|
New Books in Youth Services August 2019
|
|
Arithmechicks Add Up : A Math Story
by Ann Marie Stephens
As the Arithmechicks slide down the slide, swing on the swings, and play hide-and-seek, they don't realize that a lonely mouse is copying them, longing to join in. However, when their basketball becomes stuck, the chicks discover that a two-inch-tall new friend is exactly what they need. In this heartwarming story, there are many ways to add up ten cheerful chicks--but a new friend is what makes them cheer. The book includes a helpful glossary that defines the eight arithmetic strategies the chicks use throughout the story, providing a playful introduction to essential math for young children and their caregivers.
|
|
|
The Boring Book
by Shinsuke Yoshitake
Boredom: humankind's age-old adversary. It's a state that is undesirable, uninteresting . . . and just plain boring. But as one particularly bored boy discovers, there's actually more to boredom than meets the eye—more questions, more theories, and heaps of humor. This exploration of boredom from acclaimed author-illustrator Shinsuke Yoshitake playfully—and hilariously—unpacks the ways in which a seemingly stagnant state is actually a portal into a dynamic, life-enriching experience. For anyone who's ever been mind-numbingly bored, this smart, laugh-out-loud picture book just might change your perspective on the state of boredom forever.
|
|
|
I am a tiger
by Karl Newson
A little mouse with big ideas convinces his animal friends that he is actually a tiger by demonstrating that he can do everything a tiger does, a claim that is challenged when an actual tiger shows up.
|
|
|
Doozers Have Bubble Trouble
by Lisa Lauria
The Pod Squad has a cool new a cleaning machine. When they push too many buttons, the machine starts making bubbles. Doozers love bubbles! But these bubbles are very hard to pop! How will the Doozers stop the cleaning machine from making a mess? When the Doozers need to get something done, they do, do, do it!
|
|
|
The First Underwear
by Rebecca Lisle
It is very cold in the Stone Age. How will Pod keep warm? He invents . . . underwear! But what will he use to make them? With full-color illustrations and carefully leveled text, this humorous tale about creating the first pair of underwear introduces young children to reading.
|
|
|
Bee the change
by James Preller
Discovering the important role bees play in the environment while visiting a bee colony, Kym and Lizzie team up with their Clay Elementary friends to help raise awareness about making a difference for the world's pollinators. Simultaneous.
|
|
|
Sadiq and the Desert Star
by Siman Nuurali
When Sadiq's father leaves on a business trip, he worries he'll miss his baba too much. But Baba has a story for Sadiq: the story of the Desert Star. Learning about Baba's passion for the stars sparks Sadiq's interest in outer space. But can Sadiq find others who are willing to help him start the space club of his dreams? The Capstone Interactive edition comes with simultaneous access for every student in your school and includes read aloud audio recorded by professional voice over artists.
|
|
|
Nellie Bly
by Amie Jane Leavitt
Nellie Bly was a trailblazer in investigative reporting. Today, it's nothing strange for a reporter to go undercover to get the scoop on a story. But in the 1800s, that was unheard of, especially if the reporter was a woman! Through Bly's articles, the world became aware of many important social issues of the time including the poor treatment of the mentally ill, the problems that led to strikes, and the struggles and trials of the working class. Bly is best known for her epic adventure of traveling around the world in 72 days, beating the fictional character Phileas Fogg by eight days! Book jacket.
|
|
|
Aaron Donald
by Donald Parker
"From on-the-field exploits, to off-the-field insights, Gridiron Greats: Pro Football's Best Players gives the reader a close-up look at some of the very best of today's professional football stars"-- Provided by publisher.
|
|
|
3D printing
by Marty Gitlin
"Printing has come a long way thanks to technology, from printing words and images on a flat surface to recreating a life-size version of a car. In 3D Printing in the Disruptors in Tech series, readers will discover how 3D printing technology has disrupted major industries including health and architecture design. Series includes a table of contents, tech-forward sidebars, a timeline, glossary, index, and author biography"
|
|
|
Let's look at monster machines
by John Allan
"Engaging text and full-color photographs help young readers learn about machinery so massive, it's monstrous!"
|
|
|
Archaeopteryx
by Julie Murray
Did you know there used to be dinosaurs that can fly? In this book, you'll explore the life of the Archeopteryx...a flying dinosaur!
|
|
|
Be an animal tracker
by Emily Kington
From animal tracks to burrows and nests, signs of animal life are easy to spot if you know where to look. Fun photography and illustrations highlight the different kinds of mammals, reptiles, and amphibians that live in the wild.
|
|
|
|
|
|