Kids Non-fiction

"In the mid-nineteenth century, most women who weren't raising families became teachers or nurses. But Clara Driscoll longed to be an artist, drawing inspiration from nature: from every flower, weed, dragonfly, and even cobweb on her family's farm. After …

"What do Yellowstone’s Grand Prismatic Spring, Peru’s Vinicunca mountain, the star Betelgeuse, and a drop of water have in common? Rainbows! In this iridescent collection, Joyce Sidman, Nikki Grimes, Janet Wong, and seventeen other poets explore bursts of…

"This is a kids’ book about boredom. We all know what it’s like to feel bored, but did you know that being bored is actually one of the most wonderful and powerful things in life? Some of the best things ever created or discovered happened when someone wa…

"Type 1 diabetes is a chronic illness which affects a lot of people, and being diagnosed can feel scary. This author shows kids that diabetes can be managed and how to thrive in their new reality. Learn about what type 1 diabetes is, things to look out fo…

"Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is something that affects kids and families all over the world. This book can kickstart the journey to a better understanding of autism and those who live with it. It dives into what it's like to live with autism while remi…

"Count your way from 1 to 20 through the animal kingdom, meeting striped, spotted, shiny, spiky, and even see-through creatures as you go. This colorful picture book teems with Sartore’s dazzling portraits of animals both familiar and little known—includi…

This biography of basketball superstar Caitlin Clark is designed to introduce children to essential nonfiction reading skills. Learn about her athletic childhood, college basketball career, and success in the WNBA.

"This is a kids’ book about God. Who is God? Where do I go when I die? Is God even real? This book answers none of these questions, but it asks them all! This book was made to help kids aged 5-9 start conversations about God. With a light but thoughtful t…

"This is a kids’ book about online safety. Being online is a regular part of our day-to-day lives. But…not everyone online is a kind person, or has the best intentions. Thankfully, practicing online safety can help us address that. The internet is a wonde…

"From the expansive universe to tiny micro-ecosystems, Nature School: Planet Earth explores the intricacies of the planet we call home. Discover details about Earth’s stunning structure, its amazing atmosphere, and the foremost features that enable it to …

"Factology: Ocean is a fact-filled introduction to our planet’s vast ocean and its inhabitants, presented in maps, timelines, diagrams and statistics. Did you know that a blue whale weighs about the same as 33 elephants? Get ready to find out even more f…

"Plunge into the deep blue sea and explore the world's most incredible marine habitats, from multicolored coral reefs and towering kelp forests to hidden tide pools and vast seagrass meadows. Meet the unbelievable creatures that live in this underwater re…

"Imagine what you could do with if. Build a tree house, ride your bike back in time, catch a firefly like a tiny star in the palm of your hands and let it go to make a wish--anything, when it starts with if. Because if is where your imagination begins, wh…

"From the Boston Tea Party to the Capitol Crawl, inspire young activists in this bold nonfiction picture book that explores 25 moments of protest, resistance and revolution throughout American history. In a powerful celebration of the United States' 250th…

"Zero has had quite a journey. Symbols for 'nothing' and supporting concepts like place value were created, abandoned, and recreated over thousands of years across the globe. Respected children’s author and consummate researcher Sarah Albee lays out the h…

"Learning new words is now easier for children aged 7+ with the Children’s Visual Dictionary. Clear, simple illustrations depict words and phrases in a visual way for easy learning, helping to explain the meanings of more than 9,000 words and phrases...Ch…

"Find out what's inside your body in this child-friendly guide to what the human body can do, how it works and how you can look after it. From pumping blood to breathing in, this bright and graphic body book is the perfect introduction to the amazing mach…

"Tony Hawk, also known as "Birdman," knew from an early age that he was special. Using skateboarding as an outlet for his excess energy, he became a professional skateboarder by age fourteen. He then went on to be named the National Skateboard Association…

"An interactive, illustrated guide perfect for any burgeoning plant lover! Research shows plants can keep us (and our living spaces) happier and healthier. This illustrated guide breaks down everything from basic light and water needs to soil and temperat…

"Factology: Vikings is a fact-packed introduction to the Age of the Vikings, including their culture, mythology, battle tactics and lasting impact on the history of Europe. Did you know that the Vikings weren’t just one people? The pillaging pirates who …

"Jam-packed with imaginative ideas for all kinds of creative crafts . . . this book will make YOU an artist! Pick up your pencils, collect your collage materials, and take inspiration from 25 of the world's best-known artists in this fact-filled book full…

"Learn the names and features of butterflies and moths with this...book. With notes, photos, and illustrations of more than 100 species, you'll soon be able to tell the purple emperor butterfly from the emperor moth and the Indian leaf butterfly from the …

"Myths! Lies! Recycling scams? Discover the real story behind the first Earth Day celebration and some of the biggest US climate catastrophes--and their solutions!"--Provided by publisher.

