Kids Non-fiction

These kids non-fiction books are new to our shelves in the last 30 days (most recent on top).

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Marvelous messages / Rose Ayling-Ellis ; illustrated by Lena Addink.
"Marvellous Messages will teach you about all the different ways we can send, or receive, a message. With Perky, the expert tour guide, explore the beginnings of language, the first hieroglyphic 'emojis' and even communication in the animal kingdom!"--Pro…
Who is Derek Jeter? / by Gail Herman ; illustrated by Andrew Thomson.
"When Derek Jeter was eight years old, he announced that he was going to play baseball for the New York Yankees. Jeter earned the attention of major league scouts in high school and was drafted to the New York Yankees in 1992. Named Rookie of the Year, he…
Supergiant vs neutron star / Marc J. Kuchner ; illustrated by Matt Schu.
"Two stars are hurtling toward each other: a red supergiant--the biggest kind of star in the Galaxy--and a neutron star--a blue-hot mass with two billion times the gravity of Earth. Only one will survive when they collide. Can you guess which one?"--Jacke…
A time of legends : the story of two fearless wolves—and one rebel / Rick McIntyre and David A. Poulsen.
"Raised by his adoptive father, Wolf 21 has become one of Yellowstone’s most famous wolves. As leader of the Druid pack, he’s known for his bravery, his kindness, and his commitment to his mate—the equally impressive Wolf 42. Together, they are a couple t…
The magnificent book of trees / written by Tony Russell ; illustrated by Val Walerczuk and Simon Treadwell ; additional illustrations by Fede Combi.
"Take a journey through steamy rainforests, scorching deserts, and vast plains to find 36 spectacular trees, from the swamp cypress to the sweet chestnut. See the rainbow eucalyptus with its multicolored bark and the Japanese cherry tree dripping with bl…
A world full of Christmas crafts : 24 festive ways to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year / written by Helen Mortimer ; illustrated by joy Laforme.
"Christmas is celebrated in so many different ways around the world. This sparkling, illustrated treasury of 24 festive activities and recipes inspired by different countries keeps kids busy in the count down to Christmas, by encouraging them to create th…
Lady of the lines : how Maria Reiche saved the Nazca Lines by sweeping the desert / Michaela MacColl ; illustrated by Elisa Chavarri.
"Maria Reiche wanted to put her curious mind to the test. When visiting Peru in 1941, she trekked across the land and discovered hidden lines covered in centuries of clay and sand. Fasciated, she picked up a broom from her tools and began sweeping for mil…
Delish : the how-to cookbook for young foodies / Joanna Saltz & the Editors of Delish.
"Any kid can be a great cook, it just takes some practice! Follow the editors of Delish on an epic cooking quest to learn all the basics and have tons of fun along the way. In this gamified cookbook, step-by-step photos and clear instructions present esse…
My book of frogs and toads / Geraldo Valério.
"When Geraldo Valério was growing up in Brazil, he learned that the tiny creatures he saw swimming in a puddle by the river weren’t fish, but tadpoles that would grow and change into entirely different creatures … and his fascination with frogs and toads …
Rainforest : discover the extraordinary life in Earth's most delicate ecosystems / written by Dr. Michael Leach and Dr. Meriel Lland ; consultant, Derek Harvey illustrators, Andrew Beckett (IllustrationX), Chris@KJA, Sofian Moumene.
"Rainforest reveals the dizzying diversity of life in these fascinating forests. Caiman and capybara crowd Amazon riverbanks, ants scare off elephants in the Congo, and birds and butterflies flit through the treetops of Costa Rica....This illustrated guid…
Upcycle creative gifts! / by Chelsey Luciow.
"Old becomes new again when you create extraordinary upcycled gifts from old cups, crayons, bottle caps, and other household odds and ends. Recycle your style and make stylish candles, magnets, soaps, and more to give as unique gifts! Easy step-by-step in…
His fairytale life : a book about Hans Christian Andersen / Jane Yolen ; illustrated by Brooke Boynton-Hughes.
"The storyteller becomes the story in this illuminating biographical picture book of Hans Christian Andersen, father of the modern fairy tale. A century and a half have passed since Hans Christan Andersen’s death, but his stories are more alive than ever…
Safe crossing / Kari Percival
"Every spring, frogs and salamanders must travel from wooded uplands to vernal pools where they were born, now to mate. Unfortunately, roads constructed through their habitats have made the journey dangerous for these slow-moving animals. Many never reach…
Who is Caitlin Clark? / by Meri-Jo Borzilleri ; illustrated by Gregory Copeland.
"Point guard Caitlin Clark took the world of college basketball by storm when she began playing for the University of Iowa in 2020, earning 27 points in her first game alone. By the end of her college career, Caitlin broke the record for total NCAA career…
Who is Shohei Ohtani? / by James Buckley Jr. ; illustrated by Gregory Copeland.
