Children & Teen Non-Fiction Books
Random House Children's Books Iris Apfel A Little Golden Book Biography
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Random House USA Inc A Home for Unusual Monsters
Book SynopsisA girl who has spent her life in disguise tackles a mission that uncovers lies and surprises around every corner. Nothing is as it seems in the next cozily creepy monster mystery from acclaimed author Shaun David Hutchinson.Sam Osborne may have helped her new friend Hector Griggs save St. Lawrence?s Catholic School for Boys from a terrifying monster, but she is still trying to prove herself as a member of Kairos, the secretive and shadowygovernment agency devoted to investigating the strange and unusual. And her unique ability to control how others see hermakes her the perfect agent…if she can learn to play by Kairos? rules. Her next mission? Use her powers of disguise to infiltrate the family of a former agent to find top secret information about monsters hiding in plain sight. But even though Sam is well versed in deception, she may not be prepared forthe web of secrets she uncovers. Especially since she may not be the only one pretending to be someone?or something?she?s not. And once the clues are unraveled and the truth is revealed, the monsters she?s searching for might just be closer to home…
£13.49
Random House Children's Books The Lonely Goose
Book SynopsisIn this lyrical and poignant nonfiction book about loss, follow the lives of a pair of Canada geese as they perform their courtship rituals, raise nests full of chicks, and migrate with the seasons... until one goose has to brave the world alone.Here is how he won her over:He was the best dancer with the most powerful moves.He hissed loudly and bravely.He had a long, sleek neck and a fine bill.This is a stunningly illustrated, moving picture book about two geese bonded for life. They have six eggs, and then six chicks, and they teach them how to fly. But when one of the geese in the partnership becomes ill and dies, what happens to its partner goose? She is forced, suddenly, to brave the world on her own?until a new partner goose comes along, calling to her with his own powerful moves. With scientific facts, a beautiful text, and gorgeous art work, young readers will find themselves inspired to take a closer look at the natural world around them.
£15.29
Penguin Putnam Inc What Was Built to Be a Ship of Dreams The Titanic
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Penguin Putnam Inc Who Is Harry Styles
Book SynopsisLearn about the life of one of today''s most popular musicians in this Who HQ Now biography about Harry Styles and his exciting career from One Direction to his Grammy-winning solo performances.In 2010, Harry Styles was thrust into the spotlight when he auditioned for X-Factor and was placed in a new band called One Direction. That band of five young men would go on to place third in the competition, but their time together wouldn''t stop there. They went on to release five albums and headline four international tours. When the band went on a break in 2016, Harry Styles decided to pursue his dream of being a solo artist. Since then, Harry has released three albums, sold out massive tours, and won a Grammy award. In addition to his musical success, Harry has also acted in several blockbuster movies, including Dunkirk and Don''t Worry Darling. In everything that he does, Harry inspires his fans to Treat People With Kindness, his slogan that encourages people to love and respect everyone around them.
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Zeitgeist Fun with Outer Space
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Penguin Young Readers Group Cats on Cats on Cats
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Penguin USA Theres No Place Like Gnomes
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Penguin USA Outside In and the Inside Out
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Penguin USA Corduroy Gives Thanks
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Penguin USA Bus Stop
Book SynopsisGeisel Award?winning artist James Yang?s Bus! Stop!, now available in board book!?Bus! Stop!? a boy yells, as his bus pulls away one early morning. He must wait for the next bus. The next one does NOT look like his bus at all. And neither does the next one, or the next. But these other buses look much more interesting than his bus. Should he try a different one?Here is a book with few words and delightful illustrations that shows very young children that trying something new can be a lot of fun.
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Penguin USA Pumpkin Dad
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£9.49
Penguin Young Readers Group Summer Girls
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£15.99
Penguin Young Readers Light Enough to Float
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£10.44
Random House Children's Books Quiet Please Owen McPhee
Book SynopsisFrom the author-illustrator team who brought you The Invisible Boy comes the story of a boy who won't stop talking--until he gets laryngitis. You don't have to be a chatterbox to appreciate this tale of listening and learning.Owen McPhee doesn't just like to talk, he LOVES to talk. He spends every waking minute chattering away at his teachers, his classmates, his parents, his dog, and even himself. But all that talking can get in the way of listening. And when Owen wakes up with a bad case of laryngitis, it gives him a much-needed opportunity to hear what others have to say.From the author-illustrator team behind The Invisible Boy comes a bright and lively picture book that captures the social dynamics of a busy classroom while delivering a gentle message about the importance of listening.
