New Children's Nonfiction Books

Learn facts about the state of South Dakota.

Introduces sharks, and includes information on their hunting, breeding, and threats to their habitat and survival.

A look at the geography, economy, people, and culture of the state of Texas.

"This book describes the different missions support helicopter pilots undertake and the dangerous circumstances they must usually fly under"--P. [4] of cover.

Includes answers to perplexing chemistry questions, and includes 12 experiments to try at home.

Learn facts about the state of West Virginia.

Ellis the Elephant explores the story of America's beginnings as he learns about each of the original 13 colonies.

From the lost manuscripts of renowned children's author Brown, this bedtime story is based on the classic New England Sampler prayer, God Bless the Moon and God Bless Me. The poetic verse of the text shows a child praying for God's blessing on children in different parts of the world and themselves as the moon shines down on them all.

Learn facts about the state of Missouri.

A collection of poems full of wisdom and wonder.

Learn facts about the state of Rhode Island.

Looks at meat farming and production, including how such animals as cows, pigs, and chickens are farmed.

Learn facts about the state of Oregon.

Learn facts about the state of New Jersey.

Discusses the historical background and significance of the Articles of Confederation, the people responsible for drafting it, and how the National Archives protects the original document.

Looks at what it is like to be a fashion stylist, including style-speak, profiles of top stylists, and industry statistics.

Profiles leaders and generals from both the British Army and the patriots, including George Washington, King George III, and Samuel Adams.

An introduction to GPS describes what it is, how it works, its many applications, and concerns about privacy that its use raises.

Presents information about electricity, how it is flows through different materials, and how those different materials are used to conduct or insulate electric current.

"Describes safe cell phone usage and ways to avoid dangerous situations, such as identity theft, cyberbullying, or predators"--Provided by publisher.

Describes the history and styles of ballet, including steps, top dancers, and the clothes they wear.

Looks at how some media projects unrealistic standards of beauty and the effects of these depictions on young audiences, while also examining how advertising campaigns and programs have aimed to help children accept themselves.

Introduces jaguars, describing their physical characteristics, habitat, life cycle, and predatory behavior.

Explains how the human stomach and digestive system work, including information on the senses of taste and smell, the pharynx, and the intestines.

Explains how the human brain works, including the brain stem, midbrain, and the medulla.

"Describes the history, care, and training of hounds used for hunting"--Provided by publisher.

Introduces the giant river otter, describing its physical characteristics, habitat, life cycle, and ways in which young otters learn how to survive from older family members.

Presents information about search and rescue workers and volunteers, including different places where they may perform rescues, the equipment required, and how they use rescue dogs.

Presents information on different kinds of gases and their practical, everyday uses.

Explores the weaponry and tactical maneuvers used during the Persian Gulf War.

Presents kid-friendly recipes for such gluten-free dishes as heavenly pineapple muffins and frosted fancy cupcakes, and covers basic techniques, tools, and ingredients.

Explores the science of sound and the disgusting aspects of it, including ear anatomy, revolting sounds, and animal noises.

Introduces the English mastiff and related breeds of dog, describing its physical characteristics, its long history as a guard and working dog, mastiffs as pets, and its life cycle.

Looks at the notable skippers, boats, and moments in the history of the America's Cup, and describes the rules, strategies, and dangers of sailing.

An introduction to birthday traditions around the world describes how birthdays are celebrated in different countries.

Includes more than sixty maps, graphs, and diagrams depicting the economic, social, political, demographic, and ecological factors that have molded American history.

Aged thirteen in 1951, Tania feels like an outsider at her cousins' hotel but guest Jackie Robinson invites her to play ping pong with him, which is the start of a friendship that lasts until the baseball legend's death in 1972.

Readers learn about kayaking and rafting.

Learn facts about the state of Indiana.

Learn facts about the state of Georgia.

Learn facts about the state of North Dakota.

Provides an introduction to Ohio, covering its history, cities, significant individuals, and more.

Learn facts about the state of Arizona.

Learn facts about the state of Alabama.

Learn facts about the state of Delaware.

Uses word problem examples in the kitchen to introduce the concept of fractions.

Describes the different types of pods in which animals and dolphins live, discussing how they travel, work together to catch food, breed, train their young, and communicate.

Explains the different weather changes in the fall, including colder temperatures, stronger winds, and shorter days.

"Describes the care, training, and rearing of the Yorkshire terrier. Also explains the Yorkshire terrier's unique characteristics and history"--Provided by publisher.

Describes lion prides, discussing their rank systems and how they find food, train their young, communicate, and keep their territory safe.

Search for hidden characters from the Disney-Pixar movie Brave.