"Shohei Ohtani, also known as 'Shotime,' is widely known for his skills in both pitching and hitting. At the 2016 Japan Series, Ohtani led his team, the Fighters, to victory. He later signed to the Los Angeles Angels in 2017 and earned the title of Americ…
Understanding mathematics / written by Sarah Hull and Tom Mumbray ; illustrated by Paul Boston ; designed by Samuel Gorham ; mathematics expert: Dr. Audrey Curnock.
"This book WON'T test your mental math or teach you countless ways to find x. It WILL show you just how fascinating math can be. Can math make people rich? Can formulas predict which sports teams will win more games? Can equations explain the mysteries of…
I know dino! : amazing breakthroughs, mega mistakes, and unsolved mysteries in dinosaur science / Sabrina Ricci & Garret Kruger ; featuring illustrations by Franco Tempesta.
"Dinosaurs have been extinct for millions of years, but the world of dinosaur science has never been more alive! Over the last few decades, amazing scientific discoveries have transformed what we know about dinosaurs. And it turns out that a lot of what w…
The huge, hysterical, never terrible book of jokes for kids / written by Carole P. Roman and Corinne Schmitt ; [illustrations by Dylan Goldberger].
"Are you ready for hours of entertainment, guaranteed to make you laugh and tease your brain? Then get ready to giggle, because this book of jokes is a giant combination of THREE popular joke books for kids. Dive into tons of knee-slapping knock-knocks, s…
Team green! / by Andrea Beaty and Dr. Theanne Griffith ; [illustrations by Steph Stilwell].
"Going Green! is the sixth book in The Why Files, a nonfiction early-reader series starring Ada Twist, Scientist! How can the sun power the lights in our homes? What happens to our things after we recycle them? How is renewable energy being used to fight …
Do you believe in magic? : [the search for wonder, from sorcery to science] / Laura Krantz.
"Ever wanted to turn lead into gold? Cast a bewitching spell? Or concoct a powerful potion? They all sound pretty great - after all, who wouldn't like the idea of special powers or control over the natural world? In fact, people have been wondering about …
The inventor's workshop : [how people and machines transformed each other] / written by Ruth Amos ; illustrated by Stacey Thomas.
"Step inside The inventor's workshop to see how one creative spark leads to another until an invention is born. Join two curious children on a tour through ten inventions that changed the world. Find out how, when, and why these ingenious breakthroughs ha…
What do we know about the lost colony of Roanoke? / by Emma Carlson Berne ; illustrated by Stephen Marchesi.
"In 1585, Sir Walter Raleigh attempted to found the very first permanent English settlement in the Americas. The initial settlement--called the Lane colony--failed due to extremely low supplies and a hostile relationship with the Native American people wh…
Xtraordinary people / written by Kate Griggs ; Illustrated by Steven Woods.
"This educational book on dyslexia for children features: Information that demonstrates that dyslexia is a superpower, with many exciting choices and paths available for dyslexic thinkers. Material that empowers children to embrace their differences and h…
She speaks : the women of Greek myths in their own words / Honor Cargill-Martin ; illustrated by Camelia Pham.
"In She Speaks, passionate classicist Honor Cargill-Martin redresses this imbalance by retelling eight classic Greek myths, this time from an all-female perspective. Written in first-person, we hear from the astute sorceress Medea and her pivotal role in…
Make your own Christmas crafts / Kayla Rossow.
"A step-by-step guide to make five simple Christmas crafts and activities. Includes detailed supplies lists and clear directions for a cardboard tree, reindeer ornament, emoji snowman, ring toss, and Santa gift bag." --CIP description.
Let's party! : a DIY illustrated guide to 10 fantastic birthday parties / written and illustrated by Melissa Iwai.
"Make birthday memories that will last a lifetime! There’s nothing quite as special as creating your very own birthday party. In this spectacular DIY birthday planner for children aged three to ten, kids can choose their favorite party theme and assist in…
The magnificent book of endangered animals / illustrated by Val Walerczuk ; written by Genevieve Morgan.
Showcases thirty-six endangered animals with scientifically accurate color illustrations and facts about the animals including habitat, diet, conservation status, and more.
The magnificent book of microscopic creatures / illustrated by Isabel Aracama, Fede Combi, Mat Edwards, and Val Walerczuk ; written by Anne Rooney.
"Take a journey through the microscopic world to encounter the weird and wonderful creatures that live there. Each of the 36 double-page spreads showcases its own curious creature, with a large, stunning and scientifically accurate illustration bringing e…
How elegant the elephant : poems about animals and insects / Mary Ann Hoberman ; art by Marla Frazee.
"An alphabetized collection of poems about animals and insects"--Provided by publisher.
Satellites / Kate Peridot ; illustated by Denis Freitas.
