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Children's New Nonfiction Books April 2021
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13 things strong kids do : think big, feel good, act brave
by Amy Morin
The best-selling author of 13 Things Mentally Strong People Don’t Do addresses the challenges facing middle grade students in today’s world, offering relatable, graphics-complemented advice on developing healthy mental habits for fulfilling personal potential. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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Under pressure : the science of stress
by Tanya Lloyd Kyi
Explores the science behind psychological stress, examining how people cope with chronic stress, how trauma can affect the brain, and how to handle both normal and extreme stress
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Sylvia and Marsha start a revolution! : the story of the trans women of color who made LGBTQ+ history
by Joy Michael Ellison
""Someday girls like us will be able to wear whatever we want. People will call us by the names we choose. They'll respect that we are women. The cops will leave us alone and no one will go hungry." Sylvia and Marsha are closer than sisters. They are kind and brave and not afraid to speak their truth, even when it makes other people angry. This illustrated book introduces children to the story of Sylvia Rivera and Marsha P. Johnson, the two transgender women of colour who helped kickstart the Stonewall Riots and dedicated their lives to fighting for LGBTQ+ equality. It introduces children to issues surrounding gender identity and diversity, accompanied by a reading guide and teaching materials to further the conversation"
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10 Hidden Heroes
by Mark K. Shriver
Book AnIn this fun-filled and inspiring seek-and-find book, New York Times bestselling author and president of Save the Children Action Network, Mark K. Shriver highlights the various ways children and adults can be real-life heroes in their everyday lives. Little ones learn to count the individual heroes who shine a light on the importance of helping others whether it&;s through teaching, caring for animals, protecting the environment, or keeping others from harm. Adults who read along can help their children make connections to the unseen acts of compassion that occur in their very own neighborhoods.notation
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Escape at 10,000 feet : D.B. Cooper and the missing money
by Tom Sullivan
A minute-by-minute account of the only unsolved airplane hijacking in the United States uses comics panels, reproductions of FBI files and investigation photographs to chronicle the events surrounding an unidentified extortionist’s 1971 hijacking and disappearance. 15,000 first printing. Simultaneous and eBook. Illustrations.
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Dear teacher : a celebration of people who inspire us
by Paris Rosenthal
A gift-appropriate tribute to the heroic teachers of today’s world, written by the author of Dear Baby, expresses thanks to educators, coaches and other role models who help inspire the futures of young people. 200,000 first printing. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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Dragon world
by Tamara Macfarlane
An immersive history of dragon lore describes how the mythical species has been depicted in the art and stories of most world cultures, sharing related drawing tips and fun facts about weather events and other phenomena attributed to dragon magic. Illustrations.
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Wonder women of science : twelve geniuses who are currently rocking science, technology, and the world
by Tiera Fletcher
"Meet award-winning aerospace engineer Tiera Fletcher and twelve other science superstars and hear them tell in their own words not only about their fascinating work, but also about their childhoods and the paths they traveled to get where they are--paths that often involved failures and unexpected changes in direction, but also persistence, serendipity, and brilliant insights. Their careers range from computer scientist to microbiologist to unique specialties that didn't exist before some amazing women profiled here created them"
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The rainforest book
by Charlotte Milner
Presents plants and animals of the rainforest and how they can be protected
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Zee grows a tree
by Elizabeth Rusch
Born at the same time a Douglas-fir seedling emerges from the nursery bed on her family’s Christmas tree farm, young Zee grows up beside the tree as both thrive and become taller throughout the years. Illustrated by the artist of Bear in Love. Illustrations. Bibliography. Index.
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Snooze-o-rama : the strange ways that animals sleep
by Maria Birmingham
"While you brush your teeth and turn out the light, animals all over the world are getting ready for bed in their own unique ways. Otters snuggle under seaweed blankets, plump walruses use their throat pouches as pillows, and just like putting on pajamas, parrotfish cover themselves with a coat of slime before bed. Drawing on scientific research, this nonfiction book for young readers playfully compares the ways humans and animals prepare for a good night's sleep. On one page, a child dozes during a car ride or cuddles up to their parents in bed. Flip the page, and readers will delight in discovering how other creatures catch some z's"
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The book of tiny creatures
by Nathalie Tordjman
Presents fascinating facts through interactive quizzes, detailed seek-and-find scenes, and hands-on activities, like how to make a snail terrarium
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13 ways to eat a fly
by Sue Heavenrich
"Thirteen flies become tasty snacks in this clever reverse counting book about predators and prey. Science meets subtraction as a swarm of flies buzzes along, losing one member to each predator along the way. Includes a guide to eating bugs, complete with nutritional information for a single serving of flies."
