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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Art Museum OppositesA book of opposites for young readers, based on the Philadelphia Museum of Art's collectionsAuthor: Katy Friedland, Marla K. ShoemakerPublisher: Temple University PressPublished: 10/01/2010Pages: 44Binding Type: HardcoverWeight: 1.00lbsSize: 11.10h x 8.70w x 0.40dISBN: 9781439905234Audience: Ages 4-8Review Citation(s): School Library Journal 02/01/2011 pg. 96Hornbook Guide...
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Columbia and the State of South Carolina:: Cool Stuff Every Kid Should KnowDO YOU KNOW...WHAT the elephants (and other animals!) at theRiverbanks Zoo and Garden are doing to inspire greaterstewardship of the Earth?(Hint: It's a special kind of Green Movement!)HOW city planners fi rst named the streets in Columbia?(Hint: Direction was important!)Find these answers and more...
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Rochester and the State of New York: Cool Stuff Every Kid Should KnowDO YOU KNOW...WHY the letter k starts and ends the word Kodak?(Hint: This letter had a real advantage!)WHAT famous supermarket started out in 1916 as theRochester Fruit & Vegetable Company?(Hint: It sells a lot more items today!)Find these answers and more in Cool Stuff...
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San Antonio and the State of Texas: Cool Stuff Every Kid Should KnowDO YOU KNOW...WHAT Texas-sized symbols stand at the North StarMall in San Antonio?(Hint: They're too big to two-step!)WHY worldwide attention was focused on San Antonioin 1968?(Hint: Six million visitors came to the celebration!)Find these answers and more in Cool Stuff Every Kid Should Know?--an...
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Cincinnati, OH: Cool Stuff Every Kid Should KnowDo you know... WHAT ingredients are in Cincinnati's own chili recipe? (Hint: It's pasta perfect!) WHY Cincinnati was once nicknamed Porkopolis? (Hint: It had nothing to do with the weight of its citizens!) Find these answers and more in Cool Stuff Every Kid Should...
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Why I'm So Special: A Book About SurrogacyThis book tackles a very difficult, complicated subject in a sweet, whimisical way. A lighthearted picture book on surrogacy.Author: Carla Lewis-LongPublisher: AuthorhousePublished: 04/08/2010Pages: 44Binding Type: PaperbackWeight: 0.21lbsSize: 8.50h x 8.50w x 0.11dISBN: 9781438996561This title is not returnable
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Fun with the Food Pyramid for Kids: #1 Children's Guide to Eating Whole FoodsFun With the Food Pyramid For Kids is the new version of the USDA food pyramid, formatted and designed for young readers between the ages of 4 and 13. This book is a colorful and entertaining guide for children to learn what foods make...
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Monty the Traveling CatFun-loving Monty the cat travels across the country in a motor home with his Mom. He loves it when they stop and stay for a while because he gets to see new places and things. One day, Monty decides to jump out the door....
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Henry VIII: The King, His Six Wives, and His CourtKing Henry VIII has been the subject of more books and movies than any other English king or queen. He was a complex and fascinating historical figure, dynamic and often contradictory. Married six times, he defended England against the biggest invasion since the Battle...
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The Gila MonsterOne of the world's few poisonous lizards, the Gila monster is named for Arizona's Gila River. Once the lizard's venom has dripped from its grooved teeth into prey, death is imminent. Though a Gila bite is rarely deadly to a human, the bite is...
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The Baby Bible ABCsIntroduce your toddler to the alphabet through fun Bible stories.Each vibrant page presents a simple lesson in letters using people, places, and things from God's Word. Bright, colorful illustrations enhance each story and simple prayers help children talk to their Heavenly Father. Best of...
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Chemo to the Rescue: A Children's Book About Leukemia"Caitlin got leukemia when she was five years old. Now she is eight and doing great, thanks to chemo!"--Adapted from back cover.Author: Mary Brent, Knutsson CaitlinPublisher: Authorhouse UKPublished: 10/22/2008Pages: 48Binding Type: PaperbackWeight: 0.31lbsSize: 8.45h x 8.60w x 0.16dISBN: 9781434397201Audience: Ages 9-12This title is not...
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The Bizarre Life Cycle of a KangarooUsing age-appropriate language and accessible science content, readers are introduced to the unique lives of a beloved marsupial, the kangaroo. Baby kangaroos are born and climb into their mother's pouch after just 33 days in utero. Using colorful photographs and fun fact boxes, readers...
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Happy Thanksgiving!Thanksgiving is a tradition passed down by people for hundreds of years. This great book explores why a day of thanks in November has become an American tradition. Why do we eat turkey on Thanksgiving? Why do we play football? Find out all this,...
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Happy New Year!The start of each year is a celebration, but why? In this great book, readers will learn all about the fun parties and gatherings we have to mark the end and beginning of every year. From ball drops to parties and even football games,...
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Technology in Ancient EgyptPerhaps the most well known innovation of the ancient Egyptians is mummification--but they knew far more about the human body than just how to preserve it. There's evidence that the ancient Egyptians knew how to set broken bones and that they knew a person's...
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DiamondsThere are many different types of diamonds in the world. They come in a range of colors and can be cut into all kinds of shapes. This book shows readers that the way these different kinds of diamonds are created really isn't that different...
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The Life Cycle of a PelicanBorn without feathers and later developing in to a tremendous flier that searches the seas for food, the pelican is a fascinating bird. This life cycle resource presents the pelican's glorious transition, from hatchling to expert at flying, swimming, and diving for food. Readers...
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Cherokee History and CultureThe Cherokee Nation is the largest Native American nation in the United States. Inside this compelling account, the history of the Cherokees is presented in detail, including their devastating journey along the Trail of Tears. Despite the struggles they have had to overcome, the...
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Weird Walking SticksWalking sticks are well-named critters whose stick-like appearance helps them blend into their surroundings. And leaf bugs fittingly look just like leaves. Readers will discover many fascinating facts about these sneaky bugs. Vibrant photographs show where walking sticks and leaf bugs live, what they...
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