Children's Virtual New Book Shelf: New Nonfiction April 2025

Zero! the Number That Almost Wasn't by Sarah Albee; Chris Hsu (Illustrator) How did math work before zero existed? A STEM nonfiction book that unpacks a fascinating history of a number we can't imagine our current world without. From place value to being created and destroyed before being created again, zero has had quite a journey. Respected children's author and consummate researcher Sarah Albee lays out the history of zero alongside the complications that initially hampered its development, including Western imperialism. A riveting nonfiction kids book with a playful feel, Zero! unravels a complicated history in tremendous detail.

Caitlin Clark by Matt Chandler Caitlin Clark was recruited to play college basketball before she even started high school. Her high school career was remarkable, and it only got stronger at the University of Iowa. Clark set records and dominated the game for four straight years as a Hawkeye. It was no surprise when she was picked first in the WNBA draft by the Indiana Fever. From her early days to her professional career, learn all about Clark and how she's changed women's basketball forever in this inspirational sports biography.

Is It Real? the Loch Ness Monster by Candace Fleming Put on your detective hat and prepare all your investigative tools, because you've been assigned a new case to solve: the mystery of the Loch Ness Monster! Follow along as award-winning author Candace Fleming uses all of her nonfiction tools and storytelling prowess to investigate the enduring mystery surrounding the existence of the Loch Ness Monster. Nestled in the lush green hills of the Scotland Highlands lies Loch Ness, a deep, murky lake with a storied history. It is also the home of the Loch Ness Monster. Numerous stories and photographs by people claiming to have spotted the mysterious monster have surfaced, often gaining immediate fame. But after decades of countless expeditions, documentaries, firsthand accounts, pictures, and videos, the mystery of Nessie continues to haunt us. Now, Sibert Award-winning author Candace Fleming invites you to become a detective and to join the race to uncover the truth. You'll learn how real-life detectives and scientists conduct their investigations to solve the greatest mysteries as the principles of the Scientific Method and more tools for boosting critical thinking and analysis are introduced. You will consider the evidence, see if you can tell the difference between fact and fiction, and maybe you can answer this age-old question about the Loch Ness monster: Is it real?

How Elegant the Elephant by Marla Frazee (Illustrator); Mary Ann Hoberman A rollicking collection of poems about the enchanting world of animals and insects, from former children's poet laureate and New York Times bestselling author Mary Ann Hoberman and Caldecott Honoree illustrator Marla Frazee. So many kinds of animals So many shapes and sizes So many funny spots and dots So many strange disguises With her signature wordplay and wit, former children's poet laureate Mary Ann Hoberman celebrates the magnificence, ingenuity, and quirky qualities of creatures big and small. This thoughtfully crafted collection features sixty of Mary Ann's personal favorite poems curated from her sixty-five-year body of work, as well as eight new poems.  From a fine fat pig and backward running porcupines to a beastly card game and a yoga class for agile animals, this memorable menagerie is cunningly brought to life by three-time Caldecott Honoree Marla Frazee, in an imaginary world where the characters meet and tell an entertaining tale all their own. A tour de force collection of poems and pictures by two legendary talents, this book creates a world that readers will never want to leave.

Science Comics: Deep-Sea Creatures by Mike Lawrence Take the plunge with Science Comics: Deep-Sea Creatures! Science Comics is a popular STEM graphic novel series with over a million copies in print! Every volume of Science Comics offers a complete introduction to a particular topic--dinosaurs, the solar system, volcanoes, bats, robots, and more! In this volume, you'll see real-life sea creatures like giant isopods, colossal squids, blood-sucking lampreys, and horrific anglerfish. Unravel the mysteries of how these creatures evolved to survive where there is no light, hardly any food, and water pressure so intense it would squash you like a sea slug! Turn the page and prepare to go deep!

a Day in the Life of a Scientist by DK Help your child power up their reading skills and learn all about a scientist's day with this fun-filled nonfiction reader carefully leveled to help children progress. DK Super Readers Level 1: A Day in the Life of a Scientist will help kids learn about a scientist's important work and includes fun facts and a quiz to support development. It is a motivating introduction to using essential nonfiction reading skills, proving ideal for children ready to enter the riveting world of reading. DK Super Readers take children on a journey through the wonderful world of nonfiction: traveling back to the time of dinosaurs, learning more about animals, exploring natural wonders, and more, all while developing vital nonfiction reading skills and progressing from first words to reading confidently. The DK Super Readers series can help your child practice reading by: Covering engaging, motivating, curriculum-aligned topics. Building knowledge while progressing core Grades 1 and 2 reading skills. Developing subject vocabulary on topics such as a day in the life of a scientist. Boosting understanding and retention through comprehension quizzes. Each title, which has been leveled using MetaMetrics®: The Lexile Framework for Reading, integrates science, geography, history, and nature topics so there's something for all children's interests. The books and online content perfectly supplement core literacy programs and are mapped to the Common Core Standards. Children will love powering up their nonfiction reading skills and becoming reading heroes. DK Super Readers Level 1 titles are visually engaging and build vocabulary through a nonfiction world of amazing facts. They are perfect for children ages 6 to 8 (Grades 1 and 2) who are beginning to read with help.

