they travel back in time to get a fresh supply.

Presents a history of American space exploration and discusses the search for another Earth.

"The true story of Mary Fields, aka "Stagecoach Mary," a trailblazing African American woman who helped settle the American West."--Provided by the Publisher.

An introduction to an assortment of the world's frog species discusses their colors, shapes, and sizes many different habitats their lifecycle and how they find food, escape danger, and attract a mate.

Offers an introduction to galaxies that looks at what they are, the forms they take, how they are born, how they have been studied, our Milky Way galaxy, and the clusters that they form.

In a fairy tale twist, Hansel and Gretel ransack Willow the good witch's gingerbread cottage and play havoc with her spells, driving the poor witch to her wit's end.

Liftable flaps reveal more than one hundred eighty animals from a variety of habitats in different parts of the world.

Rome is one of the most famous cities in the world. Its history is long and tumultuous, but at one point Rome was one of the worlds greatest superpowers. What happened to make this strong and powerful city fall? Historians and archaeologists have been trying to answer this question for many years. This title gives insight into how Rome was built and how the Romans lived during the city-states prime. Informative sidebars and fact boxes supplement full-color photographs and provide readers with the tools to act as a historian and figure out why the Eternal City rose and fell. -- Amazon.com.

Introduces young readers to the life cycle of a butterfly, as well as such other butterfly facts as how they feed, how they spread pollen, and how they are similar and different to moths.

Farmer Tantoh Nforba is proud to call himself a farmer. He is an environmental leader, bringing clean water and bountiful organic gardens to Cameroon. He is also the founder of the international charity Save Your Future Association.

"This title explores many aspects of fall pumpkins, describing colors, shapes, and size. Readers will learn to observe the world around them as they see signs of fall, as well as various colors and shapes, occurring in nature"-- Provided by publisher.

Follow a young girl as she explores questions about the wondrous search for another Goldilocks planet.

Get creative with fifteen all-new DIY slime recipes from YouTube sensation Karina Garcia! Learn how to make Color-Changing Slime, Super-Gloss Slime, scented Chocolate Taffy Slime, and more by following the simple step-by-step instructions. This book also reveals her personal tips on removing slime from clothing, keeping slime fresh, and fixing slime gone wrong. Master the art of slime with more glitter, more shine, and more amazing recipes from Karina Garcia.

"Brief, illustrated bios of women creators around the world"-- Provided by publisher.

From moon phases to sending astronauts to the moon, learn all about the moon.-- Source other than Library of Congress.

Introduces Muhammad Ali, detailing how young Cassius Clay learned how to box and became a legendary athlete, civil rights activist, and global icon.

An introduction to dinosaurs provides information about more than eighty prehistoric creatures and describes how paleontologists study fossils and other clues to the prehistoric world.

In this engaging biography, readers will learn about the inventor of My Little Pony, Bonnie Zacherle. Follow the story of Zacherle from her early days as a greeting card illustrator to her development of My Pretty Pony and My Little Pony. Sidebars, historic photos, and a glossary enhance readers' understanding of this topic. Additional features include a table of contents, an index, a timeline and fun facts.

Enjoy reading this biography about Neil Armstrong.

"Learn about the inventor of Nerf, Reyn Guyer. Follow the story of Guyer from his early collaboration inventing the game Twister, to the Nerf indoor ball, Nerf Football, and Nerf Blaster" -- Provided by publisher.

In this incredible narrative, Erica Armstrong Dunbar reveals a fascinating and heartbreaking behind-the-scenes look at the Washingtons’ when they were the First Family—and an in-depth look at their slave, Ona Judge, who dared to escape from one of the nation’s Founding Fathers. Born into a life of slavery, Ona Judge eventually grew up to be George and Martha Washington’s “favored” dower slave. When she was told that she was going to be given as a wedding gift to Martha Washington’s granddaughter, Ona made the bold and brave decision to flee to the north, where she would be a fugitive. From her childhood, to her time with the Washingtons and living in the slave quarters, to her escape to New Hampshire, Erica Armstrong Dunbar (along with Kathleen Van Cleve), shares an intimate glimpse into the life of a little-known, but powerful figure in history, and her brave journey as she fled the most powerful couple in the country.

