New arrivals added to our Children's Nonfiction Collection in the last 7 days
"Watch the showdown between the walrus and the elephant seal, two tough hunters of the ocean. The walrus uses its long tusks to stay safe from polar bears and orcas. But can it win against the big seal with sharp teeth? The elephant seal has a strong hide and is used to fights with other seals. But this match is different. The walrus has sharp, long tusks. Who will win: the strong seal or the tusky walrus?"--Provided by publisher.
A kindergarten-level STEM introduction to the predatory dinosaur Velociraptor, covering the prehistoric carnivore's body structure, diet, and fossil remains. Includes a glossary, further resources, and a labeled image guide to the extinct animal's body parts.
"Deep valleys and gorges cut across landscapes around the world. But how do they form? And how have we learned to harness power from the deep splits in the ground? Explore more about these landforms 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 in comprehension. I
A kindergarten-level STEM introduction to the predatory dinosaur Tyrannosaurus rex (T. rex), covering the prehistoric carnivore's body structure, diet, and fossil remains. Includes a glossary, further resources, and a labeled image guide to the extinct animal's body parts.
A kindergarten-level STEM introduction to the three-horned dinosaur Triceratops, covering the prehistoric herbivore's body structure, diet, and fossil remains. Includes a glossary, further resources, and a labeled image guide to the extinct animal's body parts.
"It's time to play . . . in the band! Some string instruments make soft, elegant sounds and others are rock out with an amplifier. Which instrument is your favorite. Learn how string instruments make sound, explore the history of instruments, then learn all about different string instruments to pick your favorite. It's time to join the band with a super string instrument!"--
Middle grade basketball fans are introduced to the extraordinary history of the WNBA's Washington Mystics with a photo-laden narrative of the professional women's sports team's greatest successes and losses.
The triathlon at the Summer Games is amazing to watch! Athletes swim, bike, and run all in one event. Don't miss the transitions, where just a few seconds can make or break a race. Elementary readers will discover the speed and endurance it takes to win gold in this sport. Action photos and straightforward text introduce triathlon's Olympic history, equipment, and individual, team, and mixed relay modes of play. A biographical story spotlights Flora Duffy, Bermuda's first ever Olympic gold medal
Hit a home run with reading "rookies" in this franchise history of the Toronto Blue Jays' World Series wins. Approachable, elementary text and engaging photos explain the professional baseball team's records and memorable MLB championships. Vibrant, color-blocked layouts spotlight sensational players of different eras, such as Joe Carter and Dave Stieb. An "About the Team" page reviews important facts for young sports fans. Includes a table of contents, labeled images, glossary, and index.
Middle grade basketball fans are introduced to the extraordinary history of the WNBA's Seattle Storm with a photo-laden narrative of the professional women's sports team's greatest successes and losses.
Middle grade basketball fans are introduced to the extraordinary history of the WNBA's Phoenix Mercury with a photo-laden narrative of the professional women's sports team's greatest successes and losses.
Middle grade basketball fans are introduced to the extraordinary history of the WNBA's New York Liberty with a photo-laden narrative of the professional women's sports team's greatest successes and losses.
Middle grade basketball fans are introduced to the extraordinary history of the WNBA's Minnesota Lynx with a photo-laden narrative of the professional women's sports team's greatest successes and losses.
Middle grade basketball fans are introduced to the extraordinary history of the WNBA's Los Angeles Sparks with a photo-laden narrative of the professional women's sports team's greatest successes and losses.
Middle grade basketball fans are introduced to the extraordinary history of the WNBA's Las Vegas Aces with a photo-laden narrative of the professional women's sports team's greatest successes and losses.
Middle grade basketball fans are introduced to the extraordinary history of the WNBA's Dallas Wings with a photo-laden narrative of the professional women's sports team's greatest successes and losses.
Middle grade basketball fans are introduced to the extraordinary history of the WNBA's Connecticut Sun with a photo-laden narrative of the professional women's sports team's greatest successes and losses.
Middle grade basketball fans are introduced to the extraordinary history of the WNBA's Chicago Sky with a photo-laden narrative of the professional women's sports team's greatest successes and losses.
Middle grade basketball fans are introduced to the extraordinary history of the WNBA's Atlanta Dream with a photo-laden narrative of the professional women's sports team's greatest successes and losses.
Flap on up! Learn about stingrays through narrative nonfiction, Fun Facts, infographics, a glossary, and more!