Showing 1–50 of 73 titles
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¡Olinguito, de la A a la Z! / Olinguito, from A to Z! Descubriendo el bosque nublado / Unveiling the Cloud Forest
Explore the Ecuadorian Andes and its cloud forest in this bilingual alphabet book.- Nonfiction, Science, Alphabet Books
- Notable Children's Books 2017
- All Ages
- ISBN: 9780892393275
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All in a Drop: How Antony van Leeuwenhoek Discovered an Invisible World
With accessible language and illustrations, this biography introduces readers to the everyday man who invented a powerful microscope that could magnify the living world to an astonishing scale. -
Almost Astronauts: 13 Women Who Dared to Dream
Women in space – not a big deal now, but it took more than 20 years for NASA to recognize that women have the Right Stuff. “Almost Astronauts: 13 Women Who Dared to Dream,” published by Candlewick Press, tells the story of the women aviators and aspiring astronauts known as the “Mercury 13,” who in the early 1960's repeatedly proved themselves capable but could not overcome prevailing prejudices. Meticulously researched and handsomely illustrated with archival materials, Stone's insightful, passionately written chronicle is sure to inspire.
- Nonfiction, Science
- Robert F. Sibert Informational Book Medal 2010 (Medal Winner)
- Older
- ISBN: 9780763636111
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Animals by the Numbers: A Book of Infographics.
The animal kingdom is presented in easy-to-understand, colorful infrographics that allow the reader to appreciate the world of animals by comparing and contrasting one species to another.- Nonfiction, Science, Animals
- Notable Children's Books 2017
- All Ages
- ISBN: 9780544630925
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Beavers
Wit and fact intertwine in an enjoyable guide to the frequently overlooked beaver.- Nonfiction, Science, Animals
- Notable Children's Books 2019
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780544949874
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The Brilliant Deep: Rebuilding the World's Coral Reefs
Ken Nedimyer's single-minded passion for restoring the ocean's coral reefs is reflected through riveting illustrations and accessible narrative.- Nonfiction, Science, Animals, Biography
- Notable Children's Books 2019
- Middle
- ISBN: 9781452133508
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Camp Panda: Helping Cubs Return to the Wild
Thimmesh explains the work of a Giant Panda conservation project in the Wolong Nature Reserve in China, which uses a three-stage program to create a self-sustaining population in the wild. Complementing her thoughtful, engagingly written text are many arrestingly adorable, colorful photographs of pandas in training and in the wild. -
A Chicken Followed Me Home! Questions and Answers about a Familiar Fowl
Whether they own chickens or not, young readers will use this handy guide to answer their basic questions about the familiar fowl.- Nonfiction, Science, Animals
- Notable Children's Books 2016
- Younger
- ISBN: 9781481410281
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Concrete: From the Ground Up
Informative and humorous, this picture book offers a fascinating introduction to the history, characteristics, and uses of a ubiquitous building material: concrete.