El Pez Arcoíris by Marcus Pfister; David Bowles (Translator) The beloved story about sharing and friendship in a new Spanish translation by award-winning Mexican-American author David Bowles. La historia querida sobre compartir y amistad en una nueva traducción al español hecho por un escritor chicano premiado. The Rainbow Fish is the most beautiful fish in the entire ocean. Vain and proud, he refuses to share his glittering scales. When the other fish won't play with him, Rainbow Fish learns that by sharing he can make friends and find happiness. This simple story featuring a beautiful fish who learns an important lesson speaks to readers of all languages. A new translation by Mexican-American author and translator David Bowles, winner of an Américas Award, a Pura Belpré Honor and a Batchelder Honor, among other prizes. The Rainbow Fish was originally written in German by Marcus Pfister and has since been translated into over fifty languages! El Pez Arcoíris es el pez más bello de todo el mar. Vanidoso y orgulloso, se niega a compartir sus escamas relucientes. Cuando los otros peces no quieren jugar con él, el Pez Arcoíris aprende que compartiendo puede hacer amistades y encontrar la felicidad. Esta historia sencilla sobre un hermoso pez que aprende una lección importante conmueve a lectores de todos los idiomas. Una nueva traducción hecho por el escritor mexicano-americano David Bowles, ganador de un Américas Award, un Pura Belpré Honor y un Batchelder Honor, entre otros premios. Escrito originalmente en alemán por Marcus Pfister, El Pez Arcoíris ha sido traducido ya a ¡más de cincuenta idiomas!

Diary of a Bee by Stepanka Sekaninova; Linh Dao (Illustrator) Dive into the Bee-utiful World! Follow Matilda, the Bee on her Daily Adventures! Get ready to explore the amazing world of bees through the delightful diary of Matilda, a busy little bee! This beautifully illustrated non-fiction book takes kids on a captivating journey into the hive, revealing the incredible science behind bee life. Follow Matilda and her friend Thomas as they gather nectar, care for the queen, and play their vital roles in nature. Packed with fun facts and a unique diary format, Diary of a Bee makes learning about bee life cycles and their crucial importance to our planet an engaging and buzzing good time for young scientists!  Unlock STEM Learning: Discover the fascinating science behind bee life cycles and their vital role in the ecosystem. Matilda's Daily Buzz: Follow a hardworking bee's engaging diary entries, revealing the secrets of the hive. Fun and Informative: Combines captivating storytelling with lively illustrations and real bee facts that will be engaging and memorable for children.  Explore Bee Jobs: Learn about the different roles bees play, from tidying up the cells, packing pollen, feeding others, to collecting nectar, building new cells, foraging, and so much more! Unique Diary Format: Makes learning about bees accessible and exciting for young readers. A buzzing good read!  Spark Environmental Awareness: Fosters an understanding and appreciation for the crucial importance of bees in nature. Perfect for Kids Ages 6-9: Ideal for curious kids interested in science, nature, and the environment. For over 75 years, Albatros Media has been crafting original and innovative children's books that are both playful and educational, fostering curiosity and a thirst for knowledge in young minds. We deliver the highest quality children's books from novelty, picture, pop-up, and how-to books, to non-fiction, and fairy tale books.

A Day in the Life of a Firefighter by DK Learn all about a firefighter's day. Make reading your superpower with our non-fiction DK Super Readers! Help your child power up their reading skills and learn all about a day in the life of a firefighter, with this fun-filled non-fiction reader - carefully levelled to help children progress. A Day in the Life of a Firefighter is a beautifully designed reader which will help children to develop social awareness through stunning images of a firefighter's important work. The engaging text has been carefully levelled using Lexiles so that children are set up to succeed. A motivating introduction to using essential non-fiction reading skills. Children will love to find out about the unique and important job of a firefighter.

Coding with Scratch by Max Wainewright Take your coding into the next dimension! Coding with Scratch - Make 3D Games & Graphics starts by showing you how to make 3D graphics and then, step-by-step, it takes you through to making 3D games. Try the challenges and mods and make your games unique. Your adventure in game design begins here! Learn simple Scratch 3D techniques: How to build simple 3D models one layer at a time. Drawing shapes, cloning, animation, and adding perspective. How to make 3D landscapes including a park, a racetrack, a maze, and a city. How to speed up your code by creating your own render blocks and functions that work extra quickly. For children who have had some experience using Scratch.

If You Were a Kid at the Declaration of Independence (1776) by Sonia W. Black; Leo Trinidad (Illustrator) What was it like to be a kid when the Declaration of Independence was signed? In 1776, the Revolutionary War was raging in America. A group of colonial leaders met to write and approve the Declaration of Independence. This document officially declared America's independence from Great Britain. Some of those who rejected British rule were kids! Join Henry, Lavinia, and Isaac as they witness this important time in American history. See how they use their creativity to outwit enemy soldiers and share in their excitement when the Declaration of Independence is signed! ABOUT THIS SERIES: Step back in time to the most relevant historical moments with the best-selling series, "If You Were a Kid"! In an exciting blend of fiction and nonfiction, a fictionalized narrative teaches history through the eyes of kids, while informational text introduces readers to key factual information. With engaging text, illustrations, and photos on every page, "If You Were a Kid" will spark readers' curiosity and imagination, making learning about our past an accessible and unforgettable experience.