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Winged wonders : solving the monarch migration mystery
by Meeg Pincus
"Monarch butterflies swooped through and people wondered, "Where do they go?" In 1976 the world learned: after migrating, the monarchs roost by the millions in an oyamel grove in Mexico. This was a mystery that could only be solved when people worked as a team"
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How to promenade with a python (and not get eaten)
by Rachel Poliquin
"Celeste is a cockroach, and everyone knows that cockroaches are survivors, so who better to give advice on surviving an encounter with a polite predator? Everyone also knows that taking a moonlit promenade with a deadly reticulated python (named Frank) is a very bad idea. Using her superior pythonine knowledge, Celeste comes up with various strategies and solutions -- many dangerous, most absurd, but all based on the biology of pythons"
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Real superheroes
by Julia Seal
"Who are the real superheroes that keep our world safe? This charming picture book by author-illustrator Julia Seal celebrates the brave, everyday heroes who keep our world turning through difficult times. From supermarket staff to delivery drivers to doctors and nurses and more, this rhyming book for kids is dedicated to key workers - the real superheroes looking after us during these challenging times"
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Optometrists and What They Do
by Liesbet Slegers
"There are people who can't see very well. Fortunately, the optometrist is there to help. She knows everything about eyes and has a lot of instruments to examine them. She can tell you what to do in order to see better. Sometimes, a lovely pair of glasses is the solution" -- Back cover.
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Wilbur Wright meets Lady Liberty
by Robert Burleigh
A minute-by-minute picture book account documents the true story of Wilbur Wright’s iconic 1909 first public flight, which he carefully conducted from New York Harbor around the Statue of Liberty before a breathless crowd. 35,000 first printing. Illustrations.
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Flying robots
by Lola M. Schaefer
"Robots fly overhead to find someone who's lost, spy on enemies, and create maps. In the future, these robots might fill the sky. Kids will learn how robots fly, how operators control them, and more"
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Space exploration robots
by Jackie Golusky
"Robots are out of this world! Space robots go beyond where people can explore. Readers will meet robots orbiting other planets, exploring their surfaces, and much more"
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Human-like robots
by Lola M. Schaefer
"Imagine a robot greeting you at an office or taking your order at a restaurant. In the future, they just might! Kids will discover the robots learning to do human jobs, play sports, and more"
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There's no ham in hamburgers : facts and folklore about our favorite foods
by Kim Zachman
"Why is there no ham in hamburgers? How did we make ice cream before we could make ice? How did hot dogs get their name? From the origins of pizza to the invention of chicken fingers, this book has all the ingredients for an entertaining read about the origins of some of America's most popular foods"
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Around the world : a can-you-find-it book
by Sarah L. Schuette
"Send kids globe-trotting with this internationally themed seek-and-find title. Hundreds of fun objects are hidden inside full-color photo puzzles of our world's flags, foods, landmarks, animals, customs, and more. Each to-find list includes pictographs and word labels to engage pre-readers and early readers alike"
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Vehicles : a can-you-find-it book
by Sarah L. Schuette
"Buckle in the kids for a wild ride through this vehicle-themed seek-and-find title. Hundreds of hidden objects are tucked inside vehicles that roll, rumble, float, and fly across each full-color puzzle. To-find lists include both pictographs and word labels to engage pre-readers and early readers alike"
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School days : a can-you-find-it book
by Sarah L. Schuette
"Treat kids to a seek-and-find celebration! Full-color photo puzzles focused on birthdays, the 100th Day of School, fiestas, and other days people celebrate make finding the hidden objects within them a delightful challenge. Pictographs and word labels are included in each to-find list"
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Bot battles
by Lola M. Schaefer
"Which robot is the smartest, the fastest, or the strongest? Learn what robots can do, how engineers design robots, and how scientists and students put their cool creations to the test"
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Alphamaniacs : builders of 26 wonders of the word
by Paul Fleischman
The Newbery Medal-winning author of Joyful Noise and the Caldecott Honor-winning illustrator of The Right Word present alphabetized portraits of 26 extraordinary writers, from Jean-Dominique Bauby, who dictated his memoir by blinking his eye, to Frederic Cassidy, who amassed 176 words for dust bunnies. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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Timelines from Black History : Leaders, Legends, Legacies
