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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| 100 screen free ways to beat boredom! by Hirschmann, Kris, 1967- author. |
"There's a whole great big world outside--so unplug and let's get out there! This book will help free you and your kids from the tyranny of the screen with 100 ways to beat the "I'm Bored" monster. You don't need lots of special materials, expensive toys, or planning to have a great time sans screens ..." |
Jul 12, 2018 |
| 3D pen projects for beginners by Enz, Tammy, author. |
Build up with a hands-on introduction to drawing in 3D. Step-by-step instructions will help you get sketching and structuring in a matter of minutes. You'll be drawing 3D doodles as fast as you can imagine them. |
Jul 11, 2018 |
| A girl named Misty - the true story of Misty Copeland by Lyons, Kelly Starling, author. |
"The A Girl Named series tells the stories of how ordinary American girls grew up to be extraordinary American women. Misty Copeland became the first African American Female Principal Dancer for the American Ballet Theatre, but how did she get there?"-- |
Jul 12, 2018 |
| A turtle's life cycle by Dunn, Mary R, author. |
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Jul 11, 2018 |
| Abracadabra! - tricks for rookie magicians by Barnhart, Norm, author. |
"Describes how to prepare and perform several magic tricks for beginner level magicians. Includes embedded links for added online instructional videos that can be accessed with the Capstone 4D app"-- |
Jul 11, 2018 |
| American mastodon by Clay, Kathryn, author. |
"The American mastodon thundered through the Ice Age. With its powerful tusks and large size, few predators challenged this prehistoric beast. Readers learn about this mighty plant eater from engaging text and bold illustrations reviewed by Smithsonian experts."-- |
Jul 10, 2018 |
| Amusement Parks and Water Parks by Mattern, Joanne |
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Jul 10, 2018 |
| An apple tree's life cycle by Dunn, Mary R., author. |
The process of a new life starting is fascinating! Watch an apple tree grow from a seed to a fruit-bearing tree. Young readers will learn about the stages in an apple tree's life, as well as it's appearance. The life cycle of an apple tree is a beautiful thing to see! |
Jul 10, 2018 |
| Animal cells by Anders, Mason, author. |
Animals Cells takes you inside the smallest unit of life. Learn how each cell's organelles work together to allow living things to function. Explore blood cells, muscle cells, and nerve cells, skin cells, and more. |
Jul 10, 2018 |
| Are you psychic? - facts, trivia, and quizzes by Olson, Elsie, 1986- author. |
Play some games and find out if you are psychic. |
Jul 11, 2018 |
| Arlington National Cemetery and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier by Khalid, Jinnow, author. |
The United States commemorates unidentified fallen soldiers in a special way. All unknown soldiers that have lost their lives since World War I are honored through tombs, which symbolize the courage and bravery possessed by the unknown people buried inside them. Arlington Cemetery, home to the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, boasts a peaceful atmosphere appropriate for the burial ground of hundreds of thousands of United States soldiers. This title uses primary sources and stunning imagery to intro |
Jul 11, 2018 |
| Awesome experiments with living things by Canavan, Thomas, 1956- author. |
Yeast can burp? Plants can solve mazes? Readers won't believe the amazing results of these fantastic experiments! This book introduces readers to the science behind plants and other living things through fun hands-on activities. Simple language explains complex concepts, and step-by-step instructions with accompanying photographs make experiments accessible. Nifty tips help readers safely reach the best results. They'll love trying recommended tweaks and additions to experiments for even cooler |
Jul 11, 2018 |
| Ballet by Lanier, Wendy Hinote. |
Introduces the history and basic concepts of ballet. Easy-to-read text, vibrant photos, and dance tips will make readers want to get up and dance. |
Jul 10, 2018 |
| Ballroom dance by Lanier, Wendy Hinote, author. |
Introduces the history and basic concepts of ballroom dance. Easy-to-read text, vibrant photos, and dance tips will make readers want to get up and dance. |
Jul 10, 2018 |
| Baseball - who does what? by Nagelhout, Ryan, author. |
"Nine is the magic number in baseball. It's the number of innings in a standard game and the number of players each team fields when on defense. But every player on the field is different, and this book studies each unique position to explore those differences and the skills needed to play there. From turning double plays at shortstop to throwing off the pitcher's mound, each spot on the diamond has its quirks. Readers learn how catchers help pitchers know what pitch to throw and catch runners s |
Jul 11, 2018 |
| Bearded dragons by Andres, Marco, author. |
Did you know dragons can be pets? Bearded dragons have a beardlike area on the underside of their throat that turns black if they feel threatened. They re one of the best lizard pets to have due to how lively they are. This book introduces readers to the care needed to keep pet bearded dragons. Students will learn about the foods these lizards eat, the environment they live in, and many other amazing facts. Fact boxes and full-color photographs make this an especially informative and exciting re |
Jul 11, 2018 |
| Beavers by Kenney, Karen Latchana, author. |
"Carefully leveled text and vibrant photographs introduce early readers to beavers and the structures they build together. Includes infographics, an activity, glossary, and index."-- |
Jul 11, 2018 |
| Blast back! - Pearl Harbor by Ohlin, Nancy, author. |
Blast back to the past and learn all about the attack on Pearl Harbor. When people think about Pearl Harbor, things like WWII and Japan may come to mind. But why did the attack occur, and what happened as a result? This engaging nonfiction book, complete with black-and-white interior illustrations, will make readers feel like they've traveled back in time. It covers everything from the history of WWII to the details of the attack, and more. Find out interesting, little-known facts such as how th |
Jul 16, 2018 |
| Blast back! - women's suffrage by Ohlin, Nancy, author. |
"Blast back to the past and learn all about the women's suffrage movement. When people think about the women's suffrage movement, things like voting rights and protests may come to mind. But what was the movement all about, and what social change did it bring? This engaging nonfiction book, complete with black-and-white interior illustrations, will make readers feel like they've traveled back in time. It covers everything from the history of women's rights in the U.S. to women's suffrage movemen |
Jul 16, 2018 |
| Bought in bulk - projects for surplus supplies by Bolte, Mari, author. |
This is more than a book of craft projects--this is a book of inspiration! Instructions for finished projects print hand-in-hand with open-ended ideas that kids can use to make each craft fully customizable. With a focus on using surplus supplies that one might have a lot of--such as full bottles, entire stacks, or large bags of supplies--each activity will be a great at-home tool or a staple for the librarian's maker space. |
Jul 10, 2018 |