"Every day, thousands of satellites orbit the Earth doing important jobs. Meet NOAA, Galileo, Aura, James Webb, and more, and find out about their special missions to connect, inform, and protect all of us on planet Earth"--Publisher website.
How to love the whole world : a story about artist Agnes Martin / by Henry Martin ; art by Shelley Hampe.
"How to Love the Whole World is a powerful, poetic picture book biography about fine artist Agnes Martin and how she painted to show her love for the world from international art scholar Henry Martin and author/illustrator Shelley Hampe. Like her contempo…
A kids book about body hair / by Georgina Gooley ; in partnership with Billie.
"If you look closely, you'll find hair almost everywhere on your body. Some hair is thin, some thick, some dark, some light. And guess what? It's all totally normal! We don't get to choose if and when we grow body hair, but it's our choice what to do with…
How the earth works / Dr. Lucía Pérez Díaz.
"On a journey like no other, children will learn what our planet was once like, how and why it has changed, and what the future may hold. They will adventure through earthquakes and over towering mountains to learn about our landscapes and unlock clues to…
Woods & words : the story of poet Mary Oliver / written by Sara Holly Ackerman ; illustrated by Naoko Stoop.
"Young Mary Oliver spent all the time she could outdoors noticing natural wonders like alluring birdsong, velvety leaves, and glittering beams of sunlight. There were treasures all around if you paid attention. Eventually, she began writing about those tr…
Make a pretty sound : a story of Ella Jenkins : the first lady of Children's Music / by Traci N. Todd ; illustrated by Eleanor Davis.
"Born in St. Louis, Missouri, and raised in Chicago, Ella grew up loving music of all kinds—the call-and-response of Cab Calloway, the exciting rhythms of Moroccan and Indian records spun in a local record shop, the bluesy notes her uncle teased from his …
Is it real? The Loch Ness monster / Candace Fleming.
"Nestled in the lush green hills of the Scotland Highlands lies Loch Ness, a deep, murky lake with a storied history. It is also the home of the Loch Ness Monster. Numerous stories and photographs by people claiming to have spotted the mysterious monster …
The endless sea / Chi Thai ; illustrated by Linh Dao.
"[T]he lyrical true tale of the author’s refugee journey with her family from Vietnam to the United Kingdom at just three years old, leaving home behind to set out in a tiny boat, first down a muddy river delta and then across the vastness of the sea...Ch…
The urban owls : how Flaco and friends made the city their home / by Christian Cooper ; illustrated by Kristen Adam.
"A picture book about how owls like Flaco experience the city and how young readers can protect and admire them in the urban environment"--Provided by publisher.
The ABCs of women's history / words by Rio Cortez ; pictures by Lauren Semmer.
"In a...picture book brimming with G for Groundbreaking women, writer, poet, and National Book Award nominee, Rio Cortez, and illustrator Lauren Semmer celebrate all the joys, challenges, and historic forward movement of women's history in the United Stat…
Dogs vs. humans : a showdown of the senses / written by Stephanie Gibeault ; illustrated by Bambi Edlund.
"In showdown of the senses, who do you think would win, dog or human? That is the question being explored in this fun, sense-by-sense look at the ways dogs perceive the world and how it compares to the way we humans do. Over the course of six rounds, the …
Words with wings and magic things / poems by Matthew Burgess ; pictures by Doug Salati
"Beyond the doorway of the first page of this collection awaits a dragon piñata, an alligator on the A train, a hungry yeti, an ice cream dream, jetpack sneakers, midnight firelight, a gray day, a plump tomato, a serious question and so much more. Whether…
Jella Lepman and her library of dreams : the woman who rescued a generation of children and founded the world's largest children's library / Katherine Paterson [and Jella helped --K.P.] ; illustrated by Sally Deng.
"The inspiring true story of how one visionary woman used children’s books to help heal a generation of Germany’s children after WWII and went on to set up the International Youth Library and International Board on Books for Young People (IBBY). Written b…
Angel Reese / by Kim Thompson.
"Learn about WNBA star Angel Reese in an engaging biography packed with action photos and fact-filled text. Elementary sports fans will learn about Reese's childhood, her record-breaking college basketball career, and her rookie year with the Chicago Sky.…
When tree became a tree / Rob Hodgson.
"Following the success of When Cloud Became a Cloud and When Moon Became the Moon comes Rob Hodgson's next long-form picture book about an apple tree's life cycle. This delightfully fun exploration of trees both informs and entertains, and helps young rea…
Awesome LEGO creations with bricks you already have : 55 projects for robots, dragons, race cars, planes, wild animals and more to build imaginative worlds / Sarah Dees.
Turn your pile of LEGO® bricks into a day of fun with the bestselling book of LEGO® activities! This epic oversized edition has step-by-step instructions and tons of photos to teach you how to build totally awesome toys, scenes and contraptions-- includin…
I wonder why planes have wings : and other questions about transport / by Christopher Maynard ; illustrated by Josy Bloggs.
