New Children's Nonfiction Books

Describes the life of the Spanish painter.

Presents twenty facts about centipedes' anatomy, relation to other arthropods, lifespan, and venomous nature.

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

Look inside a burrow 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.

Provides information about young carnivores, including anatomy, habitat, and relatives.

Presents kid-friendly recipes for sugar-free dishes such as paradise smoothies and fierce chocolate fudge, and covers basic baking techniques, tools, and ingredients.

Retells the Greek myth of Persephone, abducted by Hades and taken to the Underworld as his bride, and her mother, Demeter, whose grief over losing her daughter brings about the coming of the seasons.

"An introduction to life on a farm for early readers. Find out what a goat eats, where it lives, and how goats milk can be made into cheese"--Provided by publisher.

Examines the anatomy, history, and breeds of horses, and discusses the different ways horses have been used throughout history.

Jujitsu is a form of martial arts that encourages all useful skills for self-defense. Readers will be introduced to the history of Jujitsu and its main techniques.

Unleash your imagination as you journey through the wide-ranging world of LEGO building. Filled with bright visuals, step-by-step breakdowns of 25 models and nearly 200 example models from the world's best builders. Learn to build robots, trains, medieval villages, spaceships, airplanes, and much more. Whether you're brand-new to LEGO or have been building for years, this book is sure to spark your imagination and motivate you to keep creating!

"Lively text and fun illustrations describe how to draw cool fashions"--

Shares directions on how to make different items out of food, including a chocolate train, fruit people, and candy bracelets.

"A basic but fun exploration of ghosts-spirits known for their haunting behavior-including how they come to exist, their weaknesses, and memorable examples from pop culture"--Provided by publisher.

"Discusses where the ingredients for making a chocolate cake come from, including the plant or animal origins of sugar, butter, flour, eggs, and cocoa. Includes recipe for chocolate cake"--Provided by publisher.

"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"--

In this colorful book, you'll learn everything you need to start drawing standard chibis, super-chibis, and a range of two-legged and four-legged chibi animals.

"Describes dragsters and drag racing, including safety features and rules governing drag races"--Provided by publisher.

Illustrated riddles introduce strategies for solving a variety of math problems in using visual clues.

Describes the origins and purpose of knighthood, training, becoming a knight, armor, weapons, heraldry, tournaments, chivalry, the role of knights in battle, the Crusades, private life, famous knights, and knights in legend and story.

"If you think this joke is funny, wait till your open this book. Inside you'll find more than 400 goofy jokes, riddles, and cartoons guaranteed to cause a fit of the funnies!"--Back cover.

"Voici l'histoire de Sam-c'est moi, qui tente de´sespe´re´ment de faire gou^ter un plat e´trange a` un vieux grincheux te^tu"--P. [4] of cover.

"Discusses the different fibers and textiles our clothing is made from, including cotton, wool, and other natural and synthetic fabrics"--Provided by publisher.

A description of the physical characteristics, behavior, habitat, and life cycle of iguanas.

This book explains how batteries convert chemical energy into electrical energy and how they power so many things in our world. Readers also learn about different types of batteries and th e importance of recycling these energy sources.

Uses the life of George Washington as a reference to examine the history of the United States during the French and Indian War, the Revolutionary War, the time of the Continental Congress, and early years of this new nation.

Presents recipes for kabobs and skewers made especially for children.

Kung Fu is a form of martial arts that has been developed over the centuries in China. Learning the history behind this ancient martial art will help readers appreciate the practice much more. Full of facts, colorful photographs, and easy-to-follow diagrams. --Publishers website.

Explores several of the traditions surrounding Halloween and All Souls' Day around the world.

"Describes go-karts and kart racing, including safety features and rules governing kart races"--Provided by publisher.

Provides information about young primates, including anatomy, habitat, and relatives.

This book introduces badgers, describing their burrows, physical characteristics, eating habits, reproduction, and hunting ability.

Describes the locomotives, cars, tunnels, stations, and functions of such trains as freight trains, channel tunnel trains, bullet trains, mountain trains, and snow trains.

"Find out about trucks of all shapes and sizes -- from road rollers to wheel loaders"--Page [4] of cover.