In this engaging biography, readers will learn about Nintendo innovator Hiroshi Yamauchi. Follow the story of Yamauchi as he takes over his family's playing card manufacturing company and transforms it into the video game powerhouse responsible for Donkey Kong, Super Mario Brothers, the Game Boy, and the WII. Sidebars, historic photos, and a glossary enhance readers' understanding of this topic. Additional features include a table of contents, an index, a timeline and fun facts.

Explains what causes the northern lights. Beautiful photos, fact-filled text, and helpful infographics help readers learn all about the science behind this phenomenon as well as ways that people study or protect it

The rainforests and tropics are all full of beautiful birds - and this fantastic information packed book reveals all aspects of their lives. With focus features, did you know facts and more than 180 photographs and illustrations, this book will appeal to all young natural history enthusiasts.

"Presents a unique "toilet basics" guide for toddlers and covers everything from lifting the seat and closing the door to planning ahead when you are on a trip"--From publisher.

A little boy receives his own potty, and in spite of accidents, he makes his mom and dad proud when he no longer has to wear diapers.

"An exploration of the relationship between the human body and all the energy that it takes to make it go"-- Provided by publisher.

"The prisoner of an evil witch, Rapunzel lives all alone in a tall, dark tower. If she ever escapes, the witch will put a terrible curse on her. But is Rapunzel frightened? Oh no, not she!"

"The wonder of light has fascinated readers for ages. Walter Wick's mesmerizing photographs paired with simple yet fascinating text and scientific observations help readers understand the secrets and complexity of light. You will learn what light is made of and how it fits alongside everything else in the world. Walter introduces readers into the mystery behind incandescence, light waves, the color spectrum and iridescence as well how we perceive light in our world and beyond. Walter Wick demonstrates that science and art both offer ways to observe the world around us."-- Provided by publisher.

A funny and fact-filled look at decomposition in all of its slimy glory, illustrated with dazzling full-color art by Gilbert Ford. Vultures, fungi, dung beetles, and more aid in this fascinating and sometimes smelly aspect of the life cycle that’s right under our noses. What's that terrible smell? It’s the revolting scent of rot. But being rotten isn't necessarily bad. If nothing ever rotted, nothing new could live. Decomposition may seem like the last stop on the food chain, but it’s just the beginning. When dead plants and animals decay, they give life to a host of other creatures, and each one helps ecosystems thrive. Decomposition happens in the forest, the ocean -- even in your stomach and between your teeth! From vultures and sharks to bacteria, maggots, mushrooms, and more, discover the dirty rotten truth about one of nature’s most fascinating processes.

Retells the segment from Spenser's The Faerie Queene, in which George, the Red Cross Knight, slays the dreadful dragon that has been terrorizing the countryside for years and brings peace and joy to the land.

"Saving Endangered Species offers a cutting-edge, comprehensive look at one of science's biggest challenges. Includes a look at the history of the topic, recent breakthroughs, key facts to consider, and questions that remain unanswered."-- Provided by publisher.

In this engaging biography, readers will learn about the slime queen, Karina Garcia. Follow the story of Garcia as she creates a successful business teaching people how to make different types of slime and other crafts with her successful YouTube channel and her company Craft City. Sidebars, historic photos, and a glossary enhance readers' understanding of this topic. Additional features include a table of contents, an index, a timeline and fun facts.

A picture geometry book that introduces children to quadrilaterals, including parallelograms and trapezoids, using hands-on activities and simple explanations. -- Provided by publisher.

Introduces the stars, describing how they are born, their different types, and how they change during their life span.

