Juvenile nonfiction

  • Choose to reuse

    Creator

    Bullard, Lisa

    Abstract

    We all throw away too much stuff! Watch Tyler find ways to reuse his old things. Can you think of new uses for items you would have tossed? Do your part to be a planet protector! Discover how to reduce, reuse, recycle, and more with Tyler and Trina in the Planet Protectors series, part of the Cloverleaf Books™ collection. These nonfiction picture books feature kid-friendly text and illustrations to make learning fun!

    Audience
    Juvenile**
    Not specified
  • The case of the vanishing golden frogs : a scientific mystery

    Creator

    Markle, Sandra

    Abstract

    Panamanian golden frogs aren't just cute, little, and yellow. They're also the national symbol of Panama. But they started to disappear about fifteen years ago. What's killing them? Could it be a change in their habitat? What about pollution? Might it be a result of climate change? Follow a team of scientists working to save these frogs and protect frog populations worldwide in this real-life science mystery.

    Audience
    Juvenile**
    Not specified
  • The action of subtraction

    Creator

    Cleary, Brian P.

    Abstract

    The author and illustrator of the best-selling Words Are CATegorical® series brings their trademark sense of humor to the subject of subtraction. Rhyming text filled with funny, countable examples shows what it means to take one number away from another. Readers are also introduced to the terminology they'll encounter as they learn to subtract.

    Audience
    Juvenile**
    Not specified
  • Your digestive system

    Creator

    Johnson, Rebecca L.

    Abstract

    The digestive system is made up of the tongue, the esophagus, the stomach, the intestines, and other parts. But what does the digestive system do? And how do its parts work together to keep your body healthy? Explore the digestive system in this engaging and informative book.

    Audience
    Juvenile**
    Not specified
  • Why do moving objects slow down? : a look at friction

    Creator

    Boothroyd, Jennifer

    Abstract

    A baseball player slides on the ground to tag a base. A toy car's wheels rub against the floor and slow the toy car down. Friction is at work all around you. But what exactly is friction? And how does it affect different objects? Read this book to find out! Learn all about matter, energy, and forces in the Exploring Physical Science series-part of the Lightning Bolt Books™ collection. With high-energy designs, exciting photos, and fun text, Lightning Bolt Books™ bring nonfiction topics to life!

    Audience
    Juvenile**
    Not specified
  • What holds us to earth? : a look at gravity

    Creator

    Boothroyd, Jennifer

    Abstract

    A ball drops to the ground. Leaves fall from a tree. Gravity is at work all around you. But what exactly is gravity? And how does it affect different objects? Read this book to find out! Learn all about matter, energy, and forces in the Exploring Physical Science series-part of the Lightning Bolt Books™ collection. With high-energy designs, exciting photos, and fun text, Lightning Bolt Books™ bring nonfiction topics to life!

    Audience
    Juvenile**
    Not specified
  • Smart online searching : doing digital research

    Creator

    Lindeen, Mary

    Abstract

    The information you find online can sometimes feel overwhelming. Which online sources can you trust? How do you know which sites include the facts you're looking for? Learn the basics of how to do an effective online search, what to do if you have trouble finding information, and how to tell whether a source is reliable.

    Audience
    Juvenile**
    Not specified
  • Smart online communication : protecting your digital footprint

    Creator

    Lindeen, Mary

    Abstract

    What you put on the Internet may stay there forever. So how can you protect your online reputation? What can you to do keep your identity safe? Learn how to be a smart user of technology, why watching what you post is important, and what to do if someone misuses your information.

    Audience
    Juvenile**
    Not specified
  • Smart internet surfing : evaluating websites and advertising

    Creator

    Lindeen, Mary

    Abstract

    Websites include all kinds of interesting information. But how can you tell if a site is trustworthy? And how do you discern advertising from news? Learn to be a savvy Internet surfer with this book!

    Audience
    Juvenile**
    Not specified
  • Put pulleys to the test

    Creator

    Walker, Sally M.

    Abstract

    What do flagpoles and some window blinds have in common? They use pulleys to perform work! Pulleys are simple machines. They help us to do jobs more easily. But don't take our word for it. Put pulleys to the test with the fun experiments you'll find in this book. As part of the Searchlight Books™ collection, this series sheds light on a key science question? How Do Simple Machines Work? Hands-on experiments, interesting photos, and useful diagrams will help you find the answer!

    Audience
    Juvenile**
    Not specified