Nonfiction

Tracy likes to draw, make movies, and play, just like other kids. She also has autism spectrum disorder. This means she processes many everyday situations differently, such as making friends. Follow along as Tracy gives a peek at what life is really like...

Part biography, part graphic novel, this book offers an engaging way to learn about Benjamin Franklin.

Based on the life of Valentina Cruz, this book teaches children about the Galapagos Islands and the need to protect the animals that live there.

Why do meerkats stand up? Can ostriches fly? Why don't sea anemones bite clown fish? Why do ants work so hard? Why do chameleons change color? Presented in a question-and-answer format, this book offers curious readers fascinating information about...

Buying green is one way to reduce a person's negative impact on the Earth. In this book, readers will learn about the real issues around the goods that they consume each day.

Time is an important concept for young children to understand. This book helps them understand the days of the week and the passage of time.

Young children will discover that shapes are all around them. Photographs of everyday items will help them understand this concept.

This book helps young chlildren understand the changes each season brings.

This book uses a combination of simple sentences and color photographs to teach young children about the colors they see all around their world.

One just one sentence of text per two-page spread and colorful photographs, this book teaches children about parts of their bodies.

Photographs and short sentences teach young children the numbers from one to ten.

Pangolins look like giant armadillos. This book introduces children to these fascinating animals.

This photo-packed book teaches children how and where Bengal tigers live.

Giant pandas live in Southeastern China. This book teaches children about these adorable animals.

Children will be fascinated to learn about the large, poisonous Indian cobra.

Children will be fascinated to learn about this very large species of bird that is found in just a few Asian countries.

This photo-packed book introduces children to water buffalo, which can be found all over Asia.

Told in verse, this is the story of Lump, a dog immortalized in paintings by Pablo Picasso. Information on Picasso is included at the end.

This book introduces readers to the water cycle, ways we use water each day, and how water scarcity is a worsening problem. Readers will also learn what they can do about this problem in their daily lives, by turning off water when brushing their teeth...

Readers will learn the problems that come along with using too much energy, and how they can take steps to reduce their energy use. They'll discover how simple actions like turning off the lights when you leave a room or closing the refrigerator can make...

This book introduces readers to real-life solutions for dealing with the 'garbage' in their lives.

This book introduces readers to the concept of biodiversity and the challenges facing living things in the biosphere. They'll learn about endangered animals and the ways in which habitats are at risk.

Through eye-catching graphics and accessible text, readers will learn what they can do to help save forest ecosystems, from respecting animals to preventing forest fires.

This book equips readers with fascinating facts about how products are created and recycled, as well as suggestions for how they can recycle in their own lives.

This book uses Nobel Prize-winning scientist Barbara McClintock to help explain genetics to children. Readers will learn about chromosomes, DNA, retroviruses, miosis, cloning, genetic therapy, and more. A glossary is included.

Innovations in technology improve our lives in countless ways. What was once considered impossible, is now reality. This stunning reference introduces children to countless advancements, including autonomous robots, green buildings, biodegradable...

This chapter book biography teaches readers about the courage and tenacity of Malala Yousafzai.

Ada Twist and the Questioneers investigate the science of baking. The book contains a fun mixture of illustrations and photographs as well as two experiments.

Would you like to know the ocean's secrets? Dive into the water with a sea turtle for a tour of a lifetime. You will learn about these bodies of water and the fascinating variety of animals that live in them. This book also talks about the effects of...

Ever since the dawn of humankind, people have been trying to discover why people get sick. The study of medicine has advanced over the centuries to include organ transplants and the eradication of many diseases. This highly detailed book presents the...

What do the first mariners, astronauts, and nocturnal butterflies have in common? Why do the stars hold so many secrets? Who first predicted comets? Throughout history, humans have looked to the sky in search of answers. This book allows children to...

This large format board book introduces young children to animals that live in cities. Kids are invited to look for different animals throughout the artwork as they learn all about our wild neighbors.

Clara loves animals and dreams of working with them when she is older. With the help of her grandfather, she learns all about domesticated animals, animals that live in parks, farm animals, and forest animals. Detailed illustrations help explain the...

This illustrated biography presents the inspirational life of scientist Temple Grandin from childhood to the present. It also provides information on autism, explained in a way readers will understand.

In this bilingual memoir, Monica Brown presents a touching tribute to her mother and grandmother. These important women passed down a love for art, imagination, and adventure. Readers will be inspired to create their own family histories and traditions.

How do plants grow? Join Ada Twist, Scientist, as she investigates. Two experiments are included.

For centuries, the loud, beautiful parrots of Puerto Rico and the island's inhabitants searched for food, survived hurricanes, took care of their young, and protected their homes. Things began to change, and, in 1967, only 24 parrots lived in the wild. ...

This illustrated book presents 40 remarkable Latinas from different time periods and disciplines. They include musician Teresa Carreño, politician Gumercinda Páez, author Isabel Allende, engineer Serena Auñón, and gymnast Lauren Zoe Hernandez. ...

There are many fascinating creatures that live underwater. This interactive board book introduces children to some of them including starfish, crabs, and sharks.

This board book offers an interactive way for young children to learn about vehicles, including bikes, cars, and helicopters.