"Nineteen poems in a variety of verse forms with accompanying science notes introduce readers to a wide variety of unusual birds."-- Provided by publisher.

Young Rhoda enjoys visiting the American Museum of Natural History, Central Park Zoo, and other places with her beloved grandfather, the famous wildlife artist, Charles R. Knight.

"Through a combination of photographs and illustrations, this picture book will tell the story of the discovery of this new dinosaur, while weaving in exciting facts about what life was like for this brand new species that doesn't even have an official name yet! Chock-full of back matter like a glossary, a dinosaur time period chart, and a gatefold and/or inside jacket poster of the Titanosaur cast, kids of all ages will devour this book. Additionally, it will be vetted and approved by the specialists at the museum as the ultimate, official Titanosaur book."-- Provided by publisher.

"Relevant images match informative text in this introduction to toucans. Intended for students in kindergarten through third grade"-- Provided by publisher.

"A teacher's guide to recognizing and responding to trauma-exposed students. Chronic stress and trauma can have devastating effects on children's development, making it very difficult for them to function well at school. In this new book the author of Mindfulness for Teachers shares classroom-tested, compassionate teaching practices that support students' healing, build their resilience, and create safe places for them to learn" -- Provided by author.

It is December 8, 1941, the day after the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, and President Franklin Delano Roosevelt leads a nation in crisis. He must make a speech to a joint session of Congress that will build support for America’s entry to World War II, but to do that he needs an armored vehicle in which to make the short trip from the White House to the Capitol Building. According to legend, the car Roosevelt rode in that day, borrowed from the FBI’s impound lot, was an armored Cadillac V-8 built for gangster Al Capone in the late 1920s to shield himself from enemies. Is the legend true, or is it an American tall tale in the tradition of Paul Bunyan or John Henry? Either way, it’s an ideal vehicle to compare and contrast the lives of two American men who grew up within miles of one another: one a great president, the other an infamous villain.

When chester the racoon is relucatnt to go to kindergarten for the first time, his mother teaches him a secret way to carry her love with him.;Chester Mapache y su madre -y las diferentes formas en que el amor nos hace sentir seguros y nos da la fortaleza necesaria en un mundo que a veces nos atemoriza.

Even Christmas can be weird -- it's true! Get ready to celebrate the holiday season with wacky facts, stats, tidbits, and traditions about the most wonderful time of the year. Did you know that Santa's reindeer are probably all female? Or that artificial snow can be made from seaweed? Or that "Jingle Bells" was the first Christmas carol sung in space? Every kid will ho ho ho when they unwrap this fun and festive little gift book, perfect for stocking stuffers or under the tree.

"A picture book of lawyer, politician, and civil rights leader Barbara Jordan."-- Provided by publisher.

Photographs and simple text celebrate friendship, diversity, and acceptance.

Shares the answers to over one thousand questions on such topics as animals, natural resources, technology, and history.

"Many architects today are looking to plants and animals to help solve their design challenges. Inspired by how nature already works, these architects are coming up with innovative ways to cool buildings, withstand earthquakes and save energy. In Wild Buildings and Bridges, bestselling author Etta Kaner explores these wild and wonderful feats of architecture. Kids will discover buildings and bridges inspired by cactuses, beetles, termite towers, trees, grass - and more! In some cases, nature has thought of it first, like a flood-proof house that floats like a water lily leaf. Nature's beauty has also inspired buildings that look like a lotus flower, a bird's nest and even an armadillo. Filled with kid-friendly examples, interactive activities and eye-catching illustrations, this book will fascinate budding architects and makers who love to build and know how things work."-- Provided by publisher.

"A picturebook biography of Wilma Mankiller, the first female chief of the Cherokee Nation."--Provided by publisher.

Amazing skin is a nonfiction picture book of poems about skin. It takes a witty, scientific look at all types of questions kids have--why do I blush? Why do I have freckles? Why do I sweat? etc.--and answers them in a fun, unique, and informational way.