"Which is the fastest car? Why do planes have wings? Can trains float? Learn the answers to these questions and more in this fascinating question-and-answer book all about transport. Accessible and entertaining text makes learning about transport and mech…
We sing from the heart : how The Slants took their fight for free speech to the Supreme Court / Mia Wenjen ; Victor Bizar Gómez.
"Music is a way to transcend cultures and divides. Simon Tam used his band's name, The Slants, to make a powerful statement that racist insults could no longer be hurtful to Asian Americans. But then the U.S. Trade and Patent Office tries to stop him. In …
The Purple one : a story of Prince / words by Matthew Burgess ; pictures by Sirin Thada.
"A picture book biography of music icon Prince, from childhood to superstardom, that crackles with electricity and soul Prince is remembered as one of the greatest musicians and performers of all time. But before he achieved global superstardom, he was a …
Magic in a drop of water : how Ruth Patrick taught the world about water pollution / written by Julie Winterbottom ; illustrated by Susan Reagan.
"The biography of ecologist Ruth Patrick, who made a breakthrough discovery about biodiversity"--Provided by publisher.
This is my brain! : a book on neurodiversity / Elise Gravel.
"In this seriously funny book, acclaimed creator Elise Gravel Gavel uses her trademark humor and punchy art to celebrate the many wonderful ways humans think and to show readers that understanding how different brains feel and learn can help us connect wi…
Growing green : a first book of gardening / illustrated by Daniela Sosa.
"From strawberries in galoshes to herbs in recycled tin cans, this easy-to-follow gardening book contains fifteen simple (and delicious!) projects for budding young gardeners. Kids can learn all they need to know to grow their own fruit, herbs, and vegeta…
When a tree falls : nurse logs and their incredible forest power / by Kirsten Pendreigh ; illustrated by Elke Boschinger.
"A tree suns and sways in the forest. She is a place to grow, to rest, and to shelter. But what happens when a tree falls? The answer will make your heart soar. In this lyrical picture book, explore how the extraordinary nurse log provides a nutrient-rich…
Awesome, disgusting, unusual facts about pirates / by Stephanie Bearce.
"Gross and weird facts about pirates will grab struggling and reluctant readers' attention as they learn about sword fights, famous captains, and ship battles in the 18th century. Includes a table of contents, glossary with pronunciations, further resourc…
A snail / Ruth Owen.
"All day a snail stays tucked up in its shell in a cool, damp hiding place. But when night-time comes, the hungry little minibeast emerges to forage for juicy plants to eat. Using stunning, detailed photographs and carefully leveled text, this book shows …
Patience ... : discover how the best things in life take time / Rachel Williams ; Leonie Lord.
"The concept of time is hard to grasp. From a single minute to a full century, hearts beat, trees bloom and grow - and a human lives a lifetime. This book takes 18 different periods of time - from a single minute; to an hour; to over a century - to show …
Swing into golf : a kid's guide to golf / Brian Thomas.
"Discover the exciting world of golf with this engaging guide designed just for kids! Whether you’re a curious beginner or a young golfer looking to improve, this book makes learning golf fun and accessible. Packed with practical tips, inspiring stories, …
Don't squish a slug / Yussef Rafik ; illustrated by Riley Samels.
"Learn all about how amazing bugs and minibeasts are in this detailed guide to over 40 small critters from around the world. Bugs and minibeasts may be small, sometimes slimy and maybe a little scary, but they are AMAZING and deserve respect and empathy. …
Are we there yet? : the first road trip across the USA / Stacy McAnulty ; illustrations by Elizabeth Baddeley.
"It’s 1903 when Dr. Horatio Nelson Jackson bets fifty dollars that he can drive a horseless carriage (a car) across the USA, from California to New York, in less than three months. Considering Dr. Jackson doesn’t know how to drive, there are no highways y…
Birdlore : the iridescent life of Florence Merriam Bailey / written by Jess Keating ; illustrated by Devon Holzwarth.
"Before Florence, there was no such thing as 'bird-watching'. Bright plumes on lady’s hats were all the rage, but no one was climbing trees or wading through marsh-grass to spot the birds they came from. Even scientists studied birds in labs instead of ou…
Who was Benjamin Franklin?
"You'll be reading about Benjamin Franklin in this book and his approach to governance. You will also read about the major events that happened during his [life] as well as his contributions to them." --Amazon.com
Of bells and cells : the world of monks, friars, sisters and nuns / written by M. Cristina Borges ; illustrated by Michaela Harrison.
"Monks, nuns, friars, sisters . . . who are they? How do they live? Why have they followed that way of life? Of Bells and Cells explains to the young reader what religious life is all about." --Amazon.com