Children's Science and Non-Fiction

Hugs and kisses and lovey-dovey stuff isn't for all of us! A not-too-sweet story about a fierce and grumpy lion who maybe does know what he loves after all. Today...

The world has its ideas of who you are/ but you don t need them,/ to be the person you really are inside/ is Freedom. The empowering lyrical verse of...

The more we notice and appreciate all the good things around us, the better we feel and the better we feel, the more good we can do for others. Give...

Teach little ones about overcoming fears and appreciating the beauty in all things-even the dark-with this poignant picture book about finding wonder in the nighttime. Everyone was afraid of the...

This classic collection of animal stories follows the adventures of a local vet and the various animals who need his help and care. From a poorly cow who needs urgent...

There are almost eight billion people alive today. Having that many people in the world puts pressure on both social and natural resources, and we have to ask ourselves difficult...

From the field of genomics which can help identify rare illnesses or develop medicines to treat cancer and Alzheimer's disease to ancestry databases that can reveal genetic heritage and family...

Australia is one of the world's richest countries for mineral resources, with thousands of jobs and much of our national wealth coming from minerals manufactured into products or exported for...

Australia is one of the world's richest countries for mineral resources, with thousands of jobs and much of our national wealth coming from minerals manufactured into products or exported for...

Australia is one of the world's richest countries for mineral resources, with thousands of jobs and much of our national wealth coming from minerals manufactured into products or exported for...

What do plants eat? Why do some plants have flowers and others don't? And what's the tallest plant out there? Ada Twist, Scientist: The Why Files is the perfect nonfiction...

Sharks are some of the oldest creatures on the earth (or, rather, in its waters). This epic survey follows sharks from their earliest appearance in the Paleozoic era up through...

The majestic story of Christmas, from the Annunciation to the Epiphany, has long inspired great artists. The Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection is particularly rich in medieval and Renaissance paintings...

This series looks at different body coverings, from the shells on snails to the fur on monkeys and the scales on reptiles. Discover how body coverings vary and the different...

In Survival mode you're constantly in need of food and other useful items. You can find all these things on your travels, but a true survivor knows the importance of...

A gripping true story of murder and the fight for civil rights and social justice in 1960s Mississppi. On June 21, 1964, three young men were killed by the Ku...

History with the nasty bits left in! 'The Wicked History of the World' presents the foul but fascinating story of humans from brain-nibbling Neanderthals to terrified teenage soldiers in the...

Join the Planetwalker, John Francis, on an exploration of kindness, great and small. From the kindness John has experienced in his own life to the history of how kindness has...

Did life on Earth arrive on a meteorite from outer space? Are there living beings on planets beyond our solar system? If they are out there, what might these aliens...

Thermal Herman 6-7/8 is the top Kat Hat in Matt Katz's company. A trained cat who is able to form himself into specialty hats, Thermal Herman is world-renowned for his...

A 2015 Pura Belpr\u00e9 Illustrator Honor Book and a 2015 Robert F. Sibert Honor Book Almost 10 years before Brown vs. Board of Education, Sylvia Mendez and her parents helped...

A colourful, fact-filled introduction to the world of birds. Where are all those swallows going? Let's join them on their long journey south and learn about the world of birds...

A long time ago a mouse learned to fly... and crossed the Atlantic. But what happened next? Torben Kuhlmann's stunning new book transports readers to the moon and beyond! On...

From the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Charles Darwin, the scientist who changed the way people see the world. Although he didn't...

THE #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING MAZE RUNNER SERIES * "[A] mysterious survival saga that passionate fans describe as a fusion of Lord of the Flies [and] The Hunger Games...

One day, when Baby Hippo woke up, he was in such a rush to go and play that he forgot to give his mum a kiss... The story that follows...

Based on the hit ABC KIDS TV show! It's time for Christmas fun with Bluey and friends! Bluey, Bingo and their family are having the best ever Christmas. Use the...

The countdown to Christmas has never been more inspiring! Each day, children can unwrap a new story featuring trailblazers, pioneers, and dreamers who changed the world. From scientists and inventors...

Journey inside a shark and live to tell the tale! With Inside Out: Shark , you'll take a three-dimensional tour through a great white to learn about the unique bodies...

Back from their adventure in the Arctic, the Renegades are once again called to a climate emergency - flaming monsters threaten to destroy the Amazon rainforest! Katelyn, Mo, and Leon...

Nebamun lived in Egypt nearly 3500 years ago, around the same time as Tutankhamun. He was an official who worked for the king, and he built a wonderful tomb-chapel filled...

We all know that dogs will eat anything. We also know that kids' tastes generally aren't so wide-ranging. While ice cream and pizza might be devoured in the blink of...

The classroom favorite about tolerance celebrates its 20th anniversary with a brand-new cover! The perfect tool to help inspire compassion in our world's youth." -Jane Goodall, world-renowned primatologist A hilarious...

In my dreaming at night, I see pictures behind my eyes that take me far away. Way way back in the beginning, Akurras slithered, carving rivers, in a Creation story...

Easter Bunny has a diary. But sshh! It's a secret diary! Read all about the mishaps leading up to Easter, from foil-wrapping disasters to falling into vats of melted chocolate!...

Become an expert on incredible WOW weather facts and know the HOW behind them! Weather is AMAZING! Weather can include giant hailstones, burger-shaped raindrops and round rainbows - WOW! Weather...

All you ever (or never) wanted to know about Victorian London, penned by Jack Dodger. ROLL UP! ROLL UP! READ ALL ABOUT IT! Ladies and Gents, Sir Jack Dodger brings...

Caldecott Honor-book artist and five-time Pura Belpre Award winner YUYI MORALES tells her own immigration story in this picture-book tribute to the transformative power of hope . . . and...

Will StarClan forsake RiverClan completely, or will the cats find their way back to the light This final book in the epic A Starless Clan arc-the eighth arc in the...

No amount of mischief can shake a mommy's assurance of affection in this humorous, heartening story sure to soften even the most trying days. Even when a little chick makes...

Why is a flamingo pink? Can a parrot talk? Is a bald eagle really bald? This follow-up to the hugely successful The Big Book of Bugs, The Big Book of...

Take a rollercoaster ride through the vastness of space and, in the midst of an exciting adventure, discover the mysteries of physics, science and the universe with George, his new...

"Peaceful and reverent, this is a book for all families to share as they cuddle closely together." - Kirkus Reviews (starred review) "[A] satisfying nighttime story with a tender heart....

A stunningly presented modern-day fable from world-renowned talent Oliver Jeffers. "In an age of exquisite picture books, this is possibly the most beautiful of the year..." Imogen Carter / The...

An empowering story of adventure, kindness and acceptance that will delight and enchant young readers, by Australian racing royalty, journalist and media personality, Kate Waterhouse, and illustrator and creative influencer,...

A laugh-out-loud picture book in the spirit of SING, perfect for children who love Pig the Pug and Macca the Alpaca. Kevin the Sheep hosts a song competition. It's karaoke...

This nonfiction Little Golden Book is filled with amazing facts about whales and beautiful illustrations--perfect for preschoolers! Let your little one discover the wonderful world of whales! This informative Little...

One of the bestselling Little Golden Books of all time. One of the bestselling Little Golden Books of all time. Once there was a tawny scrawny lion who chased monkeys...