"A playful introduction to the axolotl"--Provided by publisher.

"Beginning in Italy, the Renaissance was a cultural movement that spread throughout Europe and affected art, science, technology, politics, and thought. From the 1300s to the beginning of the 1600s, scholars started to question what they knew and looked t…

This book "celebrates the lives and accomplishments of women from Cleopatra to Taylor Swift in 110 delightful stories, illustrated by 80 female artists from every corner of the globe. In these pages, you will break records with Simone Biles, build master…

"Discover simple ways children can look after themselves, from naming feelings and moving their body, to building boundaries and caring for their friends! Learning to look after yourself is an important part of growing up, and it can also be fun! By bein…

"Maya Wei-Haas introduces young readers to the fascinating world of rocks through the art of observation. Starting with a friendly question-and-answer format, she explores the diversity of rocks and minerals and how a rock’s shape, color, or texture help …

"Everything we do is because of the ways our brains work, and everyone’s brain is different. Seriously! But our world doesn’t operate in a way that is accepting of each brain type. Neurodiversity is what makes our world beautiful, and this author teaches …

"In 1800, President John Adams held the first formal Christmas dinner at the newly built White House. In 1878, President Rutherford B. Hayes observed Easter with a public “Egg Roll.” But it wasn’t until 2009 that a US president officially celebrated Passo…

"Big mammals like elephants, hippos, and giraffes get a lot of press, but what about the little guys? From pint-sized flying squirrels to itty bitty chipmunks and teeny tiny mouse lemurs, learn all about the mini-est mammals from around the world, depicte…

"Learn how to sketch absolutely anything from with this all-in-one guide for budding artists. With simple steps and easy-to-follow tutorials, you’ll master drawing subjects like zoo animals and house pets, lush forests and sandy beaches, and even facial e…

"Combining drawing tutorials with motivational messages that encourage artists to draw and think freely, How to Draw Kawaii Manga Characters inspires...[readers] to unleash their creativity in the most entertaining way possible. This engaging and easy-to-…

"More than a drill-and-kill workbook, it’s a 'how to' and 'here’s why,' that can be used to supplement classroom instruction, or for test prep, additional practice, and review. Exercises include essay writing, reading comprehension, grammar, sentence stru…

"What are tools? How do they help us make things?...From rulers, hammers, and saws, to drills, nuts, and bolts, Gibbons covers basic hand tools and shows them in action! Clear diagrams display how tools work, accompanied by simple text that is accessible …

"Once a year, the streets of Stemville transform into a race track for the Big Race. Fighting to win the trophy include logical tortoise, Wilbur Hardshell, and gutsy hare, Frankie Thunderfoot. As the teams gear up, discover the thrilling arena of race car…

"Dive into the dynamic habitat of the Earth’s one ocean and discover the many ways sea creatures move through their watery world, from kelp forest fish to swift hunters and long-distance travelers riding ocean currents across the globe. Learn about over 3…

"Empowering children to cherish and protect their linguistic heritage. My Language Rights dives into the vibrant world of languages in our communities, showing how language is more than just words - it carries our stories, memories, and culture"--Provided…

"From imaginative child to visionary storyteller, Toni Morrison was a fiercely inspiring writer that helped change the world. This poetic picture book is part love letter and part biography, praising the power of this Nobel Prize winner. With its tender r…

"Introducing Lonely Planet Kids’ Atlas of Cats, this is the purr-fect book for curious kids who want to learn more about one of the world's most beloved pets. From the Siamese and the Siberian to the Puma and the Caracal, this book will take readers on a …

"With their distinctive waddle and quack, quack, ducks are one of the most recognizable birds in the world. But did you know there are 150 types of ducks living on six continents? Discover how ducks swim, dive, feed, communicate, build nests and raise th…

"Embark on a city adventure as eight kids navigate urban life, exploring essential places, learning about community helpers, and fostering confidence and independence in young readers. In Where To? A Trip Around the Neighborhood, join eight adventurous f…

"Before he became the president, Barack Obama was a little boy called Barry. Amid a happy childhood in Hawaii and Indonesia, he also yearned for a better understanding of Black history and culture, and a better sense of his own identity as a Black America…

"If Kamala can, so can I! From the...Young People's Poet Laureate comes a powerful and inspiring picture book that shares how each milestone and moment in Kamala Harris's life represents something that lies within young readers' reach, too—building commun…

"Unlock the secret world of words and discover the building blocks of language, from prefixes and suffixes to root words and bases, in a visual reference book for learning about morphology that will boost vocabulary and improve spelling skills"--Provided …

"For young readers, an inspiring story about a river, a successful Native-led movement for environmental justice, and the making of a scientist"--Provided by publisher.

