Juvenile nonfiction

  • How computers work

    Creator

    Capstone

    Abstract

    Ever wonder what goes on inside your computer? Take a look into how processors, networks, and more are all connected.

    Audience
    Juvenile**
    Publisher (Source)

    North Mankato

    Heinemann

    Non spécifié
  • How coding works

    Creator

    Capstone

    Abstract

    This book takes the mystery out of computer programming. Learn about coding, algorithms and more.

    Audience
    Juvenile**
    Publisher (Source)

    North Mankato

    Heinemann

    Non spécifié
  • What's your source? : using sources in your writing

    Creator

    Capstone

    Abstract

    What exactly is a primary source? How does it compare to other types of sources? Emerging readers need to know the difference. Readers will also be introduced to the concept of plagiarism, how to choose sources for their writing and reports, checking source dates and accuracy, and more. Straightforward, neutral text and vivid photographs provide readers with the tools they need to learn about types of sources, including primary sources, how sources connect to media literacy, and understanding ownership of work.

    Audience
    Juvenile**
    Publisher (Source)

    North Mankato

    Capstone Press

    Non spécifié
  • Stay safe online

    Creator

    Capstone

    Abstract

    What does it mean to stay safe online? What exactly is Internet safety? Emerging readers need to know these important concepts. Straightforward, neutral text and vivid photographs provide readers with the tools they need to be successful and safe users of all types of media.

    Audience
    Juvenile**
    Publisher (Source)

    North Mankato

    Capstone Press

    Non spécifié
  • What is Black Lives Matter?

    Creator

    Wilson, Lakita

    Abstract

    From the #1 New York Times bestselling series comes the latest title in the Who HQ Now format for trending topics. It tells the history of a political and social movement that advocates for non-violent civil disobedience and protests against incidents of police brutality-and all racially motivated violence-against Black people . When a Black teenager named Trayvon Martin was senselessly killed in 2012, the African American community called for his murderer to be held accountable. But like many other racially sparked incidents in the past, his killer walked free.

    Audience
    Juvenile**
    Publisher (Source)

    New York

    Listening Library (Audio)

    Non spécifié
  • She persisted : Maria Tallchief

    Creator

    Day, Christine

    Abstract

    Inspired by the #1 New York Times bestseller She Persisted by Chelsea Clinton and Alexandra Boiger comes a chapter book series about women who stood up, spoke up and rose up against the odds-including Maria Tallchief! In this chapter book biography by award-winning author Christine Day, readers learn about the amazing life of Maria Tallchief-and how she persisted . Maria Tallchief loved to dance, but was told that she might need to change her Osage name to one that sounded more Russian to make it as a professional ballerina.

    Audience
    Juvenile**
    Publisher (Source)

    New York

    Listening Library (Audio)

    Non spécifié
  • RBG's brave & brilliant women : 33 Jewish women to inspire everyone

    Creator

    Epstein, Nadine

    Abstract

    This collection of biographies of brave and brilliant Jewish female role models-selected in collaboration with Ruth Bader Ginsburg and including an introduction written by the iconic Supreme Court justice herself- provides young people with a roster of inspirational role models, all of whom are Jewish women, who will appeal not only to young people but to people of all ages, and all faiths.

    Audience
    Juvenile**
    Publisher (Source)

    New York

    Listening Library (Audio)

    Non spécifié
  • Nina : a story of Nina Simone

    Creator

    Todd, Traci N.

    Abstract

    This illuminating and defining picture book biography, adapted for audio, tells the story of little Eunice who grew up to become the acclaimed singer Nina Simone and her bold, defiant, and exultant legacy. Born Eunice Kathleen Waymon in small town North Carolina, Nina Simone was a musical child. She sang before she talked and learned to play piano at a very young age. With the support of her family and community, she received music lessons that introduced her to classical composers like Bach who remained with her and influenced her music throughout her life.

    Audience
    Juvenile**
    Publisher (Source)

    New York

    Listening Library (Audio)

    Non spécifié
  • I am Oprah Winfrey : Ordinary people change the world

    Creator

    Meltzer, Brad

    Abstract

    Deeply influential cultural icon Oprah Winfrey is the twenty-fifth hero in this New York Times bestselling picture book biography series, adapted for audio. This friendly, fun biography series focuses on the traits that made our heroes great-the traits that kids can aspire to in order to live heroically themselves. Each book tells the story of an icon in a lively, conversational way that works well for the youngest nonfiction readers and that always includes the hero's childhood influences.

    Audience
    Juvenile**
    Publisher (Source)

    New York

    Listening Library (Audio)

    Non spécifié
  • I am Marie Curie

    Creator

    Meltzer, Brad

    Abstract

    The first woman to win a Nobel Prize, physicist and chemist Marie Curie is the 19th hero in the New York Times bestselling book biography series about heroes. This friendly, fun biography series focuses on the traits that made our heroes great-the traits that kids can aspire to in order to live heroically themselves. Each book tells the story of one of America's icons in a lively, conversational way that works well for the youngest nonfiction listeners and that always includes the hero's childhood influences.

    Audience
    Juvenile**
    Publisher (Source)

    New York

    Listening Library (Audio)

    Non spécifié