Eyewitness Encyclopedia of Animals by DK Experience the world's most incredible animals in one amazing book. Become an eyewitness to the world's most amazing animals in this picture-led encyclopedia which will take children aged 9+ on a tour of the marvellous animal kingdom. Like the hugely successful Eyewitness series itself, Eyewitness Encyclopedia of Animals includes every animal topic children want to read about. The world's most amazing animals are here, from tiny ants to the mighty blue whale and soaring eagles to relaxed sloths. Each page is illustrated with jaw-dropping photography and filled with facts and images that are ideal for children aged 9+. This fact-packed animal encyclopedia for children offers: The next book in the new Eyewitness Encyclopedia series, following the epic Eyewitness Encyclopedia of Everything that's sold over 100,000 copies. Exciting photography, more than 1,500 images, and a clear design, familiar from the rebooted Eyewitness series. Features that are full of facts and stats, quizzes, and interviews with experts, including deep sea explorers and veterinary surgeons, who answer kids' questions about what they do and why they love it. Eyewitness Encyclopedia of Animals introduces the ultimate guide to the wonders of wildlife, from deadly predators to beautiful butterflies, all as you've never seen them before. And meet the experts who study them, from entomologists to zoologists, in absorbing Q&As that explain what they do. With its mix of nerdy knowledge, fun facts, and incredible images, this extraordinary book will keep kids engaged for hours.

Where To? 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 friends as they embark on a journey through their city, tackling everyday challenges and exploring exciting places like the post office, photo studio, museum, and more. Each child faces unique situations, offering young readers a chance to navigate urban life, solve problems, and discover the wonders hidden in familiar places. This engaging book not only introduces children to the layout of a city and essential services but also empowers them with problem-solving skills. Packed with educational delights, it combines practical information with fascinating facts about community helpers and professions. Fostering confidence and independence, this playful guide encourages kids to explore their surroundings with curiosity. Perfect for young readers aged 6-9, this book promises an entertaining and educational experience, instilling a sense of capability and sparking interest in the city's intricacies. With vibrant illustrations and hidden details to discover, this book ensures that learning about the world around us is both fun and enlightening.

My Book of Bugs by Ben Hubbard Learn all about the fascinating world of minibeasts - from bees to butterflies, beetles, and more. This book is an exciting introduction to the seven major insect groups and includes profiles for over 40 amazing insects, such as the stag beetle, monarch butterfly, and honey bee. Grab your magnifying glass and head out to discover all about insects - their different types, body structures, and behaviors. Filled with eye-catching images and bite-sized information, young nature enthusiasts aged 5-7 will marvel at the mind-boggling facts about these adaptable creatures. This informative bug book for children offers: Clear and friendly text on bugs and characteristics using annotations and straightforward text. Fact files on more than 40 species, with top-trump style comparisons and digestible information. An introduction to new and interesting information in this successful series for young learners. My Book of Bugs is an engaging and informative introduction to insects, with age-appropriate text, photographs, and illustrations on every page. This book will not just teach children about fascinating bugs, but will also make them understand and respect the environment. Complete the series This engaging guide to bugs is part of the My Book of series of educational books for children. Whatever your subject, why not complete the series with My Book of Cats and Kittens, My Book of Dogs and Puppies, My Book of Rocks and Minerals, My Book of Horses and Ponies, My Book of the Elements, My Book of Stars and Planets, and My Book of Fossils?

Photo Ark 1-2-3 by Debbie Levy A delightful number-themed picture book pairing spectacular animal photos by National Geographic photographer Joel Sartore with lively poems by New York Times best-selling author Debbie Levy. 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-including some of the most adorable baby animals on the planet! The photos are part of Sartore's mission to photograph all the animal species in human care, with special attention given to rare and endangered species. Levy's playful poems present the animals in fresh, often quirky combinations, such as "2 You Can See Through," featuring "A fish with a view, / A jelly too." A beautiful gift book for animal lovers of any age, and a very special counting book for young children.

a Day in the Life of a Marine Biologist by DK Help your child power up their reading skills and learn all about a marine biologist's day with this fun-filled nonfiction reader carefully leveled to help children progress. DK Super Readers Level 1: A Day in the Life of a Marine Biologist will help kids learn about the work marine biologists do and includes fun facts and a quiz to support development. It is a motivating introduction to using essential nonfiction reading skills, proving ideal for children ready to enter the riveting world of reading. DK Super Readers take children on a journey through the wonderful world of nonfiction: traveling back to the time of dinosaurs, learning more about animals, exploring natural wonders, and more, all while developing vital non-fiction reading skills and progressing from first words to reading confidently. The DK Super Readers series can help your child practice reading by: Covering engaging, motivating, curriculum-aligned topics. Building knowledge while progressing core Grade 1 and 2 reading skills. Developing subject vocabulary on topics such as marine biology. Boosting understanding and retention through comprehension quizzes. Each title, which has been leveled using MetaMetrics®: The Lexile Framework for Reading, integrates science, geography, history, and nature topics so there's something for all children's interests. The books and online content perfectly supplement core literacy programs and are mapped to the Common Core Standards. Children will love powering up their non-fiction reading skills and becoming reading heroes. DK Super Readers Level 1 titles are visually engaging and build vocabulary through a nonfiction world of amazing facts. They are perfect for children ages 6 to 8 (Grades 1 and 2) who are beginning to read with help.

