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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List

Oddballs / Johan Klungel.
"The animal kingdom has its share of oddballs. You can find bizarre creatures on every continent. Did you know there's a giant anteater with a tongue that's nearly 2 feet long? And a frog with a transparent belly? What would it feel like to see with a tho…
Carried on the wind : it starts with a seed / Sheri Mabry ; illustrated by Kristina Jones.
"Starting with a child’s sigh, this story takes readers around the world, from Alaska to Central America to Africa, and all the way back to where their journey began. With facts about nature woven throughout, this poetic depiction of chaos theory—or the b…
We need to talk about death : an important book about grief, celebrations, and love / Sarah Chavez, Annika Le Large.
"Death is an important part of life, and yet it is one of the hardest things to talk about—for adults as well as children. Historian and museum curator Sarah Chavez is determined to create a book that sparks wonder and curiosity about dying, instead of fe…
My first painting and collage book : 35 fun and easy projects for children aged 7+ / Clare Youngs.
"My First Painting and Collage Book shows you different ways to make fabulous pictures you will be proud of. You’ll find lots of ideas in Chapter 1, Printing Fun, from creative T-shirts and bags to gift wrap and bunting. Then have fun trying out the proje…
My father's house / Mina Javaherbin ; illustrated by Lindsey Yankey.
"With the first rays of the sun, Mina and her father begin a joyful day exploring the city streets of Isfahan, Iran, where Islam and Judaism intertwine and a community thrives. Mina imagines the ancient sites coming to life as her father points out the fa…
Fortnite annual 2025 / written by Craig Jelley ; illustrated and designed by Matt Burgess.
"The 100% Unofficial Fortnite Annual 2025 is the perfect Christmas gift for gamers. It includes the best skins, emotes and accessories, as well as a round-up of the most impressive vehicles, the best sports mini games, builds and all the best storylines o…
How big? dinosaurs : amazing life-sized dinosaurs and other creatures from prehistory / by Dougal Dixon and Patrick Corrigan.
"How do you measure up against prehistoric creatures great and small? With incredible life-sized artworks and helpful visual comparisons, this book doesn't just tell you, it SHOWS you! Get up-close to a Triceratops horn, compare your hand to Iguanodon's a…
Dogs and us : a fifteen-thousand-year friendship / written and illustrated by Marta Pantaleo ; translated by Debbie Bibo and Yvette Ghione.
"Dogs and humans go back a long way – thousands of years, to be precise! As humans evolved, dogs did too, and we got to know, trust and understand each other instinctively. Whether they helped to protect us from danger, or sniffed out new routes to farawa…
I flew around the world / Zara Rutherford ; illustrated by Jiatong Liu.
"At just 19 years old, Zara Rutherford embarked on a daring adventure to become the youngest woman to fly solo across the globe. This captivating book chronicles her journey through 52 countries and 5 continents, from the icy landscapes of Greenland to th…
Why? weather : [brilliant answers to baffling questions] / Steve Setford.
"Explore the intriguing answers to more than 200 questions about weather and learn all about the real-time impacts of the climate crisis in this absorbing encyclopedia for kids aged 7-9. What happens inside a thundercloud? Why is the sky not always blue?…
The universe / author, Abigail Beall ; illustrator, Dawn Cooper.
"The Universe covers the planets of the Solar System, comets, nebulae, constellations, types of galaxies, space missions, and much more, showcasing amazing astrophotography that brings each topic to life"--Provided by publisher.
Wind is a dance / written by Debra Kempf Shumaker ; illustrated by Joše Bisaillon
"What's the wind like today? Is it a feather drifting slowly to the ground or an excited puppy running after a butterfly? A train barreling down the tracks or a helpful hand pushing you along? Winds can be soft, strong, fast, lazy and everything in betwee…
Checkups, shots, and robots : true stories behind how doctors treat us / written and illustrated by David Rickert.
"Comic-format stories explore the origins and histories of medicine and medical breakthroughs from ancient herbal remedies to modern vaccines, with activities guiding readers in researching more medical history and how to draw comics"--Provided by publish…
Math : a do-it-yourself study guide / Concetta Ortiz, Matt Fazio.
"MYSTIFIED BY MATH? Make learning easy with this do-it-yourself study guide that includes everything kids need to know to tackle middle school math!...[This book] includes key facts and super-helpful illustrations, tables, diagrams, and vocab that explore…
Togo to the rescue : how a heroic husky saved the lives of children in Alaska / written by Mélisande Potter ; illustrated by Giselle Potter.
