Juvenile Nonfiction
Explore a selection of juvenile non-fiction books, including classic juvenile literature and the best non-fiction titles for young adults.
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The Flying Dutchman: The Doomed Ghost ShipThe ghost ship The Flying Dutchman has been spotted around the world for centuries. According to legend, this spooky ship is doomed to roam the seas forever, unable to make port. The ship is thought to be a bad omen for anyone who encounters...
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La Llorona: The Legendary Weeping Woman of MexicoThe ghost of a weeping woman dressed in white, La Llorona, is often spotted beside bodies of water. People in Mexico and in the southwestern United States have claimed to hear her wailing in the night, crying out for her drowned children. This centuries-old...
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Navajo Code Talkers: Top Secret Messengers of World War IIDuring World War II U.S. forces had to keep battle plans and other top secret information out of the enemy's hands. Coded messages were often used, but secret codes could be broken. To solve this problem, the U.S. military turned to an unexpected source...
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Slacklining and Other Extreme Rope SportsExplore the wild world of slacklining Readers will learn more about rope sports, equipment needed, and safety measures taken for this extreme sport. Discover other rope sports and how athletes practice their skills and experience thrill in nature.Author: Elliott SmithPublisher: Capstone PressPublished: 08/01/2019Pages: 32Binding...
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The Surprising World of Bacteria with Max Axiom, Super Scientist: 4D an Augmented Reading Science ExperienceGo microscopic with Max Axiom as he explores the cellular world to teach about bacteria. Learn about all the different kinds of bacteria, from the good to the bad, as well as how to keep yourself safe. With writing prompts and discussion questions, and...
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Hiroshima and Nagasaki: The Atomic Bombings That Shook the WorldVivid storytelling brings World War II history to life and place readers in the shoes of the people who experienced the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, Japan. From the development of the bombs and the decision to use them to the moments they...
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Decoding Genes with Max Axiom, Super Scientist: 4D an Augmented Reading Science ExperienceJoin Max Axiom as he explores the universe to teach about the importance of genes. Learn the facts about DNA and how it connects us to our ancestors. With writing prompts and discussion questions, and a hands-on activity, Max helps young readers understand how...
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Let's Look at IndiaWelcome to India See the sites. Enjoy the food. Hear the language. Discover this country's land, people, and traditions.Author: Chitra SoundararajanPublisher: Capstone PressPublished: 08/01/2019Pages: 24Binding Type: HardcoverWeight: 0.80lbsSize: 11.20h x 9.20w x 0.30dISBN: 9781543572100Audience: Ages 4-8Accelerated Reader:Reading Level: 2.4Point Value: 0.5Interest Level: Lower GradeQuiz...
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Let's Look at NigeriaWelcome to Nigeria See the sites. Enjoy the food. Hear the language. Discover this country's land, people, and traditions.Author: Mary MeinkingPublisher: Capstone PressPublished: 08/01/2019Pages: 24Binding Type: HardcoverWeight: 0.65lbsSize: 11.00h x 9.10w x 0.30dISBN: 9781543572124Audience: Ages 4-8Accelerated Reader:Reading Level: 2.6Point Value: 0.5Interest Level: Lower GradeQuiz...
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Let's Look at GermanyWelcome to Germany Walk through the Black Forest. Listen to classical musical. Enjoy a wurst. Find out about this country's people, traditions, and animals.Author: Mary BoonePublisher: Capstone PressPublished: 08/01/2019Pages: 24Binding Type: HardcoverWeight: 0.65lbsSize: 11.00h x 9.10w x 0.30dISBN: 9781543572094Audience: Ages 4-8Accelerated Reader:Reading Level: 2.6Point...
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Freshwater Biomes Around the WorldImagine life on Earth without water. Could you live in such a world? Today, almost all life on Earth relies on water, including plants and animals. The freshwater biome includes lakes, rivers, wetlands, ice, and even water in the ground. This biome holds a...
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So You Want to Be a U.S. RepresentativeSo you want to be a U. S. representative? Find out the requirements, the roles and responsibilities, and how you can put yourself on the path to becoming a member of Congress.Author: Kassandra RadomskiPublisher: Capstone PressPublished: 08/01/2019Pages: 32Binding Type: HardcoverWeight: 0.45lbsSize: 8.80h x 7.90w...
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So You Want to Be President of the United StatesSo you want to be the president of the United States? Find out the requirements, the roles and responsibilities, and how you can put yourself on the path to the higest seat of government.Author: Elizabeth Pagel-HoganPublisher: Capstone PressPublished: 08/01/2019Pages: 32Binding Type: HardcoverWeight: 0.50lbsSize: 8.80h...
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Dolores Huerta: Get to Know the Voice of Migrant WorkersDolores Huerta led farm workers to demand better pay, reasonable hours, and respect on the job. She knew laws needed to be passed to protect the workers and improve their lives. Learn more about this influential activist and her fight for what was fair.Author:...
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Naked Mole-RatsDo you love rodents? Did you know that there's a rodent with no fur? Read this book to learn about the naked mole rat's amazing adaptations.Author: Emily HuddPublisher: Capstone PressPublished: 08/01/2019Pages: 32Binding Type: HardcoverWeight: 0.30lbsSize: 9.10h x 7.20w x 0.30dISBN: 9781543571615Audience: Ages 9-12Accelerated Reader:Reading...
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The History of GamingIn the 1970s Atari became the leader in home video gaming with the Atari 2600. But were they the first? And how did it evolve into the revolutionary games and systems of today? The answers to these questions and more are just a few...
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Frankenstein's MonsterThe Frankenstein monster was dreamt up over 200 years ago, and the story still haunts people today. Learn more about how this creepy monster was made in a science lab.Author: Marie PearsonPublisher: Capstone PressPublished: 08/01/2019Pages: 32Binding Type: HardcoverWeight: 0.50lbsSize: 9.10h x 7.20w x 0.30dISBN:...
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RoswellIn 1947, an unidentified object crashed into the ground in Roswell, New Mexico. Was it an alien spacecraft or something else? Learn more about this possible alien sighting.Author: Ellis M. ReedPublisher: Capstone PressPublished: 08/01/2019Pages: 32Binding Type: HardcoverWeight: 0.50lbsSize: 9.20h x 7.30w x 0.30dISBN: 9781543571073Audience:...
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VeterinarianDo you love pets? Do you enjoy taking care of animals? Read this book to learn about working as a veterinarian.Author: Marne VenturaPublisher: Capstone PressPublished: 02/01/2019Pages: 32Binding Type: PaperbackWeight: 0.40lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.80w x 0.20dISBN: 9781543560435Audience: Ages 9-12Accelerated Reader:Reading Level: 3.1Point Value: 0.5Interest Level:...
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The Powerful World of Energy with Max Axiom, Super Scientist: 4D an Augmented Reading Science ExperienceJoin Max Axiom as he explores the science behind energy. Max helps young readers understand how energy plays a part in everything we do.Author: Cynthia MartinPublisher: Capstone PressPublished: 02/01/2019Pages: 32Binding Type: PaperbackWeight: 0.40lbsSize: 8.80h x 6.80w x 0.20dISBN: 9781543560060Audience: Ages 9-12Accelerated Reader:Reading Level: 5.2Point...
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