Presents the life and accomplishments of the Dutch painter known for his use of color, discussing his childhood, art education, family life, and famous works.

In this book, Simonetta Carr informs readers about John Owen's life, revealing some of the things that interested him while in school, the care he showed to people when he became a pastor, and the influential books that he wrote. Children will also come to understand the difficult times in which Owen lived, and how he heandled the terrors of war and religious persecution. Full of illustrations and fascinating information, this is an ideal way for young readers to learn history. - Publisher.

"Describes Indy cars and Indy car racing, including safety features and rules governing Indy car races"--Provided by publisher.

Discusses the vehicles and devices used by fire fighters, police, Coast Guard, and others who help save lives.

Photographs, text, and brief poems introduce the excitement and events of the rodeo in Navajo culture.

Presents information about ghosts, looking at reports of ghosts through history, ghosts in literature, some of the controversial evidence for them, and some of the ways that strange phenomena can be explained without bringing up ghosts.

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.

Describes how microscopes work and how they can be used to explore the surrounding world, including such things as plants, water, food, snowflakes, wood, rocks, and insects.

Presents the history of human flight, from the science of aerodynamics to modern airplanes, helicopters, and spacecraft, and includes twenty-five projects to demonstrate aeronautic science by building gliders, parachutes, and rockets.

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.

Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, habitat, and endangered status of the giant panda.

"Features the fastest and most amazing rescue vehicles on land, in the air, and on the water. Provides stats and facts on each model of vehicle, including capacity, size, and cost"--

"Meet the boys behind the new British Invasion! This exciting new biography tells the incredible story of pop group One Direction. From their start on the UK TV show X Factor to sold-out concerts, MTV Video Music Awards, and chart-topping hits, Harry, Niall, Liam, Louis, and Zayn show no signs of slowing down. The group's first album Up All Night made history as the first debut album by a British group to enter at number one on the US Billboard 200 chart. Full-color photos and fascinating facts

A brief introduction to the physical characteristics and behavior of various marine mammals, particularly whales and dolphins.

A reference book for young readers that introduces facts about puppies and kittens including eating habits, sleeping habits, learning habits, playing habits, various breeds, and related wild animals--

"A basic but fun exploration of mummies-preserved corpses that may be revived-including how they come to exist, their weaknesses, and memorable examples from pop culture"--Provided by publisher.

Explores the world of reptiles, discussing lizards, snakes, tortoises, turtles, alligators, crocodiles, and tuataras.

Retells the life of Jesus, including his birth, teachings, the miracles he performed, his crucifixion, death, and resurrection.

"A simple introduction to the St. Louis Cardinals major league baseball team, including its start in 1882, its World Series triumphs, and its stars throughout the years"--Provided by publisher.

"Features the fastest and most powerful motorcycles on the roads. Provides stats and facts on each model of bike, including engine size, max speed, and cost"

Explains the basics of how to take photographs, discussing how to choose a moment, providing lighting advice, suggesting portrait shots, and utilizing social networking tools.

In a visual reference, readers can discover the inner workings of one of Earth's most terrifying natural phenomena as well as learn about some of the most famous volcanic eruptions in history.

"Itching to know what bugs live in your eyelashes, why you get goose bumps, or how ants can be used to heal a wound? Use this delightfully disgusting collection of kid-tastic facts to gross out your friends and relatives."--Amazon.com.

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

Takes a look at trains and train travel in the following places: India, Europe, Peru, Russia, Australia, South Africa, United States, Canada, Japan, and China.

"Describes the history, care, and training of retrievers used for hunting"--

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

Making an animation make take patience, but it's a lot of fun ... and easier than you think. Why not give it a go? This book gives you all the advice and encouragement you need to take your first steps in the world of animation.

Looks at the history of mountain climbing and discusses how and where people train for it, safety issues, equipment needed, and the challenges unique to this extreme sport.

"A basic but fun exploration of vampires-blood-sucking creatures that can live forever-including how they come to exist, their weaknesses, and memorable examples from pop culture"--Provided by publisher.

Looks at the life and career of the physician and NASA astronaut who became the first American woman in space in 1983.

Discusses the similarities and differences between frogs and toads in physical characteristics, diet, and habitat.