"It’s 1983, and American artist Joan Mitchell is in her studio outside Paris, transforming her emotions and memories into a symphony of colors and shapes. Inspired by her friend’s description of an idyllic hidden valley in France, Mitchell creates 21 mass…

"Before James Baldwin was a celebrated novelist, essayist, playwright, poet, and activist, he was a boy who fell in love with stories. Words opened up new worlds for young Jimmy, who read and wrote at every opportunity. He ultimately realized his dreams o…

"From the rocky coastline of Maine to the lush rainforests of Hawaii, read about the many different places American kids call home and about 50 real kids who live there. In Iowa, Amelia and her dad soar through the skies in their red-and-white-striped pl…

"On the morning of November 21, 1980, two small boats set out from Cape Cod for Georges Bank, a prosperous fishing ground one hundred miles out to sea. The National Weather Service had forecast typical fall weather, and the young crew aboard the Sea Fever…

"Gather some basic tools and supplies from a hardware store, garage, basement, woodshop, or recycling bin. Now get ready to tinker, explore, and engineer with screws, bendy wire, metal washers, plastic pipes, dowels, electronics, LED lights, and more! Mak…

"Maurice Stokes was a remarkable basketball player. Standing six-foot-seven, he could score, defend, rebound, dribble, and pass like no one else his size. Playing for the NBA's Rochester Royals, he was named Rookie of the Year in 1956 and became the leagu…

"Before the world’s great scientists were scientists, they were, in fact, doing all the things kids do: Taking things apart, putting things together, gazing up at the night sky, drawing, imagining, building, and exploring. Things that scientists do, too. …

"From actor and die-hard baseball fan Patrick Renna comes practical advice full of wit and humor about baseball (and life)-complete with a customizable dedication page for a very special slugger. With dozens of "unwritten" rules about baseball and the gam…

"The Earth’s crust shakes, water swells, lava flows, and glaciers advance. In this..picture book, the landforms created by Earth's powerful forces are examined through compelling concrete poetry. From canyons to volcanos, archipelagoes to hoodoos, take a …

"With bodies home to hollow bones and weighing about the same as a handful of sand, Arctic terns are designed for flight. And fly they do. These remarkable animals migrate an astonishing 18,000 miles—from pole to pole and back again—each year. Along the w…

"As a young girl, playwright Lorraine Hansberry walked everywhere with a notebook, eager to capture the sights, sounds, and stories of the people around her. First Lorraine watched her parents triumph in the Supreme Court case of Hansberry v. Lee. Then sh…

"Six big cats face off against the Death-O-Meter to determine which will be crowned the deadliest of the species. Meet the deadliest big cats on Earth. Whose bite is the most lethal? Is it the stylish tiger? The sneaky leopard? The speedy cheetah? Or so…

This "biography [is] about the beloved TV and movie star, Dick Van Dyke who has been entertaining audiences for more than 70 years.... This Little Golden Book about Dick Van Dyke—the multi-talented star of movies including Mary Poppins and Chitty Chitty B…

"Discover the lives of outstanding people, from designers and artists to scientists. All of them achieved incredible things, yet each began life as a child with a dream. Little Patrick was always trying new sports. From pitching balls to shooting hoops, h…

"Take a Hike is chock full of inspirational text and practical tips,and encourages kids to seek out nature for health benefits and planet protection. Kids who spend more time in nature benefit in mind, body, and spirit! And likewise, benefit the Earth. Th…

"For thousands of years, maps have been helping people find their way--but what can they tell us about our world? Learn about the history of map-making , and the importance of time zones and topography while learning kep map skills--from navigating by th…

"Have you heard the one about the flying monk? Do you know how your bike works? What’s the fastest animal on Earth? From fantastic flying machines and brave explorers of the world to special effects in the sky and gentle giants under the sea, this beauti…

"This book is full of Halloween jokes and recipes for tasty treats, such as Spooky Cookie Bats and Witch Fingers. Jokes, puns, one-liners, and riddles accompany the recipes in bursts on each page, which adds just the right amount of humor!" --publisher's …

"The Kids' Book of Craft Love is filled to the brim with engaging activities that invite the reader...[to] cut and paste, assemble, sticker, build, and turn the two-dimensional sheets into three-dimensional wonders. Cut and fold a paper pencil pouch to ho…

"As the sun sank over the town of Peshtigo, Wisconsin, one warm October night in 1871, a smoky haze hung in the dry air. There had been little rain, and small fires had been rolling through town continuously since the Summer. For weeks the people had trie…

"One fateful night in 1912 the so-called Ship of Dreams turned into a nightmare in the Atlantic Ocean after hitting an iceberg and sinking on its maiden voyage. The tragedy of the Titanic is shown in dramatic original illustrations by award-winning artist…