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Random House USA Inc History Smashers Salem Witch Trials
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Random House Children's Books History Smashers Earth Day and the Environment
Book SynopsisMyths! Lies! Recycling scams? Discover the real story behind the first Earth Day celebration and some of the biggest US climate catastrophes--and their solutions! Don''t miss the award-winning History Smashers series as they get to the truth on the biggest environmental fibs!In April 1970, twenty million people grabbed their rakes, gloves, and recycling bins to celebrate the first Earth Day. Since that environmental kickoff, nature has never been in better shape. RIGHT?WRONG! The real deal is a bit muddier than that. It?s true that the first Earth Day encouraged people around the globe to clean up their act when it came to the environment. But activists have been working for centuries to save the planet! Native people across the world developed sustainable farming practices, women in eighteenth-century India stood up to protect trees, and amateur scientist Eunice Foote discovered the science behind global warming all the way back in the 1850s!Join the History Smashers team to bust history''s biggest misconceptions and figure out what in the world really went down before (and after!) the first Earth Day?and how you can join the fight to protect the environment.Ready to bust new myths? Check out more titles in the History Smashers series: The Mayflower? Plagues & Pandemics? The Titanic? The Underground Railroad? The Salem Witch Trials
£8.54
Random House Children's Books The Mother Tree
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Random House USA Inc Grumpy Monkey Fathers Day Fuss
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Penguin Random House LLC Mao Maos Perfectly Imperfect Day
Book SynopsisA free-spirited new student helps a perfectionist panda embrace his more spontaneous side inthis charming classroom story.Mao Mao strives for everything to be absolutely, 100%...PERFECT!But when Olivia joins his class, Mao Mao realizes that not everyone is this way. Olivia is messy. And noisy. And clumsy.So, Mao Mao decides to teach Olivia the art of how to be *PERFECT.* How hard could it be?With speech balloons and kawaii-influenced illustrations by Laan Cham, this relatable picture book celebrates individuality and self-expression and invites little ones to redefine what it means to be perfect. It also champions embracing differences and learning from one another?an important lesson for any child starting school.
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Random House USA Inc Letter to My TeacherA
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Random House USA Inc Bones at the Crossroads
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Random House USA Inc Messy or Neat A LifttheFlap Book
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Penguin Putnam Inc Happy Birthday Little One
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Penguin Young Readers Group What Was the Renaissance
Book SynopsisDiscover all there is to know about the Renaissance, the period in history that took Europe from the Middle Ages to modern times!Beginning in Italy, the Renaissance was a cultural movement that spread throughout Europe and affected art, science, technology, politics, and thought. From the 1300s to the beginning of the 1600s, scholars started to question what they knew and looked to literature and historical texts to develop new ideas for why things were the way they were. In just a short amount of time, the foundations for European life were uprooted and examined, leading people, including Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo, to explore new ways of thinking and being. Readers will learn why the Renaissance was such a pivotal time in European history and how it still influences us.
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Penguin Young Readers Group What Do We Know About the Lost Colony of Roanoke
Book SynopsisFind out what really happened when an entire colony disappeared in 1590, just five years after it was founded. What is the truth about the missing members of the lost colony of Roanoke?In 1585, Sir Walter Raleigh attempted to found the very first permanent English settlement in the Americas. The initial settlement?called the Lane colony?failed due to extremely low supplies and a hostile relationship with the Native American people who were already living on the land. Despite this miserable first attempt, Raleigh decided to establish another settlement. Over one hundred people agreed to join this new colony on Roanoke Island, just off the coast of what is now North Carolina. The colony''s governor, John White, chose to return to England to get more supplies but found himself stuck there for three years due to an unexpected war. When he arrived back at Roanoke, the entire colony had vanished. Over one hundred people, including his wife and daughter, had seemingly disappeared. They were never heard from again. The only clue left was the word Croatoan carved into a post. What really happened to the missing English settlers? Find out what we do know about this historic unsolved mystery in this nonfiction book for young readers.