- Nonfiction, Science, Technology
- Notable Children's Books 2023
- Middle
- ISBN: 9781536212501
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Coyote Moon
Striving to feed her pups, a coyote hunts in the moonlight until dawn. This strikingly illustrated, nonfiction offering holds many facts and celebrates this skilled predator.- Nonfiction, Science, Animals
- Notable Children's Books 2017
- Younger
- ISBN: 9781626720411
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The Day-Glo Brothers: The True Story of Bob and Joe Switzer's Bright Ideas and Brand-New Colors
Ketchup bottles, magic tricks, kitchen experiments…and Day-Glo paint? Through an affectionate narration and eye-catching, retro illustrations, Barton and Persiani take readers on the serendipitous journey of “The Day-Glo Brothers,” culminating in practical Bob and entertainer Joe's invention of these bright colors that have saved lives, changed advertising and become a staple on desks everywhere. This is the first picture book for both author and illustrator.- Nonfiction, Science
- Robert F. Sibert Informational Book Medal 2010 (Honor Title)
- Middle
- ISBN: 9781570916731
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Dinosaur Feathers
This tongue-twisting, brightly illustrated poetry book introduces readers to a gaggle of dinosaurs.- Nonfiction, Science
- Notable Children's Books 2020
- Younger
- ISBN: 9780823443307
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The Elephant Scientist
Power-packed photos and prose transport readers to the dusty world of African elephants and a woman who studies such large mysteries as how they use their feet and trunks to communicate with other animals and sense distant thunder. Throughout, O'Connell, Jackson, and Rodwell keep readers constantly engaged with curiosity sparked by the latest discoveries from the field.- Nonfiction, Science, Animals
- Robert F. Sibert Informational Book Medal 2012 (Honor Title)
- Older
- ISBN: 9780547053448
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Fabulous Frogs
Frogs of all sizes and colors, bearing a variety of unique characteristics, hop through this beautiful nonfiction picture book.- Nonfiction, Science, Animals
- Notable Children's Books 2017
- Younger
- ISBN: 9780763681005
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First the Egg
Simple words and paintings create a jewel-like package in a stylish yet unpretentious concept book that invites the new reader in again and again. Lush, textured paint, combined with strategically placed die cuts, introduces the age-old chicken-and-egg riddle for the youngest reader. -
Giant Squid
Poetic text and lush oil paintings immerse readers in a suspenseful deep-sea investigation of the elusive giant squid, exploring what is known – and what remains unknown – about this fascinating marine creature. -
The Girl Who Drew Butterflies: How Maria Merian's Art Changed Science
On pages featuring Merian's illustrations, this inviting volume demonstrates how her fascination with observing life cycles led her to create realistic and detailed drawings that changed scientific research. -
Hello, Bumblebee Bat
Nine questions and answers introduce the world's smallest bat in “Hello, Bumblebee Bat,” an informational book for emerging readers. Straightforward text pops out of a sparse background allowing this little mammal to describe its habitat and characteristics in an intriguing and accessible way.- Nonfiction, Science, Animals
- Theodor Seuss Geisel Award 2008 (Honor Title)
- Younger
- ISBN: 9781570913747
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Hello, Puddle!
This nonfiction picture book introduces young readers to a puddle and the many animals that use it for shelter and sustenance throughout the seasons.
- Nonfiction, Science, Environment
- Notable Children's Books 2023
- Younger
- ISBN: 9780358381440
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Hey, Water!
Hey, Water! celebrates water in its many forms and pathways, speaking to the youngest reader with simple--but not simplistic--language, clear labels, contrasting colors, and varied scale that convey accurate information on every page. Supporting diagrams and a note on conservation expand this concept book for a broader audience. -
Hippos Are Huge!
The hippo, with its monstrous jaw and razor-sharp tusks, is the most dangerous animal in Africa. Filled with fascinating facts about the fierce, but sometimes playful, hippopotamus.- Nonfiction, Science, Animals
- Notable Children's Books 2016
- Younger
- ISBN: 9780763665920
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Honeybee Rescue: A Backyard Drama
When part of Mr. Connery’s bee colony moves to his shed, Mr. Nelson uses his expertise and homemade bee vacuum to rehome the bees without causing harm. Engaging photographs capture the process clearly.
- Nonfiction, Science, Environment, Nature
- Notable Children's Books 2023
- Younger
- ISBN: 9781623542399
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How to Be an Elephant: Growing Up in the African Wild
Expressive and immersive illustrations invite readers to witness the miracle of a newborn elephant learning how to walk, smell, communicate, and eat.- Nonfiction, Science, Animals
- Notable Children's Books 2018
- Middle
- ISBN: 9781626721784
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How to Build a Human: In Seven Evolutionary Steps
With a humorous, conversational tone, this informative and accessible account describes the seven evolutionary steps that brought humans to where we are today.
- Nonfiction, Science, Social Sciences
- Notable Children's Books 2023
- Older
- ISBN: 9781623542504
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How to Say Hello to a Worm: A First Guide to the Outside
Conversational questions and answers help a group of little ones learn about the process of planting a garden and the wonders of the outdoors.
