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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| Claude Monet by Wood, Alix. |
Presents the life and accomplishments of the Impressionist painter, discussing his childhood, the themes in his art, and his famous works. |
May 23, 2013 |
| Life during the American Revolution by Rajczak, Kristen. |
Readers will learn about some of the unusual events during the American Revolution such as the tar and feathering of British supporters, battles taking place in farmers' fields, and patriot soldiers leaving the war to harvest their crops. |
May 23, 2013 |
| Make an animation! by Levete, Sarah. |
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. |
May 23, 2013 |
| Let's drink some water by Walton, Ruth. |
"Discusses the states of water, the natural water cycle, and how water is purified and piped into homes"--Provided by publisher. |
May 23, 2013 |
| Let's bake a cake by Walton, Ruth. |
"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. |
May 23, 2013 |
| Leonardo da Vinci by Wood, Alix. |
Presents the life and accomplishments of the famous artist, scientist, engineer, and inventor. |
May 23, 2013 |
| Labrador retriever by Johnson, Jinny, 1949- |
"Describes the care, training, and rearing of the Labrador retriever. Also explains the Labrador retriever's unique characteristics and history"--Provided by publisher. |
May 23, 2013 |
| Kung fu by Wood, Alix. |
Presents information about Kung fu, including its history, equipment, safety, and technique. |
May 23, 2013 |
| Fall shakes to harvest bakes by La Penta, Marilyn. |
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. |
May 23, 2013 |
| Fall by Turnbull, Stephanie. |
"Uses photos to help describe the changes that happen to the weather, plants, and animals in fall. Mentions the holidays and events that usually occur in fall months"-- |
May 23, 2013 |
| The Everglades by Marsico, Katie, 1980- |
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May 23, 2013 |
| Egyptian myths and legends by Macdonald, Fiona, 1958- |
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May 23, 2013 |
| Clara Barton by Edison, Erin. |
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May 23, 2013 |
| Carter G. Woodson - Black history pioneer by McKissack, Pat, 1944- |
"A simple biography for early readers about Carter G. Woodson's life"--Provided by publisher. |
May 23, 2013 |
| Capuchin monkeys by McCarthy, Cecilia Pinto. |
"Full-color photographs and simple text introduce capuchin monkeys"-- |
May 23, 2013 |
| Cane toad - the world's biggest toad by Gray, Leon, 1974- |
Learn about the natural habitat, physical characteristics, diet, life cycle, and behavior of the supersized cane toad that can grow to be the size of a soccer ball! |
May 23, 2013 |
| Coral reefs by Simon, Seymour. |
An introduction to the ecology and wildlife of coral reefs and islands. |
May 23, 2013 |
| Galaxies and the runaway universe by Prinja, Raman, 1961- |
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May 23, 2013 |
| Family and friends by Head, Honor. |
"An overview for kids describing the many types of families, including stepfamilies, foster families, and adoptive families, with ideas for getting along with your family and having good friendships. Includes discussion topics"-- |
May 23, 2013 |
| Castles and palaces by Lee, Sally. |
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May 23, 2013 |