I Know Dino! by Sabrina Ricci; Garret Kruger Get the deets on dinos and find out how we know what we know about them, from the hosts of the popular podcast I Know Dino! Dinosaurs have been extinct for millions of years, but the world of dinosaur science has never been more alive! Over the last few decades, amazing scientific discoveries have transformed what we know about dinosaurs. And it turns out that a lot of what we thought we knew about them was ... totally wrong. Fortunately, prehistory pros and podcast hosts Sabrina Ricci and Garret Kruger are here to parse dino-fact from dino-fiction and examine the incredible history of paleontology along the way. Did you know scientists once thought Brachiosaurus could walk to the bottom of a lake and breathe through nostrils on top of its head? (False.) They also believed that Stegosaurus's back plates lay flat on its body like a turtle shell! (They didn't.) In this book, you'll find fact-packed profiles of your favorite dinosaur species. You'll learn scientists' (often wrong!) first impressions of them, and then find out how new discoveries changed our understanding. Each profile is full of incredible dino illustrations, including sketches of what we used to think each species looked like. Sprinkled throughout the dinosaur profiles, readers will also find features and sidebars all about dinosaur mysteries, battles between paleontologists, movie dinosaurs, and more! Science is alive and constantly changing, and this fascinating, colorful guide to the evolution of dinosaur knowledge shows us that there's always more to learn!

Make a Pretty Sound by Eleanor Davis (Illustrator); Traci N. Todd Once upon a time, children's music was just Mother Goose, nursery songs, and lullabies. And then came Ella Jenkins. Ella Jenkins is an American folk singer and living legend dubbed "The First Lady of Children's Music." For nearly 70 years, she has been writing and performing music that has entertained and engaged generations of young listeners. In Make a Pretty Sound, Ella's life and legacy are captured in vibrant sights, sounds, and stories that leap right off the page. Born in St. Louis, Missouri, and raised in Chicago, Ella grew up loving music of all kinds--the call-and-response of Cab Calloway, the exciting rhythms of Moroccan and Indian records spun in a local record shop, the bluesy notes her uncle teased from his harmonica. She listened to music from around the world, and no matter what language it was in, she could feel what it meant--the bridge in understanding and feeling that music offers from one heart to another. When she began working with children, she knew just what to do. She knew music would offer children a kinetic learning experience that engaged them physically, verbally, and empathetically, creating community out of song. Soon, she was recording her own albums and became an international star. In these beautifully illustrated pages, Ella's journey--from the gritty streets of Chicago to the classrooms where she found her calling to an opportunity to raise her voice for freedom alongside Martin Luther King, Jr., to the spotlight of the world's stage--is rhythmically, joyfully, brilliantly illuminated. For readers familiar with Ella Jenkins or new to her work, this nonfiction picture book offers a treasury of inspiration that touches on American history, civil rights, cultural awareness, and the incredible power of music. A LIVING LEGEND: Drawing on personal interviews the author conducted with Ella and her manager, this is Ella's story told in her own words. For all who have felt the impact of her work in children's programming, in classrooms, and in their homes, this is a wonderful opportunity to explore the legacy of an artist who offers children the gift of music and the gift of knowing that another human heart reaches out to theirs. LYRICAL TEXT AND ART: Rhythmic text and colorful illustrations celebrate the musicality of Ella's life and convey the singular joy that is found in the sharing of music! BEAUTIFUL GIFT BOOK: With extraordinary writing and beautiful art, this book makes a perfect present for any young reader who loves music, biographies, or both. Perfect for: Fans of Ella Jenkins Parents, teachers, and caregivers of children who love music Teachers and librarians looking for a great picture book biography Anyone interested in multicultural music for kids Readers who enjoy the Little People, BIG DREAMS and Who Is/Who Was biography series Gift givers looking for a children's music book for birthday, holiday, or any celebratory occasion