- Nonfiction, Science, Nature
- Notable Children's Books 2023
- Younger
- ISBN: 9780593226797
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The Hyena Scientist
Montgomery profiles biologist Kay Holekamp at her research camp in Masai Mara, Kenya, where she studies the social structure, communication, biology, and habits of spotted hyenas.- Nonfiction, Science, Animals
- Notable Children's Books 2019
- Older
- ISBN: 9780544635111
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I Face the Wind
A Vicki Cobb Science Play book, I Face the Wind asks the young to think like scientists as it leads them through experiments and observations about wind. Cobb's simple text and Gorton's dynamic illustrations invite participation.- Nonfiction, Science
- Robert F. Sibert Informational Book Medal 2004 (Honor Title)
- Younger
- ISBN: 9780688178406
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If You Take Away the Otter
What happens to an entire habitat when a single element is depleted by hunters? Through striking illustrations, the role of sea otters over time in the Pacific Coast of North America is explored in detail.
- Nonfiction, Science, Animals, Nature
- Notable Children's Books 2021
- Younger
- ISBN: 9780763689346
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Impact! Asteroids and the Science of Saving the World
Readers meet the scientists who study asteroids past and present and work to protect our planet in the future.- Nonfiction, Science
- Notable Children's Books 2018
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780544671591
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In the Past: From Trilobites to Dinosaurs to Mammoths in More than 500 Million Years
Short, pithy poems and dynamic illustrations take the reader through 500 million years of life on earth.
- Nonfiction, Science, Animals, Poetry
- Notable Children's Books 2019
- Younger
- ISBN: 9780763660734
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Isaac the Alchemist: Secrets of Isaac Newton, Reveal'd
Discover the life and times of Isaac Newton, an alchemist who brilliantly transformed and advanced scientific understanding of chemistry.- Nonfiction, Science, Biography
- Notable Children's Books 2018
- Older
- ISBN: 9780763670634
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Just Right: Searching for the Goldilocks Planet
An exploration of the solar system and humanity's search for another planet that can support life.- Nonfiction, Science
- Notable Children's Books 2020
- Younger
- ISBN: 9781250155337
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Kakapo Rescue: Saving the World's Strangest Parrot
“Kakapo Rescue: Saving the World's Strangest Parrot,” published by Houghton Mifflin Books for Children, an imprint of Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company,is an inspiring call to action. This visually appealing and engaging book takes readers on an unforgettable journey to New Zealand. Naturalist Sy Montgomery and wildlife photographer Nic Bishop document the successes and failures of the rescue team dedicated to saving a species of flightless parrot numbering fewer than 100.- Nonfiction, Science, Animals
- Robert F. Sibert Informational Book Medal 2011 (Medal Winner)
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780618494170
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Life on Surtsey: Iceland's Upstart Island
Burns chronicles the fascinating birth and evolution of Surtsey, the youngest island on Earth, and one researcher's almost 50-year study of the environs.- Nonfiction, Science
- Notable Children's Books 2018
- Older
- ISBN: 9780544687233
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Light and Color by Tinybop
Light and Color, a paid app by Tinybop, teaches about color and light by allowing children to explore these topics in a variety of ways. Children can mix colors, hunt for colors in their world, line up blocks in order of shades, tints and gradients, and play with color and light. Use the “Understand” section to see the world through a dog’s eye view, or “Connect” to think about how colors and emotions interact. Interactive labels can toggle on and off. Available in 50+ different languages.
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Look Up! Bird-Watching in Your Own Backyard
This spirited, accessible introduction to the art and science of birding features immersive, fact-filled cartoon art punctuated with tongue-in-beak bird commentary via word bubbles and humorous asides. Cate's can-do tone empowers children and reminds them that they too can be citizen scientists if they only, "Look Up!"- Nonfiction, Science, Animals
- Robert F. Sibert Informational Book Medal 2014 (Honor Title)
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780763645618
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Mad about Monkeys
Learn about more than 250 species of monkeys from around the world through a series of warm illustrations and fascinating facts.- Nonfiction, Science, Animals
- Notable Children's Books 2016
- Middle
- ISBN: 9781909263574
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Marshmallow Clouds: Two Poets at Play among Figures of Speech
In sections based on the four elements, this poetry collection sees two poets employ figures of speech to playfully explore and reimagine everyday objects and the natural world.