Explains the basics of how to make an animated film, discussing how to choose a style, providing modeling advice, proposing plot lines, and suggesting equipment.

"Discusses the states of water, the natural water cycle, and how water is purified and piped into homes"--Provided by publisher.

Presents the life and accomplishments of the famous artist, scientist, engineer, and inventor.

Presents information about Kung fu, including its history, equipment, safety, and technique.

"These heartwarming stories of animal babies, rescued and nursed back to health by humans, will pull at the heart strings and make kids realize there's a survivor inside all of us. This reader is illustrated with adorable photographs that document these animals' recoveries. The carefully written text guarantees a successful and rewarding reading experience for level 1 readers"--

"Read about Mary McLeod Bethune's life. Discover how she started a school, and worked in the White House"--Provided by publisher.

Presents information about Jujitsu, including its history, equipment, safety, and technique.

Describes the life and accomplishments of the baseball player, from his childhood and early career in the Negro leagues to his landmark position on the Brooklyn Dodgers, breaking the baseball color barrier.

Looks at the famous drivers, champions, and moments in the history of the Indianapolis 500.

Provides information about humpback whales, including habitat, life cycle, eating habits, and intelligence.

"A survey of the painting genre that focuses on intimate likenesses of human figures, examining the genre's origins and introducing its notable artists, works, and styles throughout history"--Provided by publisher.

Infographics illustrate facts about the Earth, providing information about such topics as the rock and water cycles, the world's tallest mountains, and tectonic plates.

Traces the life and achievements of the Baptist pastor who became a driving force behind the African American civil rights movement.

Acclaimed naturalist Jim Arnosky will bring out your inner explorer as he explains why a puffer swells up like a bballoon, how sharks locate prey in the darkness, and why some fish like to swim in the shadow of a manatee.

Red Hen finds a recipe for a Simply Splendid Cake and asks her friends the cat, the rat, and the frog to help with the preparations. But it seems as though her friends want no part in the cake until it's ready to eat. Will they decide to pitch in, or let Red Hen do all of the hard work?

"An examination of the science behind the abstract and physical concepts of space and time, including relevant theories and history-making discoveries as well as topics of current and future research"--Provided by publisher.

"An elementary introduction to the life, work, and popularity of Lady Gaga, an American pop singer known for her eccentric and often controversial style and such songs as "Just Dance"--Provided by publisher.

"An elementary introduction to the life, work, and popularity of Katy Perry, an American pop singer known for her colorful stage performances and such hit songs as "Hot N Cold""--Provided by publisher.

Presents a guide to Greek mythology, providing profiles of gods and goddesses along with information on monsters, heroes, and the underworld.

Join Shrek, Fiona, Donkey, and the rest of the fairy-tale gang on an all new adventure based on the new movie! Eight extra-busy scenes follow Shrek as he battles for his "happily ever after." Think you're finished looking and finding? Turn to the back of the book for even more Look and Find challenges.

"Educational topic presented with simple and fun explanations: This book is a great way to increase any child's understanding of space. The concepts addressed are presented with simple, fun explanations. Some of the topics addressed include: - The Earth, The Moon and In Between -Covers the Earth's birth, to its atmosphere, why gravity matters, and the moon - Earth's Neighborhood - Lean all about our Solar System and the Planets - Seething Stars, Giant Galaxies - all about stars, The Milky Way an

Examines physical bullying from the perspective of victims, bullies, and bystanders, and offers strategies aimed at preventing it.

Examines several of the ways in which wishes are made in various parts of the world, including blowing dandelion fluff, tossing coins in water, and tying pieces of cloth to trees.

"Featuring a collection of 28 imaginative projects specifically designed for girls 8 & up, your aspiring seamstress will quickly learn a variety of sewing skills and exude a fantastic do-it-yourself confidence. Each project showcases a fresh, modern style and is fully explained with step-by-step instructions, engaging photographs, and helpful tips."--Amazon.com.

"Provides comprehensive information on the geography, history, wildlife, governmental structure, economy, cultural diversity, peoples, religion, and landmarks of Mississippi"--Provided by publisher.

Examines the causes of the American Revolution and the early rebellions, including the French and Indian War, unfair taxation, and the Boston Tea Party.

From its origins in Japanese comics, manga has become one of the most popular and dynamic drawing styles in the world, used in animation, gaming, advertising, and design. This useful guide provides step-by-step instruction to help aspiring artists draw manga like the experts. Readers learn to draw characters that fit the manga "look" and exude personality, glamour, and polish. They learn to sketch well-proportioned figures and create faces with character and expression. Readers also learn to dra

Introduces the history, religions, holidays and festivals, arts, sports, languages, and literature of Puerto Rico.