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Penguin Putnam Inc Who Was Katherine Johnson
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Penguin Putnam Inc Would You Rather Grossology
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Penguin Putnam Inc 96 Facts About Selena Gomez
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Penguin Young Readers Group Tío and Tío
Book SynopsisFrom Ross Mathews (The Drew Barrymore Show and RuPaul?s Drag Race) and his husband, Dr. Wellinthon García-Mathews, comes aheartwarming and humorous tale of love and family as two young boys travel to Mexico to be ring bearers in their uncles? wedding.From Emmy-winning TV host and producer Ross Mathews (The Drew Barrymore Show and RuPaul?s Drag Race) and Dr. Wellinthon García-Mathews comes a heartwarming and humorous tale of family, friendship, and love inspired by their real-life wedding.Evan and Andy are excited to visit Mexico for their uncles? wedding?and their parents are excited that the boys will have a chance to experience the culture, practice their Spanish, and learn responsibility as ring bearers in the ceremony. Once they arrive, Evan and Andy just want to play soccer, swim, and eat all the great food. However, once the festivities are in full swing and the boys witness the love and happiness between their two tíos, they quickly embrace their role in their uncles? very special day.This debut picture book written by Ross Mathews and Dr. Wellinthon García-Mathews, and illustrated by Tommy Doyle, reminds us about the importance of love, family, and embracing one?s cultural identity.
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Penguin Young Readers This Is HipHop
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Penguin Young Readers Group What Was the Industrial Revolution
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Penguin Young Readers Group What Is the Story of Cinderella
Book SynopsisHow did the story of Cinderella, her glass slipper, the pumpkin carriage, and a magical night at the ball with a prince come to be? Find out in this dazzling book that explores the many different versions of Cinderella''s story across different authors, movies, cultures, and more!Who HQ brings you the stories behind the most well-known characters of our time in the What Is the Story Of? series!Did you know that the first version of Cinderella''s story was written two thousand years ago in Greece? It was about a young woman namedRhodopis and her missing sandal. Since then, many versions of this fairy tale have been written featuring a poor girl whose kindness led to her dreams coming true. China, Italy, France, and Germany all have distinct versions of Cinderella''s story that author Dana Rau explains within this exciting nonfiction book for fans of the beloved princess. Young readers will learn over a dozen different versions of Cinderella''s story, including the most famous versions by Charles Perrault, the Brothers Grimm, Walt Disney, and Rodgers and Hammerstein. Fans will also get to know the many different actresses who have brought Cinderella to life, including Brandy Norwood, Julie Andrews, Drew Barrymore, and Anne Hathaway.
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Penguin Putnam Inc 96 Facts About BTS
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Penguin Putnam Inc TIME for Kids Amazing Athletes
Book SynopsisLearn about 101 of today''s greatest athletes in this TIME for Kids book!The fact-filled TIME FOR KIDS: AMAZING ATHLETES includes biographies on 101 of today''s most impressive sports stars. Kids will be inspired by the careers of LeBron James, Simone Biles, Travis Kelce, Caitlin Clark, Coco Gauff, Nathan Chen, and more! Perfect for young sports fans, this book is a great introduction to the best of the best athletes across eighteen different sports.Providing reliable news sources to parents and educators for over 25 years, this TIME for Kids book is perfectfor sports fanatics and introducing different types of sports.
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Random House USA Inc Camp Frenemies
Book SynopsisNATIONAL BESTSELLING AUTHORA frenemies-to-friends graphic novel about about the trials and tribulations of three twelve-year-old girls and cabinmates at sleepaway camp. Perfect for fans of Guts and Real Friends!Beatrice, Roxy, and Virginia are fresh out of 6thgrade and ready to conquer a new milestone: their first week at sleepaway camp.Beatrice would rather be in the company of her stuffed animals than people, something her parents hope camp will help with.Roxy, fresh from the news of her parent?s divorce, feels like she?s being sent away while they sort out logistics. Further complicating matters is the fact that Bea and Roxy do not get along. Virginia wanted to go to camp, all the middle school soccer girls go, but that was before she found out she didn?t make her middle school soccer team.As the kids navigate their first big feelings -- crushes, betrayals, ambition, family drama, and more -- during this tender and sensitive transition time of their childhood, they ultimately discover it is friendship that helps them through the trials of growing up.With a pitch-perfect voice and accessible cartoons, don''t miss the next big middle grade graphic novel from uber talented creator Liz Montague.
