New Children's Nonfiction Books
New arrivals added to our Children's Nonfiction Collection in the last 7 days
Title |
Date added | |
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| Life in the American colonies by Rajczak, Kristen. |
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. |
May 23, 2013 |
| Life during the Gold Rush by Levy, Janey. |
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. |
May 23, 2013 |
| Life during the Gold Rush by Levy, Janey. |
Explains the California gold rush, including how it started, what kind of equipment prospectors used, and the social changes caused by gold rush. |
May 22, 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 |
| Life during the American Revolution by Rajczak, Kristen. |
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. |
May 22, 2013 |
| Life at a polar research station by Britton, Arthur K. |
Looks at what life is like at a polar research station, including what is required to keep them running, the challenges of adjusting to life at the pole, and what the workers do for fun. |
May 23, 2013 |
| Life as a pioneer by Rajczak, Kristen. |
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. |
May 22, 2013 |
| Life as a pioneer by Rajczak, Kristen. |
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. |
May 23, 2013 |
| Letters from hillside farm by Apps, Jerold W., 1934- |
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May 23, 2013 |
| Let's ride a bike / Find Out All About Bicycles by Walton, Ruth. |
"Discusses uses of bicycles, how bikes are made and designed, and bicycle safety and riding tips"-- |
May 23, 2013 |
| Let's read a book / Find Out About Books and How They Are Made by Walton, Ruth. |
"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. |
May 23, 2013 |
| Let's go to the playground / Find Out About Forces and Motion by Walton, Ruth. |
"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"-- |
May 23, 2013 |
| Let's get dressed by Walton, Ruth. |
"Discusses the different fibers and textiles our clothing is made from, including cotton, wool, and other natural and synthetic fabrics"--Provided by publisher. |
May 23, 2013 |
| Let's get dressed by Walton, Ruth. |
"Discusses the different fibers and textiles our clothing is made from, including cotton, wool, and other natural and synthetic fabrics"--Provided by publisher. |
May 22, 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 |
| Les oeufs verts au jambon by Seuss, Dr. |
Sam-I-Am tries to persuade his friend to try green eggs and ham. |
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 |
| 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. |
May 23, 2013 |
| Laugh it up! - 501 super-silly jokes, riddles, and cartoons from Highlights. by Highlights for Children (COR)/ Coulson, David (ILT) |
Collects more than five hundred jokes and riddles submitted by the readers of "Highlights for Children." |
May 23, 2013 |