Juvenile Nonfiction - Curiosities & Wonders

Introduce children to the natural world with this fresh, bold, and bright nonfiction picture book!Perfect for curious young readers, this beautifully illustrated picture book introduces children to the seasons, from bright spring blossoms to sparkling winter snow, and everything in between, packed with scientific...

Aspiring young geologists will enjoy learning about rocks, minerals, and gems from agate to zircon in this beautiful beginner's encyclopedia that comes with a poster to help kids identify rocks and gems. Did you know that rocks and minerals are all around us and...

The most remarkable true stories of all time and around the world brought vividly to life - from the Big Bang right up to the present day.Embark on a journey across millennia and around the world, from the latest understanding of the origins of...

Crack open this fascinating book and become an expert on everything Egypt, from pyramids and pharaohs to mummies and tomb raiders. Clever design, engaging text, and easy-to-understand explanations will make amateur Egyptologists out of any elementary reader--just beware of the Curse of the Pharaohs...

Young readers will learn the basics of beekeeping with this vibrantly illustrated book that takes place on the Sankofa Farms apiary. Told from Akeem's perspective, Akeem Keeps Bees! begins with the arrival and installation of a package of bees and follows Akeem and his...

A lyrical and informative celebration of ROCKS and why we love them. Children love rocks. Rocks appear in jacket pockets, on windowsills, in the car, in their hiding places, and most often, in their little grips. Rocks are universal - they can be found...

Bursting with fascinating facts for impressing friends, parents, grandparents and teachers - perfect for curious children everywhere!Wow your friends! Amaze your teachers! Astonish your family! Find over 120 mind-boggling facts and sensational stats in this fun-packed and hilarious book, perfect for 9+ readers. Whether...

THE ULTIMATE SHARK BOOK FOR KIDS: Explore the underwater world of the ocean's awe-inspiring guardians with this gorgeous book for ages 8-12 that's full of fun facts, activities, and illustrations! When you think about it, what do you really know about sharks? I bet...

Join a quirky crew of alien scientists in this out-of-this-world dinosaur adventure that makes learning prehistoric science hilarious and fun! Hop aboard a spaceship and join a ragtag team of aliens as they study the most fascinating planet in the universe: Earth. And what...

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...

The New York Times bestseller now available with beautiful full-color illustrations for young readers! Explore the amazing ways animals see, hear, and feel the world, with Pulitzer Prize winner Ed Yong. Did you know that there are turtles who can track the Earth's magnetic...

*A NEW YORK PUBLIC LIBRARY TOP TEN BEST BOOK OF 2023 FOR CHILDREN * A PUBLISHERS WEEKLY BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR * A KIRKUS BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR * A BOOKLIST EDITORS' CHOICE OF THE YEAR *★ "Vivid . . . mesmerizing...

Uncover the wonders of Ancient Egypt with this interactive trivia book from Jeopardy! host and champion and New York Times bestselling author Ken Jennings! Travel back in time with Ken Jennings to become a Junior Genius! Did you know that the Egyptians invented toothpaste?...

Many animals migrate to find food, water, warmer weather, or a safe place to have their young. Follow along on 15 amazing animal journeys by shining a light through this book's special pages.Author: Carron BrownPublisher: Kane/Miller Book PublishersPublished: 03/01/2023Pages: 36Binding Type: HardcoverWeight: 1.00lbsSize: 10.40h...

2025 CHILDREN'S BOOK COUNCIL HOT OFF THE PRESS PICK A high-contrast board book full of fairy tale creatures, designed for babies' developing eyes by artist Janna Steagall Baby sees dragons. Baby sees unicorns. Baby sees gnomes. Created for the youngest readers and their developing...

The best-selling Backpack Explorer series has become a favorite of nature-curious kids and families. Now available in one value-packed bundle, the Backpack Explorer 5-Book Set with Nature Collection Box includes five books in the series: On the Nature Trail; Bird Watch; Bug Hunt; Discovering...

This rock-themed addition to the best-selling Backpack Explorer series gets budding geologists outside to learn about rocks, minerals, land. Learn basic geology, with facts about landforms and igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rocks. Create a rock collection, sorted by color, shape, texture, and size. Search...

Did you know that the first stop signs were black and white? Or that a litter of kittens is called a kindle? There's a lot to know and we bet you'll have fun learning these fun, far-out facts in the next super series from...

"Highly recommended for its compelling content, global inquiry, and stunning illustrations." - School Library JournalA fascinating book for young readers to discover 3,000 years of tunnels!From ancient burial chambers to modern megaprojects, Big Digs is a beautifully illustrated nonfiction book that takes young readers...

Watch feelings come to life in Big Feelings, Little Feelings - a beautifully illustrated book of emotions that helps kids understand, name, and express what they feel inside. From happiness and surprise to fear, anger, and sadness, each feeling is brought to life through...