New arrivals added to our Children's Nonfiction Collection in the last 7 days
Hear how the sounds of this American art form evolved through the 20th century and beyond. It is an interesting introduction to this unique music and readers can learn all about the sizzling jazz greats of the twentieth century.
Date added:
Nov 22, 2024
"Gear up and get ready to game in this must-have annual guide to the best videogames of the year! Level Up 2025 is has got you covered, with info on all the coolest games and consoles that you may have missed, as well as what to look out for next! From heavy hitters like Mario and Zelda to secret indie gems, this guide has it all!"-- Publisher's website
Date added:
Nov 22, 2024
"In Gravity: Mass, Energy, and the Force that Holds Things Together, scientists ages 8 to 12 explore the invisible but powerful force that is responsible for keeping the entire universe in place--including you! Gravity is the natural phenomenon that makes everything in the universe attracte dto everything else. On Earth, that means gravity is why we fall down toward the ground, the reason we have tides, and why we eigh a certain number of pounds."--
"Take a thrilling journey to the Red Planet. Find out how to get there, where to settle, and how to survive. No one has ever been to Mars. It is between 35 million and 250 million miles away, depending on the calendar. But Space scientists are developing a rocket to take us. How do we know when to go? Can we land without crashing and burning? How will we survive when we get there? Mars has a thin and unbreathable atmosphere, intense radiation, and sandstorms the size of North America. There is n
"Still reeling from the devastation from World War I, nobody wanted to face another global battle. But it was the groundwork laid at the end of the first war that set the stage for World War II. Learn about the war that tore the world apart for a second time with easy-to-understand content tied to the curriculum of upper-elementary and middle school students and text written at a 2nd to 3rd grade reading level. Dyslexia-friendly font and design make learning accessible, and a recap at the end pr
"World War I reshaped the world as we know it and laid the groundwork for the second world war. But how did the fighting start? And what brought about its end? Explore the war that redrew the world map with easy-to-understand content tied to the curriculum of upper-elementary and middle school students and text written at a 2nd to 3rd grade reading level. Dyslexia-friendly font and design make learning accessible, and a recap at the end promotes checking for understanding to aid comprehension. I
"The Vietnam War was a battle over how the country would move forward after French colonial rule. So, how did the country become the center of a global conflict? Learn all about this proxy war with easy-to-understand content tied to the curriculum of upper-elementary and middle school students written at a 2nd to 3rd grade reading level. Dyslexia-friendly font and design make learning accessible, and a recap at the end promotes checking for understanding to aid comprehension. It's key world hist
Date added:
Nov 14, 2024
Date added:
Nov 14, 2024
Date added:
Nov 14, 2024
The old jump rope/nonsense rhyme features an ailing young Tiny Tim.
"For years, colonial rule shaped and reshaped many countries across the Americas, Asia, and Africa. The huge rush of decolonization after the second world war was equally impactful. Dive into this important history with easy-to-understand content tied tothe curriculum of upper-elementary and middle school students and text written at a 2nd to 3rd grade reading level. Dyslexia-friendly font and design make learning accessible, and a recap at the end promotes checking for understanding to aid comp
"Cicely Tyson was born in New York City to parents originally from the Islands. No matter where she was, Cicely always carried light within her, a light that she let shine. After many years of discovering herself, Cicely finally found where her light could shine the brightest and touch others: in film. Spinning gorgeous verse, and weaving in the history of Black America, Watson beautifully introduces children to Cicely's world-the world that shaped a woman who went on to bring unparalleled grace
Date added:
Nov 14, 2024
Can you name a BIRD from its feather? How about a MEAL from its ingredients? What about a SCIENTIST from their discovery? Stretch your brain power with 20 fact-packed picture quizzes from expert puzzle master Dr Gareth Moore. Covering key encyclopaedic topics, from nature, science and technology to sport, history and geography, keep everyone guessing with hours of family fun.
Wrestling events at the Summer Games are amazing to watch! From technical holds and weight classes to pins and escapes, elementary readers will discover the strength and control it takes to win gold in this sport's Greco-Roman and freestyle events. Action photos and straightforward text introduce wrestling's Olympic history, equipment, and scoring. A biographical story spotlights freestyle wrestler Jordan Burroughs, the first U.S. wrestler to win seven global gold medals. Photo captions and on-p
"It's time to play . . . in the band! Some woodwind instruments make deep, loud sounds and others ring out high-pitched melodies. Which instrument is your favorite. Learn how woodwind instruments make sound, explore the history of instruments, then learn about the different woodwind instruments to pick your favorite. It's time to join the band with a woodwind instrument"--
Claws slash. Let the battle begin! Learn how wolverines and Tasmanian devils fight through narrative nonfiction, Fun Facts, informative sidebars, detailed infographics, vivid photos, and a glossary.
Muscles braced. Let the battle begin! Learn how wolf packs and moose fight through narrative nonfiction, Fun Facts, informative sidebars, detailed infographics, vivid photos, and a glossary.
Howl along with the wild world of wolves with our mid-level book, part of the Spotlight on Nature series. This engaging read is perfect for young explorers eager to uncover more about their favorite creatures. It weaves an enchanting narrative about a wolf family, reminiscent of classic nature shows, while emphasizing the importance of conservation. With captivating color photographs, informative infographics, developmental milestones in a handy timeline, and valuable resources like a glossary,
Jump in! Learn about whales through narrative nonfiction, Fun Facts, infographics, a glossary, and more!