A Day in the Life of a Pilot by DK Help your child power up their reading skills and learn all about a pilot's day with this fun-filled non-fiction reader carefully levelled to help children progress. DK Super Readers Level 1: Pilot will help kids learn about a pilot's important work and includes fun facts and a quiz to support development. It is a motivating introduction to using essential nonfiction reading skills, proving ideal for children ready to enter the riveting world of reading. DK Super Readers take children on a journey through the wonderful world of non-fiction: travelling back to the time of dinosaurs, learning more about animals, exploring natural wonders and more, all while developing vital non-fiction reading skills and progressing from first words to reading confidently. The DK Super Readers series can help your child practice reading by: Covering engaging, motivating, curriculum-aligned topics. Building knowledge while progressing key Years 1 to 3 reading skills. Developing subject vocabulary on topics such as a day in the life of a pilot. Boosting understanding and retention through comprehension quizzes. Each title, which has been levelled using MetaMetrics®: The Lexile Framework for Reading, integrates science, geography, history and nature topics so there's something for all children's interests. The books and online content perfectly supplement core literacy programs and are mapped to the National Curriculum standards. Children will love powering up their non-fiction reading skills and becoming reading heroes. DK Super Readers Level 1 titles are visually engaging and build vocabulary through a non-fiction world of amazing facts. They are perfect for children ages 6 to 8 (Years 1, 2, and 3) who are beginning to read with help.

The White House: a Meet the Nation's Capital Book by Lindsay Ward (Illustrator) Explore the White House in this fun and interactive picture book in the Meet the Nation's Capital series. Perfect for fans Richard Scarry's Busy, Busy World! Welcome to the White House, the home of the president of the United States and the office of the executive branch of government. Thousands of people work here. Jack is visiting his dad, the executive pastry chef. Theo is looking for the First Dog, Penny, who has been missing all morning. And Ellie is on a field trip to tour the building and grounds with her class. What will they see and learn at the White House A fun, interactive book perfect for kids to learn all about the different people who work in and help maintain one of the country's most important and famous buildings. This book also includes educational back matter, a glossary, counting prompts, and search-and-find elements. Don't miss all Lindsay Ward's interactive and informative picture books: Helping Hospital: A Community Helpers Book Trusty Town Hall: A Community Helpers Book Sunnyside School: A Community Helpers Book The Capitol: A Meet the Nation's Capital Book

Who Is Caitlin Clark? by Meri-Jo Borzilleri; Gregory Copeland (Illustrator); Who HQ Learn about the record-breaking career of basketball superstar Caitlin Clark in this Who HQ Now biography featuring newsmakers and trending topics. Point guard Caitlin Clark took the world of college basketball by storm when she began playing for the University of Iowa in 2020, earning 27 points in her first game alone. By the end of her college career, Caitlin broke the record for total NCAA career-scoring points by scoring 3,951 points over her four years as an Iowa Hawkeye. The high-scoring athlete grabbed the attention of the world--over 14 million viewers tuned in to watch her playoff games in April of 2024. When it came time to be drafted onto a professional basketball team in the WNBA, Caitlin was the first pick of the first round and was selected by the Indiana Fever. Learn all about the beloved number 22 in this inspiring book that is perfect for basketball fans and young athletes.

DK Super Planet Look at These Landforms! by DK Explore the breathtaking variety of landforms that shape our planet--from deep ocean trenches to vast plateaus and the highest mountains on Earth! DK Super Planet Look at these Landforms! Is part of the new DK Super Planet series and encourages young minds to delve into the wonders of our planet. Aligned with science and earth science curricula, this title is part of the dynamic new DK Super Planet series which invites young minds to delve into the mysteries of our planet and beyond. It builds background knowledge and covers key content, including how fossil fuels, volcanoes, and mountains are formed and how natural hazards occur. This space book for children offers: A guide to reading through curriculum-aligned content and exciting illustrations. A highly visual approach that makes the association between words and where they originate easier to understand. Material to help children become more confident readers, speakers, and spellers. Captivating and curriculum-aligned content, diagrams and hands-on experiments provide an immersive learning experience while covering core information about a range of landforms. With specially designed sections that build scientific vocabulary and make complex concepts accessible to children, Look at these Landforms! is the ideal companion to any science learning. Transform learning into an adventure with DK Super Planet, where science comes to life on every page.

If You Were a Kid at the March on Washington by Aaron Talley; Josh Gregory; Ana Latese (Illustrator) What was it like to be a kid during the March on Washington? In 1963, the United States was at the peak of the Civil Rights Movement. This was the year when activists from around the country joined forces to organize one of the most important protests in US history: the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom. Some of the marchers who protested for equal rights were kids! Join Eugene and Lori as they march with thousands of other people for a day of unity and celebration that changed the course of history. ABOUT THIS SERIES: Step back in time to the most relevant historical moments with the best-selling series, "If You Were a Kid"! In an exciting blend of fiction and nonfiction, a fictionalized narrative teaches history through the eyes of kids, while informational text introduces readers to key factual information. With engaging text, illustrations, and photos on every page, "If You Were a Kid" will spark readers' curiosity and imagination, making learning about our past an accessible and unforgettable experience.