by Inc. Dorling Kindersley
"Amazing visual timelines take readers through the people and the issues that have shaped Black history. Erased. Ignored. Hidden. Lost. Underappreciated. No longer. Delve into the unique, inspiring, and world-changing history of Black people. From Frederick Douglass to Oprah Winfrey, and the achievements of ancient African kingdoms to those of the US Civil Rights Movement, Timelines From Black History: Leaders, Legends, Legacies takes kids on an exceptional journey from prehistory to modern times. |
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Have I Ever Told You Black Lives Matter
by Shani Mahiri King
This book affirms the message repeatedly, tenderly, with cumulative power and shared pride. Celebrating Black accomplishments in music, art, literature, journalism, politics, law, science, medicine, entertainment, and sports, Shani King summons a magnificent historical and contemporary context for honoring the fortitude of Black role models, women and men, who have achieved greatness despite the grinding political and social constraints on Black life. Frederick Douglass, Toni Morrison, Sojourner Truth, John Lewis, Langston Hughes, Louis Armstrong, Maya Angelou, Aretha Franklin, and many more pass through these pages. An America without their struggles, aspirations, and contributions would be a shadow of the country we know. A hundred life sketches augment the narrative, opening a hundred doors to lives and thinking that aren’t included in many history books. James Baldwin’s challenge is here: “We are responsible for the world in which we find ourselves, if only because we are the only sentient force which can change it.” Actress Viola Davis’s words are here, too: “When I was younger, I did not exert my voice because I did not feel worthy of having a voice. I was taught so many things that didn’t include me. Where was I? What were people like me doing?” This book tells children what people like Viola were and are doing, and it assures Black children that they are, indisputably, worthy of having a voice. Have I Ever Told You Black Lives Matter?
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We must not forget : Holocaust stories of survival and resistance
by Deborah Hopkinson
A thoroughly researched volume of true Holocaust stories collects firsthand testimonies and interviews with diverse survivors who recall their persecution, endurance and resistance. By the award-winning author of Shutting Out the Sky. Simultaneous eBook.
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We are a garden : a story of how diversity took root in America
by Lisa Westberg Peters
A timely story about the role of migrants in the history of North America depicts a girl from a clan during the frozen era of the mammoths whose home is gradually transformed over time by gold-hunters, slavers and immigrants seeking a new home. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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Let Liberty rise : how America's schoolchildren helped save the Statue of Liberty
by Chana Stiefel
An uplifting story about the power of teamwork describes how former immigrant Joseph Pulitzer appealed to his fellow citizens, including thousands of young children, to donate enough small funds collectively to build a pedestal for France’s 100th birthday gift to America, the Statue of Liberty. Illustrations.
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Virginia Apgar
by Sayantani DasGupta
Inspired by Clinton and Boiger’s best-selling picture books, a first entry in a chapter-book series heralding the achievements of groundbreaking women from history describes the barriers that challenged Virginia Apgar’s medical career and how she developed the famous Apgar test for newborns. Simultaneous and eBook. Illustrations.
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Grace Banker and Her Hello Girls Answer the Call : The Heroic Story of Wwi Telephone Operators
by Claudia Friddell
Follow Grace Banker's journey from her busy life as a telephone switchboard trainer in New York to her pioneering role as the Chief Operator of the 1st Unit of World War I telephone operators in the battlefields of France. With expert skill, steady nerves, and steadfast loyalty, the Signal Corps operators transferred orders from commanders to battlefields and communicated top-secret messages between American and French headquarters. After faithfully serving her country--undaunted by freezing weather and fires; long hours and little sleep, and nearby shellings and far off explosions--Grace was the first and only woman operator in the Signal Corps to be awarded the Army's Distinguished Service Medal.
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Radiant child : the story of young artist Jean-Michel Basquiat
by Javaka Steptoe
An introduction to the early life and achievements of modern art master Jean-Michael Basquiat describes how as a boy he saw art in all things and used his unique collage-style paintings to convey the pulsing, dynamic energy of New York City. 25,000 first printing.
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We Are the Beatles
by Zoe Tucker
In 1957, a boy named Paul met a boy named John. John was funny and confident, while Paul was quiet and steady, but one thing they had in common was a love and talent for songwriting.
When they were joined by George and Ringo, they formed the band whose name would soon be known across the world: The Beatles. Together, the Fab Four became the world&;s best-loved band, drawing huge crowds to packed-out stadiums.
