New arrivals added to our Children's Nonfiction Collection in the last 7 days
"CELEBRATE THE ABCs OF LGBTQIA+. An alphabet book that highlights and celebrates queer history in the United States from A to Z, presenting bold ideas for big thinkers in every letter! A is for abundant, always, ally, and alive. F is for family, friendship, fluid, and free. O is for optimists, opportunity, open, and outspoken"--
"Did you know that most plastic goes to landfills instead of recycling plants? Use these 10 simple steps and added hands-on activity to reduce your plastic use and waste. Find out what tips work for you and spread the word. Together, we can make a difference!"--
"An early elementary-level STEM introduction to the wheel loader, covering how the construction vehicle looks and works. Includes a glossary, further resources, and a labeled image guide to the loading machine's major parts"--
In this page-turning, mind-blowing survey of stupefying, gross and all-around-weird scientific facts, the hosts of the #1 kids podcast Wow in the World cover such topics as rollercoasters, mysteries, presidents, big mistakes, language, poop and more.
Discusses the history of astronomy, including the discovery of the planets, sun, stars, and distant galaxies, and details human exploration of the universe.
"This playful picture book introduces young readers to different units of measurement, then invites them to think of the many creative ways to quantify the meaningful moments in their lives. How do you measure the time it takes to read a good book? Sure,you can use units of time, like minutes or hours . . . but you can also use your very own measurements: how many times you laugh or cry, how many pages you turn, or how many times you ask to read it again. And measuring a rainfall could mean usin
"In this moving true story, Kao Kalia Yang shares her experiences as a Hmong refugee child navigating life at home and school in America while carrying the weight of her selective mutism"--
Date added:
Apr 4, 2024
"This fun, fact-filled book is brimming with exciting outdoor experiments to help budding astronomers aged 9+ explore the secrets of space. Using household items, combine astronomy with art and craft by launching your own rocket, build a moon lander to learn how astronauts touch down safely on the moon's surface, and make a pinhole camera to observe a solar eclipse. Packed with photography, easy-to-follow instructions, and attention to detail, Space Activity Lab will make young astronomers excit
Date added:
Apr 4, 2024
"This fact-filled, search-and-find adventure activity book takes kids under the sea in search of more than 250 hidden pictures of narwhals, sharks, sea turtles, sunken treasures, and more. Kids will dive into incredible ocean scenes, from tropical coral reefs to Antarctic penguin colonies to the deep, dark bottom of the sea. Each location is illustrated with lush, jam-packed art, with plenty of marine animals and fascinating objects to spot"--
"The story of the composer John Cage's famous composition of four minutes and 33 seconds of empty sheet music, and its first performance by the pianist David Tudor"--
"Who makes buses and trains and boats and planes go? It's not just the driver! This rhyming read-aloud book celebrates all of the people who work behind the scenes to keep us moving, and introduces young readers to a whole slew of fun, and essential, transportation professions"--
Date added:
Apr 4, 2024
"If you love to sew, and want to share your joy of the craft with a young person, this book is for you! Kids can sew--this book shows them how! Step-by-step guides and 30 fun projects for kids 7 and up. Make 30 fun projects using your sewing machine! Thispractical sewing guide is jam-packed with great sewing ideas, clear diagrams and simple text to follow. Choose between projects for your bedroom, your wardrobe, your rucksack and more: Bags Pincushion Keyring Cushion Earphone case Scarf T-shirt
Date added:
Apr 4, 2024
"With their stunning black-and-orange wings, monarch butterflies are one of the most recognizable insects on the planet. But despite their delicate beauty, these creatures are warriors. The moment they hatch, they're fighting for their lives. Everything is the enemy: from the very leaf they live on to the humans and animals around them to nature itself. How does such a tiny egg survive to become a butterfly? And even after emerging from the cocoon, unimaginable danger awaits: migration. Every ye
Date added:
Apr 4, 2024
"Part of an inspiring series of books that supports students in understanding government and civics in the United States, Making the Rules interweaves historical context, events, and personalities with the experiences of modern Americans to help studentsunderstand key social studies topics, including the origins of American institutions and values and their relevance to young people's lives today. The book explores government's impact on daily life, including raising money through taxation, sec
Offers information and statistics about all of the hottest games, tips and tricks for gamers, and interviews from gaming's biggest personalities, including game developers and pro gamers.
Date added:
Apr 4, 2024
"The Juneteenth Cookbook introduces the history of Juneteenth to kids through vibrant recipes, activities, and games drawn from Black American cultural traditions"--
"Learn all about the world of these massive, majestic mammals in this level 1 hippos reader"--