An introduction to the life of the civil rights heroine and suffrage activist describes how she repeatedly risked her life to save dozens of slaves and became an equal rights icon in post-Civil War.

"Discusses simple physics, including levers, and forces, including gravity and centrifugal force, that are present when playing on a playground. Includes science experiments that demonstrate forces"--

Examines the hardships of working on a commercial fishing boat and looks at the incredible danger of the profession, the great salary, and the safety measures utilized.

Discusses everyday life in the American colonies, including why people came to the colonies, the kinds of food they ate, and what colonial governments were like.

Describes what life was like for colonists during the American Revolution, discussing the differences between patriots and Loyalists, how soldiers were managed, and the role of women during the conflict.

Describes what life was like for pioneers on the American frontier in the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, discussing what they ate, what type of work they did, where they lived, and challenges they faced.

"Briefly discusses the history of the printed word and details how books are published today, from the author's idea to editing and design, 4-color printing, and distribution"--Provided by publisher.

"Uses photos to help describe the changes that happen to the weather, plants, and animals in winter. Mentions the holidays and events that usually occur in winter months"--Provided by publisher.

Profiles leaders and generals from both the British Army and the patriots, including George Washington, King George III, and Samuel Adams.

"With colorful photographs and interactive examples, Bruce Goldstone introduces children to the ideas of something being possible, probable, or impossible. Each spread features an easy-to-understand, fun scenario such as dice rolling and bowling, with questions about probable outcomes and simple explanations. In the vein of GREAT ESTIMATIONS, this is a perfect book for getting across important math concepts in a fun way"--

"Describes the role pilots played during World War II. Readers' choices reveal various historical details"--Provided by publisher.

Describes life for American pioneer families as they followed the trails out West.

An introduction to the example and achievements of the influential civil rights leader poses and answers key questions about his life and time, offering insight into such topics as segregation, the 1963 Civil Rights March, and the history and purpose of his famous speeches.

Discusses the life of sailors on an aircraft carrier, including specific details on pilots, fuel technicians, and munitions experts.

What if an animal's teeth grew into the space where you lost your two front teeth?

Discover how your lungs work.

Readers will find out what life on Mars would be like, see vivid photographs, and learn the details of upcoming NASA missions.

Examines the hardships of working on an oil rig and looks at the history of drilling, the engineering challenges encountered, and the danger involved.

Looks at what life is like aboard the International Space Station, including a history of space stations, the challenges of adjusting to life in space, and the safety measures utilized.

Offers questions and answers about topics including why cats' eyes shine in the dark, why the sky is blue, why peaches are fuzzy, how bees make honey, why soap is slippery, and why some people bring their own bags to the supermarket.

"A simple biography about Martin Luther King, Jr. for early readers"--Provided by publisher.

In this version of "The Little Red Hen," set at a farm, the other animals eat and play while the little gray bunny does all the chores in the barn, until one day he teaches them a lesson about laziness.

Personifies all the major elements of grammar with superhero or supervillain identities, explaining the "powers" of each part of speech while revealing important rules using colorful, memory-bolstering characterizations and comic book-style illustrations.

"A basic introduction to beetles, examining where they live, how they grow, what they eat, and the unique traits that help to define them, such as their ability to make sounds or glow"--Provided by publisher.

Describes wild dogs, including African wild dogs, coyotes, dingoes, and dholes, and the packs in which they live, discussing their rank systems and how they find food, train their young, communicate, and keep their territory safe.

Presents kid-friendly recipes for such raw food dishes as hummus dip and fridge cookies, and covers basic baking techniques, tools, and ingredients.

Presents the life and accomplishments of the Impressionist painter, discussing his childhood, the themes in his art, and his famous works.

This fun new series offers a fascinating way to introduce youngsters to the characters in Greek mythology. Each book contains an introduction that explains the origins of mythology, an A-Z Hall of Fame featuring the key characters in each book, full profiles of each character with their amazing myths, and much more.

Easy recipes for fall using seasonal ingredients. Each recipe includes a nutrition tip and a fact box, as well as a list of tools and ingredients and easy, step-by-step instructions.

"Full-color photographs and simple text introduce capuchin monkeys"--

Discusses the world of BMX riding.

An introduction to the ecology and wildlife of coral reefs and islands.

Looks at the ways that electricity can be generated, going into the economic and environmental benefits and drawbacks for each of these methods.

Letters, diaries, memoirs, interviews, ballads, newspaper articles, and speeches depict life and events in the American colonies in the second half of the eighteenth century, with an emphasis on the years of the Revolutionary War.

