Kids

Nonfiction Book Reads

Summer 2021 Update

Accidental Archaeologists: True Stories of Unexpected Discoveries by Sarah Albee; illustrated by Nathan Hackett Print eBook A lighthearted but informative look at chance discoveries made by ordinary people, of artifacts (and treasures) from th

Accidental Archaeologists: True Stories of Unexpected Discoveries
by Sarah Albee; illustrated by Nathan Hackett

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eBook

A lighthearted but informative look at chance discoveries made by ordinary people, of artifacts (and treasures) from the past. Many of these discoveries have led to leaps in our knowledge of history and science. Each short chapter will begin with a dramatic story of discovery, followed by the significance of the artifact that was discovered, followed by a look into the history of the civilization/era from which the artifact originates.

Stamped (For Kids): Racism, Antiracism, and You by Ibram X. Kendi and Jason Reynolds Print eBook Adapted from the award-winning, bestselling Stamped: Racism, Antiracism, and You , this book takes readers on a journey from present to past and

Stamped (For Kids): Racism, Antiracism, and You
by Ibram X. Kendi and Jason Reynolds

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eBook

Adapted from the award-winning, bestselling Stamped: Racism, Antiracism, and You, this book takes readers on a journey from present to past and back again. Kids will discover where racist ideas came from, identify how they impact America today, and meet those who have fought racism with antiracism. Along the way, they’ll learn how to identify and stamp out racist thoughts in their own lives.

I'm Gonna Push Through! by Jasmyn Wrigh; illustrated by Shannon Wright Print eBook Based on the Push Through movement that inspires kids worldwide, this is an empowering, energetic, and all-inclusive picture book that celebrates resilience i

I'm Gonna Push Through!
by Jasmyn Wrigh; illustrated by Shannon Wright

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eBook

Based on the Push Through movement that inspires kids worldwide, this is an empowering, energetic, and all-inclusive picture book that celebrates resilience in the face of adversity. Hold your head high. No matter what stands in the way of your dreams, remember this: YOU can push through anything!

Our Skin: A First Conversation About Race by Megan Madison and Jessica Ralli; illustrated by Isabel Roxas eBook eAudio Based on the research that race, gender, consent, and body positivity should be discussed with toddlers on up, this read-al

Our Skin: A First Conversation About Race
by Megan Madison and Jessica Ralli; illustrated by Isabel Roxas

eBook
eAudio

Based on the research that race, gender, consent, and body positivity should be discussed with toddlers on up, this read-aloud board book series offers adults the opportunity to begin important conversations with young children in an informed, safe, and supported way.

Who Is RuPaul? by Nico Medina; illustrated by Andrew Thomson eBook eAudio Learn how this Emmy-winning host, producer, and television personality became the world's most famous drag queen.

Who Is RuPaul?
by Nico Medina; illustrated by Andrew Thomson

eBook
eAudio

Learn how this Emmy-winning host, producer, and television personality became the world's most famous drag queen.

Africa Is Not a Country by Margy Burns Knight and Mark Melnicove; illustrated by Anne Sibley O'Brien eBook From the tiny island nations of Comoros, Seychelles, and São Tomé and Príncipe, to its largest country, Africa is the only continent with

Africa Is Not a Country
by Margy Burns Knight and Mark Melnicove; illustrated by Anne Sibley O'Brien

eBook

From the tiny island nations of Comoros, Seychelles, and São Tomé and Príncipe, to its largest country, Africa is the only continent with land in all four hemispheres. Enter into the daily life of children in the many countries of modern Africa. Countering stereotypes, Africa Is Not a Country celebrates the extraordinary diversity of this vibrant continent as experienced by children at home, at school, at work, and at play.

The ABCs of Black History by Rio Cortez; illustrated by Lauren Semmer Print eBook B is for Beautiful, Brave, and Bright! And for a Book that takes a Bold journey through the alphabet of Black history and culture. Letter by letter, The ABCs of

The ABCs of Black History
by Rio Cortez; illustrated by Lauren Semmer

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eBook

B is for Beautiful, Brave, and Bright! And for a Book that takes a Bold journey through the alphabet of Black history and culture. Letter by letter, The ABCs of Black History celebrates a story that spans continents and centuries, triumph and heartbreak, creativity and joy.

Polar Bear Fur Isn't White! And Other Amazing Facts by Thea Feldman ; illustrated by eBook Did you know that polar bear fur isn’t actually white? Or that polar bears often have twins, and clean their fur by rolling in snow? Readers will love l

Polar Bear Fur Isn't White! And Other Amazing Facts
by Thea Feldman ; illustrated by

eBook

Did you know that polar bear fur isn’t actually white? Or that polar bears often have twins, and clean their fur by rolling in snow? Readers will love learning about polar bears in this book that presents amazing facts in a highly visual way for young readers.

Meltdown: Earthquake, Tsunami, and Nuclear Disaster in Fukushima by Deirdre Langeland eBook On March 11, 2011, the largest earthquake ever measured in Japan occurred off the northeast coast. It triggered a tsunami with a wall of water 128 feet h

Meltdown: Earthquake, Tsunami, and Nuclear Disaster in Fukushima
by Deirdre Langeland

eBook

On March 11, 2011, the largest earthquake ever measured in Japan occurred off the northeast coast. It triggered a tsunami with a wall of water 128 feet high. The tsunami damaged the nuclear power plant in Fukushima triggering the nightmare scenario--a nuclear meltdown.

Kid in the Kitchen: 100 Recipes and Tips for Young Home Cooks by Daniel Gercke and Melissa Clark eBook The New York Times Food columnist and beloved home cooking authority, Melissa Clark, spins 100 all-new recipes for a robust new audience of ho

Kid in the Kitchen: 100 Recipes and Tips for Young Home Cooks
by Daniel Gercke and Melissa Clark

eBook

The New York Times Food columnist and beloved home cooking authority, Melissa Clark, spins 100 all-new recipes for a robust new audience of home chefs: kids ages 8-14!