An Anthology of Butterflies and Moths by Richard Jones A beautiful field guide featuring notes, photos, and illustrations of more than 100 species of butterflies and moths. A compact version of DK's bestselling anthology series, An Anthology of Butterflies and Moths is perfect for young bug enthusiasts aged 7-9 for taking on the go. Children can marvel at the many beautiful and delicate creatures covered, including the monarch butterfly, the blue morpho, the luna moth, and much more - all beautifully detailed through illustrations, photographs, and annotations explaining each one. This impressive butterfly and moth anthology for kids offers: A handheld, compact version of DK's hugely successful Anthology series. A wide selection of species featured throughout, each accompanied by a beautiful photograph and an illustration. A quality gift book, with metallic foil and striking photographs on every page. An Anthology of Butterflies and Moths pairs photography with storybook descriptions that will captivate young readers as they learn about these delicate creatures from all around the world. Featuring photographs of striking creatures and illustrations by the artist behind DK's bestselling Anthology series, as well as plenty of intriguing information, this book will be one to treasure for young nature enthusiasts. More in the series An Anthology of Butterflies and Moths is part of the beautiful, new and compact Anthology spin-off series. Complete the series and nurture your child's curiosity as they explore different mushroom species with An Anthology of Fungi and An Anthology of Rocks and Minerals.

Dinosaurs to Chickens by Nick Lund; Lucy Rose (Illustrator) Kids will love this fascinating evolutionary science book, which showcases over 125 animals in 30 charts and features the most astonishing evolutions in Earth's history. Dinosaurs to Chickens: How Evolution Works showcases over 125 animals in 30 charts that feature most astonishing evolutions in Earth's history! Track the evolution of traits from the Tyrannosaurus Rex's to the chicken, the first insect to the monarch butterfly, the giant sloth to the armadillo and many more. With full-color illustrations throughout, plus a gatefold showing how species connect and evolve via the "Tree of Life", this book makes the science of evolution an exciting and accessible topic for young readers, and will capture the fascination of kids who already love science, dinosaurs and fossils.

The Lonely Goose by Lela Nargi; Anne Hunter (Illustrator) In this lyrical and poignant nonfiction book about loss, follow the lives of a pair of Canada geese as they perform their courtship rituals, raise nests full of chicks, and migrate with the seasons... until one goose has to brave the world alone. Here is how he won her over- He was the best dancer with the most powerful moves. He hissed loudly and bravely. He had a long, sleek neck and a fine bill. This is a stunningly illustrated, moving picture book about two geese bonded for life. They have six eggs, and then six chicks, and they teach them how to fly. But when one of the geese in the partnership becomes ill and dies, what happens to its partner goose? She is forced, suddenly, to brave the world on her own-until a new partner goose comes along, calling to her with his own powerful moves. With scientific facts, a beautiful text, and gorgeous art work, young readers will find themselves inspired to take a closer look at the natural world around them.

Hello, I'm an Axolotl (Meet the Wild Things, Book 4) by Hayley Rocco; John Rocco (Illustrator) Meet the axolotl in this clever, funny, and informative nonfiction picture book, part of a series that focuses on endangered species. "Wild, fun, and truly eye-opening, Meet the Wild Things gets us up close and personal with some of the world's most amazing creatures. With this series, Hayley and John Rocco are doing more than entertaining our kids-they're inspiring them to care about the future of our planet." -Brad Meltzer, bestselling author of the Ordinary People Change the World series Did you know that axolotls have a superpower? They can regrow lost limbs, tails, and even parts of their hearts and brains! And they sparkle! That's because they have special cells in their bodies that reflect light like glitter. Pretty neat, huh? But did you also know the axolotl is endangered and needs our help? While there are about a million axolotls in tanks and aquariums around the world, there are fewer than 500 left in the wild. Chock-full of amazing, kid-friendly facts and inviting artwork from the #1 New York Times bestselling, Caldecott Honoree illustrator of Blackout, the Meet the Wild Things series introduces young readers to endangered animals from around the globe, told from the points of view of the animals themselves.

Planet Place and Time by DK Discover how maps are essential to finding our way around the world in this learn-to-read series. DK Super Planet Place and Time is part of the new DK Super Planet series and encourages children aged 7-11 to delve into the wonders of our planet. Captivating and curriculum-aligned, this book is the perfect support for learning all about maps and how they help us understand the world around us. It builds background knowledge and covers core scientific content, including how to use maps to locate places and recognize their human and physical characteristics. This learn-to-read book for children offers: A guide to reading through curriculum-aligned content and exciting illustrations. A highly visual approach that makes the association between words and where they originate easier to understand. Material to help children become more confident readers, speakers, and spellers. Transform learning into an adventure with DK Super Planet, bringing science to life on every page. Engaging content, diagrams, and hands-on experiments provide an immersive learning experience while covering core information about why maps are an important tool. With specially designed sections that build scientific vocabulary and make complex concepts accessible to children, Place and Time is the ideal companion to any science learning.

A Day in the Life of a Builder by DK Help your child power up their reading skills and learn all about a day in the life of a builder, with this fun-filled non-fiction reader - carefully levelled to help children progress. A Day in the Life of a Builder is a beautifully designed reader which will help children to develop social awareness through authentic images of a day's work for a builder. The engaging text has been carefully levelled using Lexiles so that children are set up to succeed. A motivating introduction to using essential non-fiction reading skills. Children will love to find out about a builder's day - and how a house is built!