"In January 1925, the community of Nome, Alaska, was overcome by an outbreak of diphtheria, a deadly disease that affected mostly children. If that weren’t enough, a blinding snowstorm prevented all travel to and from the rural town. Who would deliver the…
My Little Golden Book about vikings / by Andy Stjern ; illustrated by Matt Kaufenberg.
"This nonfiction Little Golden Book is filled with amazing facts about the history of the Vikings and told through beautiful illustrations--perfect for preschoolers! Set sail with the adventurous, fearless Vikings! This informative Little Golden Book is f…
1000 amazing record breakers / [author Andrea Mills ; senior editor Rob Horobin].
"This fantastic book of world records for children aged 9+ showcases the greatest human achievements, from pioneering inventors to modern feats of engineering, technology, transport, and sport. But there's far more than just people power in this book! The…
American Indians' right to vote / by Liz Sonneborn.
"In this book, early fluent readers will learn about democracy, the voting process in the United States, and the struggles and successes Americans Indians have gone through to gain and practice their right to vote. Learn why it took until 1924 for all Ame…
A dinosaur a day / [365 incredible dinosaurs to take you through the year] / written by Miranda Smith ; illustrated by Jenny Wren, Xuan Le, Max Rambaldi, Juan Calle, Olga Baumert.
"Discover a new dinosaur for every day of the year! The perfect gift for dinosaur fans ages 6 and up. New day, new dino! Immerse yourself in this unforgettable year-long encounter with the most astonishing creatures ever to walk the Earth. In this gorgeou…
An animal a day  [365 amazing animals to take you through the year] / written by Miranda Smith ; illustrated by Kaja Kajfez, Santiago Calle, Mateo Markov and Max Rambaldi.
"Discover a fascinating new animal for every day of the year! The perfect gift for animal lovers aged 6 and up. New day, new animal! In this gorgeous calendarized collection, you'll travel through the incredible ecosystems and habitats of our wild planet …
5-minute dinosaur stories / Moira Donohue.
"Join National Geographic on an expedition into the past to explore kids’ favorite topic: dinosaurs! These dino-mite true tales are all the ideal length to be read aloud in five minutes, making them perfect for story time, bedtime, or anytime. In these p…
Where is Yellowstone? / by Sarah Fabiny ; illustrated by Stephen Marchesi.
"Established in 1857 as the first national park in the United States, Yellowstone has been drawing visitors to its beautiful landscape for over 150 years. Before it became a national park, the region was home to Native Americans for over 11,000 years, inc…
It happened in Salem / by Jonah Winter ; illustrated by Brad Holland.
"The chilling story of the infamous Salem witch trials is here brought into modern context in picture book form, showing how bias and blame have teamed throughout human history to disastrous effect." --publisher's website.
Cicely Tyson / written by Renée Watson ; illustrated by Sherry Shine.
"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 coul…
Usborne big book of facts / writers: Amy Chiu, Megan Cullis, Alex Frith, Mairi Mackinnon, and Victoria M. Williams ; illustrators: Abiyasa Adiguna, Lynn Bremner, Ross Crawford, Mal Made, Nick Taylor and Carole Verbyst.
"A must-have for any curious mind, this book is packed with fascinating facts, and will take you on a thrilling journey through the world of science, history, geography and so much more. Read from cover to cover, or dip in and out at random, to find out a…
Choosing a cat : how to choose and care for a cat / Laura S. Jeffrey.
"Is a purebred cat or mixed-breed cat right for you? Cats are playful, loving, and clean pets. There are more than seventy breeds and millions of mixed-breed cats in shelters waiting for homes. This book will help readers figure out which cat or kitten is…
Willie Mays / by Anne Wynter ; illustrated by Bea Jackson.
"This Little Golden Book about Willie Mays--the "Say Hey Kid" and 24-time All-Star baseball player--is an inspiring read-aloud for young sports fans and their parents!"--Provided by publisher.
Understanding climate change / written by Andy Prentice and Eddie Reynolds ; illustrated by El Primo Ramón ; climate change experts: Dr. Steve Smith and Dr. Ajay Gambhir ; designed by Jamie Ball and Freya Harrison.
Climate change is having an enormous impact on the world around us--it has become a Climate Crisis. This book uses simple language and vivid illustrations to explain complex questions clearly. How does the climate work? What are we doing to change it? Wha…
Stormy / written by Rebecca Phillips-Bartlett.
"Storms are a common kind of weather people like to watch, and readers discover what weather watchers learn in this engaging and educational look at extreme weather. The science of storms is presented using achievable language, helping readers understand …