£10.79
Random House USA Inc Selena A Little Golden Book Biography
Book SynopsisHelp your little one dream big with a Little Golden Book biography about Selena, the Queen of Tejano music. Little Golden Book biographies are the perfect introduction to nonfiction foryoung readers?as well as fans of all ages!This Little Golden Book about Selena Quintanilla?the Grammy Award winning Mexican-American singer who became known as the beloved icon of Tejano music and culture?is an inspiring read-aloud for young children, as well as their parents and grandparents who are fans.Look for more Little Golden Book biographies: Frida Kahlo Rita Moreno Beyoncé Taylor Swift Lady Gaga
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Random House USA Inc A Knot Is Not a Tangle
Book SynopsisKnots are necessary and imperfection is a gift in this poignant picture book about an Iranian boy learning to make a new family rug with his grandmother, from an award-winning duo.Here’s something to remember: Even a rug can be a precious thing.One morning, a young boy is woken up early by his grandmother. It’s time to make a new rug for the family. Together, they wash and dye the wool. When it’s time to knot the threads, the young boy grows nervous. He wants to make it perfect. But why aren’t the colors right? And why can’t he weave as swiftly as his grandmother?In this lyrical picture book about imperfection, tradition, and togetherness, A Knot is Not a Tangle explores the memories woven into one family's Persian rug, and is a gentle reminder of imperfection's greatest gifts.
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Random House USA Inc Passover A Celebration of Freedom
Book SynopsisLearn why and how Jewish people celebrate Passover with this beautifully illustrated Big Golden Book!Celebrate Passover by reading about how Moses helped lead the Israelites to freedom. In addition to the story of Passover, which includes the Ten Plagues, the Burning Bush, and the Parting of the Red Sea, preschoolers will also learn about the Passover Seder and how Jewish people celebrate today. Filled with colorful illustrations and simple, yet informative text, this Big Golden Book is perfect to share with your family this Passover!
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Random House Children's Books The Daughter of Death
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Random House Children's Books Abolition and the African American Story
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Random House Children's Books Witchycakes 3 Puddles and Potions
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Random House USA Inc Hello World Rockets and Other Space Machines
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Random House USA Inc Hello World Baking
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Random House USA Inc Im a Preschool Kid
Book SynopsisThis rhyming Little Golden Book?about a child''s exciting first day of preschool?is a great read-aloud for little ones about to start preschool as well as for those who are already preschool kids!Going to preschool is a really fun time! This delightful Little Golden Book covers all the emotions experienced on the first day of preschool, from being nervous and shy to curious and eager. And with new friends to meet, new games to play, and new things to learn, there''s a lot to be excited about. This rhyming story is perfect for all preschool kids!
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Potter/Ten Speed/Harmony/Rodale Animals of the National Parks
Book SynopsisFor nature lovers of any age, this book is a beautiful A-to-Z introduction to the wild and wonderful animals that live in America''s national parks. Featuring art from the beloved printmakers and poster illustrators at Fifty-Nine Parks.America''s national parks are some of the most magical places in the world, and home to a diverse array of creatures, both well known and more unusual. From American Bison (which are also the largest mammals in the parks) to flying squirrels (which can glide the length of a football field) to Xeme (which take two full years to grow their adult feathers), this picture book takes children on an enchanting alphabetical adventure through the natural world.The book features fascinating facts about each animal, including information on where they can be found. A passport page to record visits and an illustrated map of all the national parks will encourage children and their families to make the most of every trip. With beautifully evocative art that''s nostalgic yet contemporary, this is a special gift for outdoor and national park lovers of all ages.
£14.39
Penguin Young Readers Group I Can Make a Movie
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Zeitgeist Would You Rather Animals Edition
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