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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The Shortest Day: Celebrating the Winter Solstice
Describes how and why daylight grows shorter as winter approaches, the effect of shorter days on animals and people, and how the winter solstice has been celebrated throughout history. Includes activities.
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How Do Meerkats Order Pizza?: Wild Facts About Animals and the Scientists Who Study Them
"Did you know that crows never forget a face? Or that jaguars have a favorite cologne? Have you ever wondered how to pet a yeti crab? Or whether dogs can tell if you're smiling? And just what is a burrowing bettong? Meet these weird, wonderful animals and the equally weird and wonderful scientists who study them. From crafting fake poop to slurping up bugs with a straw, there's nothing these amazing humans won't do to help us learn more about the animals around us. Packed with fascinating facts, this hilarious book from the bestselling creator of Sad Animal Facts reveals secrets like why roosters crow and how meerkats make decisions as a group--and how humans can better understand the wild creatures that share the planet with us"--
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Hands Are Not for Hitting
Shows the many good things that toddlers can do with their hands including waving, hugging, and playing--but not hitting.
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Guinness World Records 2023
"3... 2... 1... We have lift off on another fully revised and updated Guinness World Records annual. The 2023 edition takes readers on a journey that's out of this world, revealing the latest and greatest record-breaking achievements here on Planet Earth and across the vast distances of space."--Amazon.com.
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How to Be A Friend: A Guide to Making Friends and Keeping Them
Dinosaur characters illustrate the value of friends, how to make friends, and how to be and not to be a good friend.
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The Story of the World, History for the Classical Child: Volume I, Ancient Times: From the Earliest Nomads to the Last Roman Emperor
Presents a history of the ancient world, from 6000 B.C. to 400 A.D.
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Listening With My Heart: A Story of Kindness and Self-compassion
"In today's hypercompetitive world, kids often internalize the message that their worth is attached to their accomplishments and that messing up is something to be ashamed of, rather than a normal part of life, which can lead to critical self-talk. Listening with My Heart reminds us of the other golden rule--to treat ourselves like we would treat a friend. When we do this, we are practicing self-compassion."--
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Fiercest Feuds: 5 Books in 1!
Ten fierce animals battle it out in this exciting bind-up featuring five books in this action-packed animal series! 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 birds to satisfy all kinds of animal fans, including Falcon vs. Hawk, Hyena vs. Honey Badger, Komodo Dragon vs. King Cobra, Tarantula vs. Scorpion, and Whale vs. Giant Squid. Kids will learn about each animal's anatomy, behavior, and more alongside photos, charts, illustrations, and amazing facts.
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The Universe in You: A Microscopic Journey
"A book exploring the world of the very small, delving deep into the microscopic spaces just beneath our skin"--
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Courage in Her Cleats: The Story of Soccer Star Abby Wambach
"As a child, Abby Wambach was loud and clear about what she wanted and what she didn't, and she didn't want to be left out of any competition--especially soccer. In this powerful biography, readers will dance and dart down fields with Abby as she slingshots--balls thwump... whiz... whoosh--straight into goals, sweating and scoring her way from school league leader to U.S. Women's National Team star. The story follows Abby through both success and setbacks because while even pro athletes miss goals, face losses, and can get injured, determined Abby has always been tougher than her toughest challenge"--
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