This book introduces young readers to the circumstances of the gold rush as well as surprising facts about the time period and the forty-niners' lives. Includes detailed photographs and illustrations of life in California gold country.

"An introduction to an animal's life on a farm for early readers. Find out what a turkey eats, where it lives, and what they are like on a farm"--

Introduces cycling, discusses the history of bicycles and racing, and describes its parts and the materials used to make them.

Presents snapping turtles, describing their physical characteristics, life cycle, and predatory behavior.

"Describes the animals of the Quaternary Period, when an ice age took hold of Earth, and new animals evolved to survive the harsh weather. This period also marks when our human ancestors started to appear. Includes an Animal Families glossary, prehistorytimeline, and pronunciation guides"--

Discusses Norse mythology and its origins, the structure of the mythological world, and the gods, goddesses, and heroes featured in legend.

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

Introduces the pink river dolphin, describing its physical characteristics, habitat, life cycle, and ways in which it protects itself from predators.

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

Presents a variety of unusual and noteworthy details about the United States government, notable Americans in various fields, innovative but impracticable proposals, first instances in different areas, and other events in the country's history.

Offers easy-to-follow recipes for dishes such as the banana dog, black bean veggie burger, sandwich on a stick, and grilled apple and cheese, with photographs of important steps as well as the finished dishes.

Introduces the life and work of Paul Cezanne, discussing his early years, life in Paris, and development as a painter.

"Step-by-step instructions teach readers how to create gifts with paper"--Provided by publisher.

"Lively text and fun illustrations describe how to draw cool fashions"--

A simple description of the habitat, physical characteristics, life cycle, and eating habits of tigers, the biggest of the big cats.

Presents an assessment of the contributions made by animal sanctuaries and rescue centers, describing international efforts that have saved the lives of countless animals in need.

Retells the classic story of the warrior who defeats the bull-headed monster from the labyrinth.

"Science teaches us what things are made of, how things move, and how life works. Find out all about it -- why lemons taste sour, where electricity comes from, and how plants make their own food -- in this pocket-sized encyclopedia"--P. [4] of cover.

Examines the history of the scientific method and describes each of its components, which include making observations, asking questions, creating hypotheses, running experiments, and looking for patterns in the results.

Look closely at a pond 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 a variety of robot competitions held in the United States and around the world"--

Looks at what life is like aboard a military submarine, including a history of submarine vehicles, the challenges of adjusting to life underwater, and the usage of sonar.

Provides an overview of the Pyramids of Giza, discussing topics such as its history, chief architect, structural aspects, and construction techniques and materials, and offers information about careers in architecture and construction.

"Full-color photographs and simple text introduce spider monkeys"--Provided by publisher.

Looks at the customs and stories associated with the loss of baby teeth from different cultures around the world.

Explains the basics of how to create and run a blog, citing popular blogs, giving design ideas, suggesting host sites, and utilizing social networking tools.

Presents a field guide to the most common birds found in the United States and Canada, with information on physical features, coloring, bird songs, distinguishing marks, and locations where the species can usually be seen.

Provides instructions on drawing horses, including quarter horses, Shetlands, and Arabians, in a text that includes animal care tips.

Provides information about young carnivores, including anatomy, habitat, and relatives.

Presents a field guide to the most common birds found in the United States and Canada, with information on physical features, coloring, bird songs, distinguishing marks, and locations where the species can usually be seen.

Includes information on collecting and identifying minerals, and sections on metallic, nonmetallic, gem and rock-forming minerals, and on igneous, sedimentary and metamorphic rocks.

Presents kid-friendly recipes for such meatless dishes as peanut tofu stir-fry and cheesy cha-cha chili mac, and covers basic cooking techniques, tools, and ingredients.

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

Introduces the trumpeter swan, describing its physical characteristics, habitat, life cycle, and the ways in which it defends itself against predators.

Presents a variety of unusual and noteworthy details about precipitation, lightning, storms, and extremes of heat and cold.

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!

Introduces the life and accomplishments of Thomas Jefferson and provides activities based on the era in which he lived.

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.

"Describes various robots and robotic vehicles used by the U.S. military in combat and reconnaissance work"--Provided by publisher.

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

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

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

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