Popular Nonfiction Books for Kids
Hundreds of books are added to the Library's collection each month. Here are the most popular Nonfiction Books for kids.
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Working Boats: An Inside Look at Ten Amazing Watercraft
"This visually engaging book filled with cross sections and exploded views of working boats is perfect for children--and even adults--curious about the mechanics of boats and the lives of people who work on boats. Filled with full-page spreads of cross sections of ten intriguing working boats, this book provides a glimpse into their inner workings, as well as highlights of each boat's unique engineering components that enable it to do the job it was built for. Want to know what goes on behind the scenes of a Coast Guard rescue, what it's like to work on a science research vessel, or what's involved in crabbing? The book includes illustrated details about each boat's mission and jobs people do on board, as well as a glimpse of what life is like on a working boat. Packed with information that's fun and practical, the book also includes details about maritime instruments, such as how a radar works, on-water safety gear, diesel engines, and mechanics, such as how water is pumped through a fire boat." -- Amazon.com.
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Minecraft: Guide to Redstone
Introduces such redstone components as dust and power sources, and provides directions for building a mob farm trap, automatic firework display, and armor swapper.
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Star Wars: Complete Vehicles
For any fan who wants to explore the inner workings of the spaceships and vehicles of all six Star Wars movies, comes this fascinating expanded edition of a fan favorite, now with new cross-section artworks and a wealth of new photos.
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Sex Is A Funny Word: A Book About Bodies, Feelings, and YOU
"A comic book for kids that includes children and families of all makeups, orientations, and gender identies, Sex Is a Funny Word is an essential resource about bodies, gender, and sexuality for children ages 8 to 10 as well as their parents and caregivers. Much more than the "facts of life" or "the birds and the bees," Sex Is a Funny Word opens up conversations between young people and their caregivers in a way that allows adults to convey their values and beliefs while providing information about boundaries, safety, and joy. The eagerly anticipated follow up to Lambda-nominated What Makes a Baby, from sex educator Cory Silverberg and artist Fiona Smyth, Sex Is a Funny Word reimagines "sex talk" for the twenty-first century."--
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Battle Royale: 5 Books In 1!
Which dangerous animals would win in a fight? Find out in this awesome bind-up of five books in the popular Who Would Win? series! The collection features a range of mammals, sea creatures, reptiles, and dinosaurs to satisfy all kinds of animal fans. Including Wolverine vs. Tasmanian Devil, Rhino vs. Hippo, Alligator vs. Python, Killer Whale vs. Great White Shark, and Tyrannosaurus Rex vs. Velociraptor.
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Minecraft: Guide to Survival
The definitive, fully illustrated guide to survival in Minecraft is now completely revamped with new information for the latest version of the game. Learn how to survive and thrive in Minecraft's most popular mode! Stock up your inventory, build a base and get ready to survive the night with Minecraft: Guide to Survival. Discover how to find resources, craft equipment, protect yourself from hostile mobs and so much more, and learn from expert tips for surviving in the Nether and the End. -- Adapted from Amazon.
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A Different Kind of Normal: My Real-life Completely True Story About Being Unique
Hi! My name is Abigail, and I'm autistic. But I didn't know I was autistic until I was (kind of) an adult. This is my true story of growing up in the confusing "normal" world, all the while missing some Very Important Information about myself. There'll be scary moments involving toilets and crowded trains, heartwarming tales of cats and pianos, and funny memories including my dad and a mysterious tub of ice cream. Along the way, you'll also find some Very Crucial Information about autism. Important, funny, and completely unique, this book is for anyone who has ever felt different --
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What Can I Say?: A Kid's Guide to Super-useful Social Skills to Help You Get Along and Express Yourself
"Author Catherine Newman provides supportive guidance and instruction to help kids establish or and maintain meaningful relationships and effective communication with friends, teachers, family members, and others in their communities"--
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Lion Vs. Tiger
Contains facts about lions and tigers, comparing such aspects as their sizes, brain structure, and abilities.
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Tough Guys: (have Feelings Too)
Explains through simple text and colorful illustrations that tough guys have the same feelings as you and I.
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