Nonfiction

Throughout history, women have banded together to protest and make a difference. Without concern for their personal safety, they have fought for the right to vote, economic parity, a woman's right to choose, and much more. This illustrated book...

Children of all ages love dinosaurs. Now the youngest of kids can learn100 words about them in both English and Spanish. The species are presented in a colorful, nonthreatening way.

This colorful board book introduces young children to some of the amazing animals that live in the ocean including dolphins, sea sponges, and manta rays.

This illustrated biography introduces children to one of America's greatest civil rights heroes, Martin Luther King, Jr.

Have you ever dreamed of being an astronaut, visiting Mars or studying the moon? Open this oversized book and get ready to blast into space! Join an adorable animal crew and learn about the planets. A brief history of space travel and a glossary are...

This informational graphic novel introduces children to the lynx. Children will learn how they live in an entertaining, colorful way.

The book explores government's impact on daily life, including raising money through taxation, security, protecting citizens' rights, organization, and providing services. The author also explains the role of other authorities such as state government...

This book teaches children how Americans have worked to change our society. Beginning with the War for Independence, this book shows the fight for freedom and rights throughout of nation's history.

With its combination of illustrations, photographs, experiments, and fascinating facts, this book featuring Ada Twist teaches children all about bugs.

This book presents 10 women who have dedicated their lives to conservation. Hailing from different countries, they include Rachel Carson, Maria Klenova, Anne Innis Dagg, and Gitanjali Rao. Each biography is accompanied by a quote from the scientist,...

Racism is a centuries-old injustice that seems to grow stronger when times are difficult, or when someone uses it to their advantage. This book strives to clearly spell out what is needed to create a safer, more just world for everybody. It discusses...

Ellen Ochoa teaches young children about engineering in space exploration in a fun way.

In this colorful, bilingual board book, Ellen Ochoa introduces young children to the endless possibilities of computers, algorithms, and coding.

How can trout be made of trees? Leaves and bacteria, insects and fish, bears and people are all part of a large circle of growth, eating, and life. This book teaches children about the food web, trout life cycle, and conservation.

For José Andrés, a meal has always been so much more than a plate of food. It's a way to celebrate friendship and offer support in times of tragedy. This picture book biography shows how he rose in his culinary career and went on to create...

In this delicately illustrated book, Antonio García Teijeiro pays tribute to 12 women writers from Spain and Latin America. Hailing from different time periods, the authors include Gabriela Mistral, Rosalía de Castro, María Teresa Andruetto, and Gloria...

Did you know that there are over a billion sheep on this planet or that being a shepherd is one of the oldest professions in the world? Have you ever wondered how their milk is turned into cheese or their wool into clothes? This illustrated book...

Striking photographs of animals teach children their colors while they marvel at the diverse beauty of nature.

There are so many species that we admire for their size, agility, swiftness, and other winning traits. In this book, Melissa Stewart celebrates the underdogs of the animal kingdom, including the slow Galapagos turtle, the stinky hoatzin, and the shy...

It's very important for children to have self-esteem and a positive image of themselves. This uplifting book is filled with affirmations and words of encouragement that will fill readers will pride in themselves.

This book teaches children about important American symbols and holidays. They include the bald eagle, the Statue of Liberty, Juneteenth, and Thanksgiving.

The book explores the institutions and systems of American government as a constitutional republic, and the reasons for them, including roles of President, Congress, Supreme Court, state government and other national and international bodies. Historical...

The book explores what it means to be a citizen of the USA, with a focus on both rights and responsibilities of citizens and political involvement, ways of obtaining citizenship. Historical topics/events covered include Colonial era, Bill of Rights...

Is that strange creature a monster? No, it's an axolotl! This book introduces children to this intriguing animal and discusses how pollution is affecting its natural habitat in Mexico City.

Meet Ruben Salazar, the first Mexican American columnist for the Los Angeles Times. This bilingual board book shows young children how he became a leading figure in the Chicano Movement of the 1960s.

This bilingual board book introduces children to Policarpa Salavarrieta, also known as La Pola. She was Colombia's greatest revolutionary in disguise.

This bright, colorful book teaches children first words for colors, numbers, food, animals, and more in both Spanish and English.

You can find mammals in practically every corner of the Earth. Although they are quite varied and live in many different habitats, they all drink their mothers’ milk. This illustrated book teaches children all about mammals. Readers are invited to...

This sturdy board book introduces children to the hedgehog. Children will learn about what they eat and how they live. With adorable illustrations and more text than your average board book, it will appeal to children of many ages.

Multiple award-winning writer Margarita Engle presents the lives of Cuban women artists in different poetic forms. Readers will learn about women from many disciplines and time periods. Historical notes are included.

This illustrated biography presents the life of Supreme Court justice Sonia Sotomayor. Her life and career will inspire readers to follow their dreams and fight for what they believe in.

Every year, across the nation, we celebrate Black History Month. Learn about the impressive life of Carter G. Woodson, founder of this important month-long event. He rose from poverty to become the first African American child of former slaves to...

Meet engineer and astronaut Ellen Ochoa, the first Latina in space! She remains a strong advocate for women and minorities in STEM.

All aboard! Learn about trains in this photo-packed book.

On our planet, there is life all around us. Animals, plants, and organisms seem to be in harmony with their environment. How is this possible? Learn how evolution has shaped today's amazing biological diversity. The graphics in this oversized book...

Why do some scientists believe that dinosaurs were warm-blooded? Why did some small carnivores hunt as a pack? Why did some sauropods eat rocks? Why did triceratops have such sharp teeth? Learn the answers to these and many more questions about...

Butterflies have lived on Earth for millions of years. Discover what you can do to protect them.

This book teaches children about different types of bats and what we can all do to ensure their safety.

Georgina Lázaro presents the life of the great Argentine writer Jorge Luis Borges in verse.

Zelia Nuttall was born in San Francisco in 1857. She grew up to become a leading archaeologist specializing in Meso-America. This book presents her groundbreaking work.