Nonfiction

Arya is a humpback whale that weighs 30 tons! That's the equivalent of six elephants, yet she is remarkably acrobatic. Follow her as she migrates thousands of kilometers and learn about how this amazing species lives.

The T-Rex was a fierce hunter, but it had short arms. The stegosaurus was not very intelligent, but its tail was deadly. This illustrated book presents the secrets of seven different species of dinosaurs.

Did you know that 70% of the Earth's surface is covered with saltwater? This proves how vital the oceans are in our lives. They are home to countless species of animals and plants. There are many industries associated with the sea, including shipping,...

Written by an educator, this book examines the origins of conflicts and looks at bullying and violence. It teaches children the importance of a support group, shows them how to boost their self-esteem, and explains how to avoid harassment at home and...

This illustrated book teaches children the important roles of some animal dads play in rearing, protecting, and nurturing their young. The species include the gray wolf, salamander, sea horse, and flamingo. Four pages of suggested activities are...

Why do we use time zones, area codes, and zip codes? This book explains how these codes and zones work and why they came to be.

In this fascinating, illustrated book, you will find the strangest planes, the fastest trains, the craziest automobiles, and the most interesting trains. Our civilization has advanced in grand part to the inventors and designers of different modes of...

Pura's abuela always has a cuento to share. She crows ¡Qui-qui-ri-quí! for Señor Gallo, Booms Borom, Borom for Señor Zapo, and tells of a beautiful cockroach who loves a mouse. Pura clings to these stories like coquíes cling to green leaves. When Pura...

This colorful book introduces children to 13 special days from cultures all over the world. They include Kodomo no Hi in Japan, Inti Raymi in Peru, Passover in the United States, and Diwali in India. The holidays are explained in more detail at the end.

Travel along the U.S. Interstate! This leveled reader explores how the geography, history, and economics of interstate roads changed American travel.

Meet Grammy Award Winner Bad Bunny! This biography traces his life from his childhood in Puerto Rico to his rise to fame.

This nonfiction reader describes the geography, history, and culture of United States mountain ranges. It includes engaging activities and text features to build social studies skills.

This photo-packed book teaches children about the similarities and differences between toothed whales and baleen whales. They will learn how they live and what they eat. A four-page section of teaching activities is included.

In nature, everything is connected. Plants and animals have many ways to communicate. They use smell, light, sound, song, and dance. This illustrated book introduces children to the intelligence all around us.

Did you know that the famous Mexican jumping bean is not even a bean? Iit's a home and food source for a caterpillar. This poetic look at the life cycle of the bean also reinforces young children's counting abilities.

Using everyday materials, this book provides over 30 fun, educational experiments. Learn how to make a magnifying glass, create a magic ice cube, mix up invisible ink, make different kinds of magnets, and so much more.

Learn how graphs and data are used to plan a successful concert! This fun math reader teaches students how to read and construct bar graphs, circle graphs, line graphs, line plots, and histograms with fun, real-world examples.

Stephen Hawking's visionary mind revolutionized our concept of reality. His struggle with ALS inspired millions. He always approached life with courage, a sense of humor, and endless curiosity. His story will encourage readers to look at the world...

Known for being a big, flightless bird, ostriches have one other claim to fame--they are the largest bird in the world! This giant bird is taller than even the tallest human in history. Young explorers will love learning more about what makes the ostrich...

What is the biggest reptile in the world? There's a lot of top contenders in that competition, but none can come close to the saltwater crocodile! This massive crocodilian is both the longest reptile and the heavy reptile around. Young readers will love...

The giant weta is one massive bug! Weighing more than a mouse, this giant bug was once found all over New Zealand. Now, some scientists from New Zealand are trying to bring the population back! Giant wetas might look creepy, but they're a very important...

Laura is very excited to visit her hometown with her children. When she arrives, she is horrified to find that the forest has been chopped down. After the trip, she organizes a campaign against deforestation. This book, with its innovative fold-out...

Blue whales are bigger than big! Not only are blue whales the biggest mammals, but they're also the biggest vertebrates in the entire world. Bigger than any mammal we know of on dry land, young biologists will love learning how blue whales survive in the...

Buzz is a little worried about learning about insects, but Fly Guy teaches him and readers how fascinating they can be.

What is the biggest amphibian in the entire world? The giant salamander! This endangered water monster is a master at camouflaging into its wet home. Lurking in underwater crevasses and beneath rocks, the giant salamanders are so tough to spot, even...

This colorful board book takes young children on a tour of New York City. They will experience the sites and sounds of the different boroughs.

Introduce young children to 100 words related to the ocean and the marine life that live in it. This bilingual board book is sure to make a splash!

This book details how Route 66 changed American life. It stretched more than 2,000 miles and was one of the first major U.S. highways. Readers will learn the important role this road played in United States industries and culture, including its...

Whale sharks are not just the biggest shark in the ocean. Whale sharks are also the largest vertebrate non-mammal in the world! But that's not the only amazing thing about this massive ocean monster. Young readers will love discovering not only what...

Discover where and how koalas live in this photo-packed book.

Mexican artists Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera were a power couple of the art world. This bilingual board book introduces their lives and talent to young children.

This biography traces Pura Belpre's life from her childhood in Puerto Rico to her important work in the New York Public Library. She wrote her own books to introduce her culture to the world.

This picture book biography introduces children to Leonardo da Vinci, the great Renaissance artist and inventor.

This bilingual board book introduces children to the amazing city of Los Angeles. They will be enthralled by its glamour, charm, and culture.

This picture book biography features Jane Goodall, the scientist and conservationist who is famous for her work with chimpanzees.

Each picture book biography in this New York Times best-selling series tells the story of a significant historical figure in a simple, conversational, playful way, always focusing on a character trait that makes the hero a role model for kids. This...

After escaping from slavery herself, Harriet Tubman risked her life and her freedom to help other enslaved people reach safety via the Underground Railroad. She is one of America's most important humanitarian and civil rights heroes.

Award-winning novelist Sergio Ramírez presents the life of Nicaraguan poet Ruben Dario, who was one of the leading figures in the modernism literary movement.

You might think you have a good idea about how your brain works, but it is more complex than you might imagine. This illustrated book teaches you about its different parts, how it interacts with other systems in your body, how we learn, and the...

Manu National Park in Peru is home to more kinds of monkeys than anywhere else in the world. This illustrated book introduces children to 14 of them and explains how they live. Additional information on the species is provided at the end of the book.