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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| History paintings by Bodden, Valerie. |
"A survey of the painting genre that focuses on grand historical figures and scenes, examining the genre's origins and introducing its notable artists, works, and styles throughout history"--Provided by publisher. |
May 19, 2013 |
| Saving animal babies by Shields, Amy. |
"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"-- |
May 19, 2013 |
| Portraits by Frisch, Joy. |
"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. |
May 19, 2013 |
| Polar bears by Marsh, Laura F. |
Learn about polar bears including details regarding their behavior, families, and environment. |
May 19, 2013 |
| Planet earth by Richards, Jon, 1970- |
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. |
May 19, 2013 |
| The natural world by Richards, Jon, 1970- |
Infographics illustrate facts about the natural world, providing information about such topics as energy production, food webs, threatened species, and record-breaking animals. |
May 19, 2013 |
| Monkeys by Schreiber, Anne. |
Learn about monkeys including details regarding their behavior, families, and environment. |
May 19, 2013 |
| Meet the president's cabinet by Rajczak, Michael. |
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May 19, 2013 |
| Marshfield dreams - when I was a kid by Fletcher, Ralph J. |
Ralph is content in his simple life in Marshfield, Massachusetts, but when his father tells him that the family must move to Chicago for his new job, Ralph worries about what it will feel like to leave so many of his favorite people, places, and things behind. The colorful boyhood of a popular author comes to life in this personal account. |
May 19, 2013 |
| Landscapes by Bodden, Valerie. |
"A survey of the painting genre that focuses on landforms and elements of nature, examining the genre's origins and introducing its notable artists, works, and styles throughout history"--Provided by publisher. |
May 19, 2013 |
| Kodoku by Justice, William E. |
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May 19, 2013 |
| Solar system by Vogt, Gregory. |
This book tells of our solar system, identifying the sun, the planets, the moons, and the comets and asteroids. |
May 19, 2013 |
| Space and time by Whiting, Jim, 1943- |
"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. |
May 19, 2013 |
| Fun with nature by Lim, Annalees. |
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May 19, 2013 |
| Out of this world - all the cool stuff about space you want to know by Gifford, Clive. |
"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 |
May 19, 2013 |
| Physical bullying by Rivkin, Jennifer. |
Examines physical bullying from the perspective of victims, bullies, and bystanders, and offers strategies aimed at preventing it. |
May 19, 2013 |
| We love to sew - 28 pretty things to make - jewelry, headbands, softies, t-shirts, pillows, bags & more by Wrigley, Annabel, 1972- |
"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. |
May 19, 2013 |
| A place for turtles by Stewart, Melissa. |
Describing various examples, the author provides an intriguing look at turtles, at the ecosystems that support their survival, and at the efforts of some people to save them. |
May 19, 2013 |
| Kentucky by Barrett, Tracy, 1955- |
"Provides comprehensive information on the geography, history, wildlife, governmental structure, economy, cultural diversity, peoples, religion, and landmarks of Kentucky"--Provided by publisher. |
May 19, 2013 |
| I am Harriet Tubman by Norwich, Grace. |
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. |
May 19, 2013 |