- Nonfiction, Science, Poetry, Nature
- Notable Children's Books 2023
- All Ages
- ISBN: 9781536203035
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Me . . . Jane
Watching the birds and squirrels in her yard, a young girl discovers the joy and wonder of nature. In delicate and precise India ink and watercolor, McDonnell depicts the awakening of a scientific spirit. A perceptive glimpse of the childhood of renowned primatologist Jane Goodall.- Nonfiction, Science
- Randolph Caldecott Medal 2012 (Honor Title)
- Younger
- ISBN: 9780316045469
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Men, Microscopes, and Living Things
The author begins with Aristotle and his investigation of natural science, then moves on to Pliny, Harvey, Linnaeus, Lamarck, and others. The lively yet factual writing provides interesting insights into the work of significant biologists.- Nonfiction, History, Science
- John Newbery Medal 1956 (Honor Title)
- ISBN: 9780692746158
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Mesmerized: How Ben Franklin Solved a Mystery That Baffled All of France
Follow along as Ben Franklin applies the scientific method to a new mysterious phenomenon Dr. Mesmer has been spreading across France. A whimsical look at science and history.- Nonfiction, History, Science
- Notable Children's Books 2016
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780763663513
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Moonbird
B95, a four-ounce shorebird, is the subject of a fast-paced tale of endurance. Photographs of the bird are crisp; maps are sharp and well-drawn. From start to finish, Hoose inspires the reader with awe—and worry—for this tiny natural wonder.- Nonfiction, Science, Animals
- Robert F. Sibert Informational Book Medal 2013 (Honor Title)
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780374304683
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The Most Amazing Creature in the Sea
A dozen intriguing sea animals in the ocean explain their unique characteristics. Readers are invited to choose which is the most amazing.- Nonfiction, Science, Animals
- Notable Children's Books 2016
- Younger
- ISBN: 9780805099614
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Moth
Rich illustrations help describe the survival and evolutionary adaptations of the peppered moth.- Nonfiction, Science
- Notable Children's Books 2020
- Younger
- ISBN: 9781547600205
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Nano: The Spectacular Science of the Very (Very) Small
Vivid illustrations and helpful diagrams complement this engaging and kid-friendly exploration of nanoscience.
- Nonfiction, Science
- Notable Children's Books 2022
- All Ages
- ISBN: 9781536217667
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Neighborhood Sharks: Hunting with the Great Whites of California's Farallon Islands
With vivid paintings and clear, accessible text, Roy creates a heart-stopping look at what great white sharks do best—hunt for their next meal.- Nonfiction, Science, Animals
- Robert F. Sibert Informational Book Medal 2015 (Honor Title)
- Middle
- ISBN: 9781596438743
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Nic Bishop Spiders
Even the squeamish will be awed by Bishop's oversized, dramatic and vibrant up-close color photographs of more than a dozen types of spiders in “Nic Bishop Spider.” His compelling, conversational and knowledgeable text provides basic information and startling facts which all ages will relish.- Nonfiction, Science, Animals
- Robert F. Sibert Informational Book Medal 2008 (Honor Title)
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780439877565
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Ology: Science for Kids
Created by the educators at the American Museum of Natural History, the free Ology app allows school-aged children to play fun interactive games, watch videos, and read articles about all kinds of science. The interface is bright and eye-catching, and content areas are well organized while also creating plenty of opportunity for discovery. Available in English, with some videos also available in Spanish.
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Otis and Will Discover the Deep: The Record-Setting Dive of the Bathysphere
Daring aquanauts Otis Barton and Will Beebe designed and dove in a leaky bathysphere that allowed them to explore 800 feet below the ocean surface.- Nonfiction, Science
- Notable Children's Books 2019
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780316393829
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Parrots over Puerto Rico
“Parrots over Puerto Rico,” published by LEE & LOW BOOKS Inc., is the story of the rescue and return of the Puerto Rican parrot, a species once so abundant it blotted out the sun. Through the efforts of a valiant, dedicated and committed team of scientists and island residents the fate of this native bird is now inching out of extinction.- Nonfiction, Science, Animals
- Robert F. Sibert Informational Book Medal 2014 (Medal Winner)
- Younger
- ISBN: 9781620140048