New Non-Fiction for Kids October 2018

by Grandin, Temple

Book - 2018

Learn how to think like a scientist and have fun with some cool experiments. Learn how to think like a scientist and have fun with some cool experiments. Show less

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Midnight Teacher

Lilly Ann Granderson and Her Secret School

by Halfmann, Janet

Book - 2018

An inspiring true story about Lilly Ann Granderson, an enslaved teacher who strongly believed in the power of education and risked her life to teach others during slavery. An inspiring true story about Lilly Ann Granderson, an enslaved teacher who strongly believed in the power of education and risked her life to teach others during slavery. Show less

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Keith Haring

The Boy Who Just Kept Drawing

by Haring, Kay

Book - 2017

Traces the life of artist Keith Haring, from his childhood love of drawing to his meteoric rise to fame, with a focus on his concern for children, humanity, and boldness to do things his own way. Traces the life of artist Keith Haring, from his childhood love of drawing to his meteoric rise to fame, with a focus on his concern for children, humanity, and boldness to do things his own way. Show less

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A Boy, A Mouse, and A Spider

The Story of E.B. White

by Herkert, Barbara

Book - 2017

When young Elwyn White lay in bed as a sickly child, a bold house mouse befriended him. When the time came for kindergarten, an anxious Elwyn longed for t...Show more When young Elwyn White lay in bed as a sickly child, a bold house mouse befriended him. When the time came for kindergarten, an anxious Elwyn longed for the farm, where animal friends awaited him at the end of each day. Today, Stuart Little and Charlotte's Web are beloved classics of children's literature, and E.B. White is recognized as one of the finest American writers of all time. Show less

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A Frog's Life

by Kelly, Irene

Book - 2018

This exciting survey of the world's frog species will introduce children to varieties as diverse as the golden poison frog (the planet's most toxic animal...Show more This exciting survey of the world's frog species will introduce children to varieties as diverse as the golden poison frog (the planet's most toxic animal), the Amau frog (so tiny it's no bigger than a housefly), and the Chinese gliding frog (which can 'fly' up to 17 feet). Show less

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The Brilliant Deep

Rebuilding the World's Coral Reefs : the Story of Ken Nedimyer and the Coral Restoration Foundation

by Messner, Kate

Book - 2018

Looks at the life of the coral restoration pioneer Ken Nedimyer, from his early fascination with the ocean to his ongoing efforts to save and rebuild the world's coral reefs. Looks at the life of the coral restoration pioneer Ken Nedimyer, from his early fascination with the ocean to his ongoing efforts to save and rebuild the world's coral reefs. Show less

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When Paul Met Artie

The Story of Simon & Garfunkel

by Neri, Greg

Book - 2018

Long before they became one of the most beloved and successful duos of all time, Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel were just two kids growing up in Queens, New...Show more Long before they became one of the most beloved and successful duos of all time, Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel were just two kids growing up in Queens, New York -- best friends who met in a sixth-grade production of Alice in Wonderland and bonded over baseball and rock'n'roll. Show less

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Paul Writes (a Letter)

by Raschka, Christopher

Book - 2018

Each sumptuous page distills the main themes of Paul the Apostle's epistles into approachable, appealing language. Chris Raschka expertly depicts Paul's sincerity and compassion, sadness and pain, giving readers a true sense of who Paul really was. Each sumptuous page distills the main themes of Paul the Apostle's epistles into approachable, appealing language. Chris Raschka expertly depicts Paul's sincerity and compassion, sadness and pain, giving readers a true sense of who Paul really was. Show less

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Blue Grass Boy

The Story of Bill Monroe, Father of Bluegrass Music

by Rosenstock, Barb

Book - 2018

Presents the story of Bill Monroe, whose deep Kentucky roots helped him to create the unique American music called bluegrass. Presents the story of Bill Monroe, whose deep Kentucky roots helped him to create the unique American music called bluegrass. Show less

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The Girl Who Drew Butterflies

How Maria Merian's Art Changed Science

by Sidman, Joyce

Book - 2018

Explores the extraordinary life and scientific discoveries of Maria Merian, who discovered the truth about metamorphosis and documented the science behind the mystery in this visual biography that features many original paintings by Maria herself. Explores the extraordinary life and scientific discoveries of Maria Merian, who discovered the truth about metamorphosis and documented the science behind the mystery in this visual biography that features many original paintings by Maria herself. Show less

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Camp Panda

Helping Cubs Return to the Wild

by Thimmesh, Catherine

Book - 2018

Riveting account of panda conservation efforts in China, perfect for budding environmentalists and activists. Riveting account of panda conservation efforts in China, perfect for budding environmentalists and activists. Show less

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How Sweet the Sound

The Story of Amazing Grace

by Weatherford, Carole Boston

Book - 2018

An incredibly moving picture book biography of the man behind the hymn "Amazing Grace" and the living legacy of the song. One stormy night at se...Show more An incredibly moving picture book biography of the man behind the hymn "Amazing Grace" and the living legacy of the song. One stormy night at sea, a wayward man named John Newton feared for his life. Afterwards he was a changed man, and he used his powerful words to help end slavery in England. Those words became the hymn "Amazing Grace," a song that has lifted the spirit and given comfort across time and all over the world. Show less

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Seeing Into Tomorrow

Haiku

by Wright, Richard

Book - 2018

From watching a sunset to finding a beetle, Richard Wright's haiku puts everyday moments into focus. Paired with the photo-collage artwork of Nina Crews, Seeing into Tomorrow celebrates the lives of contemporary African American boys. From watching a sunset to finding a beetle, Richard Wright's haiku puts everyday moments into focus. Paired with the photo-collage artwork of Nina Crews, Seeing into Tomorrow celebrates the lives of contemporary African American boys. Show less

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A Beetle Is Shy

by Aston, Dianna Hutts

Book - 2016

A gorgeous look at the fascinating world of beetles. From flea beetles to bombardier beetles, an incredible variety of these beloved bugs are showcased here in all their splendor. A gorgeous look at the fascinating world of beetles. From flea beetles to bombardier beetles, an incredible variety of these beloved bugs are showcased here in all their splendor. Show less

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Fallingwater

by Harshman, Marc

Book - 2017

Follow American architect Frank Lloyd Wright as he designs Fallingwater, a now-famous house in Mill Run, Pennsylvania, perched atop a waterfall! Follow American architect Frank Lloyd Wright as he designs Fallingwater, a now-famous house in Mill Run, Pennsylvania, perched atop a waterfall! Show less

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