But even they got nervous sometimes, and in those times they knew they could rely on each other. Through the power of friendship, The Beatles made their biggest dreams come true and still bring joy to the lives of millions.
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Joe Biden : our 46th president
by Beatrice Gormley
A student biography of the respected Democratic veteran and former vice president traces Joe Biden’s life from his childhood and his decades in the Senate through his service during Barack Obama’s administration and beyond. Simultaneous and eBook.
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Listening to the stars : Jocelyn Bell Burnell discovers pulsars
by Jodie Parachini
A biographical picture book introduction to astrophysicist Jocelyn Bell Burnell describes how she navigated gender discrimination while helping develop a special radio telescope that led to her discovery of a new type of star. Illustrations.
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R-E-S-P-E-C-T : Aretha Franklin, the queen of soul
by Carole Boston Weatherford
"Aretha Franklin was born to sing. The daughter of a pastor and a gospel singer, her musical talent was clear from her earliest days in her father's Detroit church. Aretha sang with a soaring voice that spanned more than three octaves. Her incredible talent and string of hit songs earned her the title "the Queen of Soul." This Queen was a multi-Grammy winner and the first female inductee to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. And there was even more to Aretha than being a singer, songwriter, and pianist: shewas an activist, too. Her song "Respect" was an anthem for people fighting for civil rights and women's rights. With words that sing and art that shines, this vibrant portrait of Aretha Franklin pays her the R-E-S-P-E-C-T this Queen of Soul deserves"
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Rachel Carson
by Birdie Willis
"Meet Rachel Carson, the woman who changed the way America fought against the environmental crisis through her bestselling books, ultimately spurring the creation of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency"
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Show Me History! : Albert Einstein: Genius of Space and Time!
by Mark Shulman
Describes how after fleeing the Nazis in his Germany homeland, genius Albert Einstein settled in the United States and used his paradigm-changing ideas to help end World War II and promote new scientific understandings about space and time. 20,000 first printing. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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The youngest marcher : the story of Audrey Faye Hendricks, a young civil rights activist
by Cynthia Levinson
An inspirational picture book portrait of 9-year-old Audrey Faye Hendricks describes how, in 1963 Alabama, she became the youngest known child to be arrested for participating in a civil rights protest, for which she was imprisoned for picketing against Birmingham segregation practices. By the author of We've Got a Job. Simultaneous eBook.
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The boy whose head was filled with stars : a life of Edwin Hubble
by Isabelle Marinov
"How many stars are in the sky? How did the universe begin? Where did it come from? This is the story of Edwin Hubble, a boy fascinated by the stars who surmounted many hurdles to follow his dreams of becoming an astronomer. Using the insights of great mathematicians and endlessly observing the sky, he succeeded in confirming two things that altered human life forever: that there are more galaxies than our own, and that the universe is always expanding. Hubble's message to us is to find peace in the vastness of the mystery surrounding us, and to be curious. "We do now know why we are born into the world," he said, "but we can try to find out what sort of world it is.""
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The leaf detective : how Margaret Lowman uncovered secrets in the rainforest
by Heather Lang
"Meg Lowman was always fascinated by the natural world above her head. The colors, the branches, and, most of all, the leaves and mysterious organisms living there. As a scientist, Meg set out to climb up and investigate the rain forest tree canopies-- and to be the first scientist to do so. But she encountered challenge after challenge. Male teachers would not let her into their classrooms, the high canopy was difficult to get to, and worst of all, people were logging and clearing the forests. Meg nevergave up or gave in. She studied, invented, and persevered, not only creating a future for herself as a scientist, but making sure that the rainforests had a future as well. Working closely with Meg Lowman, author Heather Lang and artist Jana Christy beautifully capture Meg's world in the treetops"
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Who was Claude Monet?
by Ann Waldron
The financial struggle and artistic criticism endured by this master of impressionism in his lifetime are revealed in this inspiring tale of an artist who never gave up his dream or altered his vision, continuing to create the paintings he loved that are so highly revered today. Original.
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Mornings with Monet
by Barb Rosenstock
The creators of the Caldecott Honor-winning The Noisy Paint Box describe how as a young artist, Claude Monet rejected a traditional life path while embracing initially unpopular new approaches to painting and seeing, launching the French Impressionism movement. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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We Are the Supremes
by Zoe Tucker
This inspiring picture book tells the story of the friendship between Flo, Mary, and Diana, and how by supporting each other they overcame hardship to become international superstars.
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