Our Country's Presidents by National Geographic Revised and updated to include the winner of the 2024 presidential election, this photo-filled and fact-packed book is a timely must-have reference. National Geographic presents the 45 individuals who have led the U.S. in this up-to-date, authoritative, and lavishly illustrated family, school, and library reference. Key features include- New foreword from Sharon McMahon, author of the New York Times best seller The Small and the Mighty and host of the award-winning podcast Here's Where It Gets Interesting Information about the 2024 election results Comprehensive profiles of all the former presidents along with timelines and descriptions of crucial events during their terms Thematic spreads covering a variety of topics from the history of voting rights and the impeachment process to White House traditions and the career paths that led to the presidency Full-page portraits, famous quotes, and fascinating facts to help kids get to know each leader

Who Is Shohei Ohtani? by James Buckley; Who HQ; Gregory Copeland (Illustrator) Learn about Japanese baseball player Shohei Ohtani and what makes him one of the greatest players of all time! Shohei Ohtani, also known as "Shotime," is widely known for his skills in both pitching and hitting. At the 2016 Japan Series, Ohtani led his team, the Fighters, to victory. He later signed to the Los Angeles Angels in 2017 and earned the title of American League Rookie of the Year in 2018. In 2021, Ohtani made Major League Baseball history with over ten homeruns, over twenty stolen bases, and over one hundred strikeouts. That same year, at only age twenty-seven, he was given the American League Most Valuable Player Award. Young readers will learn about the life and athletic achievements of one of baseball's most iconic players.

What Was the Renaissance? by Roberta Edwards; Who HQ; Gregory Copeland (Illustrator) Discover all there is to know about the Renaissance, the period in history that took Europe from the Middle Ages to modern times! 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 to literature and historical texts to develop new ideas for why things were the way they were. In just a short amount of time, the foundations for European life were uprooted and examined, leading people, including Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo, to explore new ways of thinking and being. Readers will learn why the Renaissance was such a pivotal time in European history and how it still influences us.

Star and the Maestro by Thor Hanson; Matt Schu (Illustrator) This narrative nonfiction picture book about Mozart and the singing starling who stole his heart is based on the true story of the famous composer and his bird. Written by noted biologist and author Thor Hanson and illustrated by acclaimed artist Matt Schu, this kid-friendly tribute to creativity, music, nature, and friendship includes fascinating back matter.  A long time ago in Vienna, Austria, a starling was for sale in a shop. Star wasn't fancy or flashy, but he had a marvelous voice and could mimic intricate songs. When a passerby recognized his own musical composition being chirped, Star found a new friend in Mozart. Mozart purchased Star and took him home to his Vienna apartments, where Star and his maestro continued to compose and make music that echoed around the world and is still played and performed today. Star and the Maestro is based on the true story of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and his pet starling, Star. With a rhythmic, rhyming text and beautiful, detailed illustrations, this picture book will appeal to families, librarians, classroom teachers, and animal and music lovers of all ages. An excellent read-aloud, this entertaining and child-friendly nonfiction picture book is about the special bond between two talented musicians and the unique ways in which humans and animals interact and features extensive back matter by noted biologist Thor Hanson.

Magic Tree House Fact Tracker Graphic Novel: Dinosaurs by Mary Pope Osborne; Jenny Laird (Adapted by); Jomike Tejido (Illustrator) When Jack and Annie got back from their adventure in Magic Tree House #1- Dinosaurs Before Dark, they had lots of questions about dinosaurs. Learn more along with them as they track the facts about these amazing prehistoric creatures--available for the first time ever in a nonfiction graphic novel format! Filled with up-to-date information and fun tidbits from Jack and Annie, the Magic Tree House Fact Tracker Graphic Novels are the perfect way for kids to find out more about the topics they discovered in their favorite Magic Tree House adventures! Find out the answers to things like- What did dinosaurs looked like? Where did they live? How did they survive? What's the difference between flesh-eaters and plant-eaters? And, of course, how did the dinosaurs die? There's so much to learn, so come along on this prehistoric adventure with Jack and Annie as they investigate and discover the world of dinosaurs-it's one readers ages 7-10 won't want to miss! Did you know that there's a Magic Tree House book for every kid? Magic Tree House- Adventures with Jack and Annie, perfect for readers who are just beginning chapter books Merlin Missions- More challenging adventures for the experienced reader Super Edition- A longer and more dangerous adventure Fact Trackers- Nonfiction companions to your favorite Magic Tree House adventures Graphic Novels- All the fun of the original Magic Tree House books, now available in an easy-to-read graphic format with all-new art!