"Describes the history, care, and training of hounds used for hunting"--Provided by publisher.

Presents information about electric batteries, how they work, how the current they produce is used to power devices, and their history.

Provides a guide to gardening, covering such subjects as preparing soil, fertilizing, and removing pests.

Explains how to keep plants healthy and prevent disease, including using compost, covering the soil with mulch, and cleaning garden tools.

Provides information about composting, covering such topics as what can and cannot be composted, building a pile, and keeping the animals within alive.

Presents information about gibbons, including where they live, what they are like, how they behave, what they eat, how they raise young, and the things that threaten their survival.

Explains what to do when experiencing feelings of anger.

"An elementary introduction to the life, work, and popularity of Albert Pujols, a professional baseball star who played first base and helped the St. Louis Cardinals win two World Series"--Provided by publisher.

Gives a brief overview of the development of the game of ice hockey and recounts the record-setting feats of skaters, goalies, and teams up through the 2011-2012 NHL season.

Explains bar graphs, their applications, how to read them, and includes instructional activities.

A collection of timeless games that guarantees kids a good time- by themselves, with a group of friends, or with family. Includes ball games such as Horse and Old Old Cat, card games (Crazy Eights and Rummy), sack races, and old favorites such as Duck, Duck, Goose and Red Rover. There is also a chapter for car games. Simple instructions explain the rules, how many people can play, the object of the game, and what you need. There are also fun facts about the history of the games sprinkled through

"Describes safe online gaming and ways to avoid dangerous situations, such as identity theft, cyberbullying, or predators"--Provided by publisher.

"Simple text and photographs describe fire fighters and their role in our communities"--Provided by publisher.

Discusses the life of the Olympian, including her family, how she started in gymnastics, and her Olympic success.

Introduces African mythology and its origins through facts and dramatic retellings, looking at the structure of the mythological and spiritual worlds and the gods, goddesses, and heroes featured in legend.

Chronicles the search for habitable extrasolar planets, from the earliest discoveries to the Kepler space telescope.

Learn about all the disgusting and dreadful aspects of gravity -- from blackouts caused by g-forces to toilet-troubles in space. Get your hands dirty too with some easy (and painless!) experiments.

Presents the history of the French and Indian War, including the conflicts between Britain, France, and Native Americans that led to the war, the events of the war, the conquest of Quebec, and the results and their effects on the colonies.

Offers instructions for creating easy fabric craft projects using felt, buttons, old fabric, glue, and scissors.

Discusses the history of book banning and looks at the different reasons why books are challenged.

"Full-color photographs and simple text introduce baboons"--

"A basic exploration of the appearance, behavior, and habitat of bison, shaggy beasts of the plains and woods. Also included is a story from folklore explaining why bison have humps"--Provided by publisher.

Profiles ten plants that influenced human history, including cotton, sugar, rubber, and potatoes.

"Discusses the selection, housing, diet, handling, grooming, and health of a new dog"--Provided by publisher.

Look inside a cave and discover a world of inhabitants! A close look at this microhabitat reveals an unbelievable variety of organisms. Vibrant photographs and detailed illustrations combine to make these books informative and engaging. A visual table of contents helps readers navigate the text, and informative labels make the photographs valuable sources of information. -- Amazon.com

"Describes safe cell phone usage and ways to avoid dangerous situations, such as identity theft, cyberbullying, or predators"--Provided by publisher.

Presents the life of Eleanor Roosevelt, from her childhood, education, and marriage to her time as first lady and her work championing women's rights and other causes.

Introduces the giant weta, a type of grasshopper that lives on lislands near New Zealand, describing its physical characteristics, habitat, life cycle, and the way in which it defends itself against predators.

"Lively text and fun illustrations describe how to draw cool fashions"--Provided by publisher.

Shares the life story of Florence Nightingale and explains how she improved nursing around the world.

Presents information about Aikido, including its history, equipment, safety, and technique.

Learn how giant river otter babies find food, how they defend their home turf, and how they grow so quickly that, at ten months old, they are already as big as their parents!

Presents the history of the Boston Massacre, including the British efforts to tax the colonies that caused the uneasy situation in Boston, the events that led to the shooting, the reactions of the British and the colonists, and the trial.

Provides information about crocodiles, including anatomy, feeding habits, and behavior.

Presents the history of the Boston Tea Party, looking at the factors that caused the revolt, how tea became a symbol of British injustice, and the effects of the rebellion.

Describes the different types of mammals, amphibians, and insects that make their home in a burrow.

"Lively text and fun illustrations describe how to draw cool fashions"--Provided by publisher.