New Children's Nonfiction Books
New arrivals added to our Children's Nonfiction Collection in the last 7 days
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Date added |
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| The world in the time of Charlemagne by Macdonald, Fiona, 1958- |
A brief introduction to the life of famed French emperor Charlemagne of the world in which he lived. |
Jun 13, 2013 |
| The road to war by Hamilton, John, 1959- |
Examines the causes of the American Revolution and the early rebellions, including the French and Indian War, unfair taxation, and the Boston Tea Party. |
Jun 13, 2013 |
| Ohio by Sherrow, Victoria. |
"Provides comprehensive information on the geography, history, wildlife, governmental structure, economy, cultural diversity, peoples, religion, and landmarks of Ohio"--Provided by publisher. |
Jun 13, 2013 |
| Leaders & generals of the American Revolution by Hamilton, John, 1959- |
Profiles leaders and generals from both the British Army and the patriots, including George Washington, King George III, and Samuel Adams. |
Jun 13, 2013 |
| Knights by Lee, Sally. |
Describes how knights were trained in the Middle Ages, the armor they wore, and how they held tournaments to display their skills, and looks at knighthood in modern times. |
Jun 13, 2013 |
| Amazing military robots by Price, Sean. |
"Describes various robots and robotic vehicles used by the U.S. military in combat and reconnaissance work"--Provided by publisher. |
Jun 13, 2013 |
| African myths and legends by Chambers, Catherine, 1954- |
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. |
Jun 13, 2013 |
| Banned books by LuÌsted, Marcia Amidon. |
Discusses the history of book banning and looks at the different reasons why books are challenged. |
Jun 13, 2013 |
| Ballet by Royston, Angela, 1945- |
Describes the history and styles of ballet, including steps, top dancers, and the clothes they wear. |
Jun 13, 2013 |
| Baboons by McCarthy, Cecilia Pinto. |
"Full-color photographs and simple text introduce baboons"-- |
Jun 13, 2013 |
| Conductors and insulators by Shea, C. O., 1978- |
Presents information about electricity, how it is flows through different materials, and how those different materials are used to conduct or insulate electric current. |
Jun 13, 2013 |
| Cell phone safety by Allen, Kathy. |
"Describes safe cell phone usage and ways to avoid dangerous situations, such as identity theft, cyberbullying, or predators"--Provided by publisher. |
Jun 13, 2013 |
| Body image and the media by Conway, Celeste. |
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. |
Jun 13, 2013 |
| Global positioning system - who's tracking you? by Gray, Leon, 1974- |
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Jun 13, 2013 |
| I see a chipmunk by Appleby, Alex. |
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Jun 14, 2013 |
| Hounds - loyal hunting companions by Levine, Becky. |
"Describes the history, care, and training of hounds used for hunting"--Provided by publisher. |
Jun 14, 2013 |
| Summer sips to "chill" dips by La Penta, Marilyn. |
Provides recipes that feature seasonal fruits and vegetables, including smoothies, seven layer dip, and salsa. |
Jun 14, 2013 |
| Trumpeter swan - the world's largest waterbird by Gray, Leon, 1974- |
Introduces the trumpeter swan, describing its physical characteristics, habitat, life cycle, and the ways in which it defends itself against predators. |
Jun 14, 2013 |
| Machines and weaponry of the Gulf War by Samuels, Charlie, 1961- |
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Jun 14, 2013 |
| Weird-but-true facts about weather by Coss, Lauren. |
Presents a variety of unusual and noteworthy details about precipitation, lightning, storms, and extremes of heat and cold. |
Jun 14, 2013 |