Are We There Yet? by Stacy McAnulty; Elizabeth Baddeley (Illustrator) Hitch a ride on the first road trip across the United States of America in this "droll, easygoing" (Booklist, starred review) nonfiction picture book from Ezra Jack Keats Honor winner Stacy McAnulty and New York Times bestselling illustrator Elizabeth Baddeley! It's 1903 when Dr. Horatio Nelson Jackson bets fifty dollars that he can drive a horseless carriage (a car) across the USA, from California to New York, in less than three months. Considering Dr. Jackson doesn't know how to drive, there are no highways yet, and everyone else who's tried the trip has failed, the odds are stacked against him. Still, he hires a bike racer to act as mechanic, and the two set off in Dr. Jackson's car, the Vermont, with their team mascot, Bud the bulldog. Their trip is far from easy street. The duo must pull the car across streams, drive through deep mud and over rocky terrain, and wait for a stagecoach to bring spare parts. And with no windshield, doors, or a roof, every bump in the road means boingy boingy boingy--until things bounce right out of the car! Then two more teams start out from California, and the race is on! Can a doctor, a bike racer, and a bulldog make it across the finish line first?

This Book Bubbles Over by Nora Nickum; Robert Meganck (Illustrator) This book really pops, full as it is of fascinating bubbles--useful and entertaining, noisy and silencing, lifesaving and dangerous, microscopic and bigger than a sports stadium. What is a bubble? A puff of air, a swirl of gas, temporarily trapped in something else. Perhaps just moments away from popping and disappearing forever. A bubble might look flimsy and insubstantial. But there's more to it than that. A bubble can. . . Last a long time, like the bubble wrap that cushions packages Or pop right away, like a soap bubble It can be inside. . . A liquid, like boiling water Or a solid, like a loaf of bread A bubble can be. . . Lifesaving, like firefighting foam Or dangerous, like the bubble nets whales form to capture fish Delve into bubbles in this follow-up from the team behind This Book Is Full of Holes. Filled with fascinating and unusual examples from diverse STEM fields--including physics, biology, geology, food science, and medicine--this book bubbles over with fun facts about our world. Back matter includes an author's note about the research process, language arts connections, and information about how surface tension makes fun soap bubbles possible. A Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection

Essential Ecosystems by DK Journey around the world to discover the rich and diverse ecosystems that make up our beautiful planet in this learn-to-read series. DK Super Planet Essential Ecosystems is part of the new DK Super Planet series and encourages children aged 7-11 to explore the fascinating environments on our planet. Captivating and curriculum-aligned, this book is the perfect support for learning about the wonders of our planet. It builds background knowledge and covers core scientific content, including tropical rainforests, hot and cold deserts, and savannas. This learn-to-read book for children offers: A guide to reading through curriculum-aligned content and exciting illustrations. A highly visual approach that makes the association between words and where they originate easier to understand. Material to help children become more confident readers, speakers, and spellers. Transform learning into an adventure with DK Super Planet, bringing science to life on every page. Engaging content, diagrams, and hands-on experiments provide an immersive learning experience while covering core information about why maps are an important tool. With specially designed sections that build scientific vocabulary and make complex concepts accessible to children, Essential Ecosystems is the ideal companion to any science learning.

A Day in the Life of a Doctor by DK Help your child power up their reading skills and learn all about a doctor's day with this fun-filled nonfiction reader carefully leveled to help children progress. DK Super Readers Level 1: Doctor will help kids learn about a doctor's important work and includes fun facts and a quiz to support development. It is a motivating introduction to using essential nonfiction reading skills, proving ideal for children ready to enter the riveting world of reading. DK Super Readers take children on a journey through the wonderful world of nonfiction: traveling back to the time of dinosaurs, learning more about animals, exploring natural wonders, and more, all while developing vital nonfiction reading skills and progressing from first words to reading confidently. The DK Super Readers series can help your child practice reading by: Covering engaging, motivating, curriculum-aligned topics. Building knowledge while progressing core Grades 1 and 2 reading skills. Developing subject vocabulary on topics such as a day in the life of a doctor. Boosting understanding and retention through comprehension quizzes. Each title, which has been leveled using MetaMetrics®: The Lexile Framework for Reading, integrates science, geography, history, and nature topics so there's something for all children's interests. The books and online content perfectly supplement core literacy programs and are mapped to the Common Core Standards. Children will love powering up their nonfiction reading skills and becoming reading heroes. DK Super Readers Level 1 titles are visually engaging and build vocabulary through a nonfiction world of amazing facts. They are perfect for children ages 6 to 8 (Grades 1 and 2) who are beginning to read with help.

Boats by Jan van der Veken Set sail on a delightfully detailed and richly illustrated voyage into the world of ships and shipping that introduces young readers to an oceanic array of naval phenomena. Readers of every age will find something to dive into this wonderfully diverse and in-depth exploration of the maritime world. As in his previous book, Planes, Jan Van Der Veken takes a kaleidoscopic approach to his subject. Deftly weaving history, science, and culture, he looks at a fascinating array of subjects--historic vessels, amazing voyages, extraordinary figures, technical details, and cultural phenomena. Throughout the book, Van Der Veken's vibrantly colored, retro-futurist illustrations are as beautiful as they are informative. Readers will learn why seas have streets, which bodies of water are considered cursed, how a ship stays afloat, how to use a sextant, and how lighthouses work. Certain to provide hours of entertainment, this is the perfect book for naval enthusiasts of every age.