5 Kinds of Nonfiction
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Fleas in a Frenzy
From the Series Critter Kingdom
Zoom in on the world of fearless fleas and discover what they do all day! From life cycles and adaptation to diseases they carry, this book brings to life key topics about these curious… Read More →
Flickr Cofounder and Web Community Creator Caterina Fake
From the Series STEM Trailblazer Bios
Do you like to take pictures and share them online? Do you like to share comments on photos, places you've been, or articles? If so, you've probably heard of Flickr and other websites that… Read More →
Floating Jellyfish
From the Series Pull Ahead Books — Animals
Have you ever avoided stepping on a jellyfish so that it wouldn't sting you? Uncover why jellyfish sting, how they clone themselves and glow in the dark, and how they hide from predators.… Read More →
Floods
From the Series Pull Ahead Books — Forces of Nature
Do you know how floods happen? What a flash flood is? How people can stay safe during a flood? Read this book to discover the answers! Read More →
Florence Nightingale
From the Series On My Own Biography
Growing up in a wealthy family that believed nursing wasn't a respectable job, Florence Nightingale was determined to help others. After more than sixty years of service as a nurse, she had… Read More →
Florence Price
From the Series Classical Composers
Florence Price (1887–1953), an American composer and pianist, was a trailblazer as the first African American woman to gain recognition in classical music. Her compositions, blending… Read More →
Flush It Down: The Story of Sewers through Time
Hold your nose and dive into the smelly but surprisingly fascinating world of sewers! From the mighty Cloaca Maxima of Ancient Rome to the revolting, waste-filled streets of the Middle Ages, Read More →
Flying Colors: A Guide to Flags from Around the World
By exploring the designs of flags, we can learn all about the histories and aspirations of the countries they represent. Did you know that only the flag of Nepal has more than four sides? Or Read More →
Flying Reptile Models: Dinosaurs That Ruled the Skies!
From the Series Build Your Own Dinosaurs!
Build your own fantastic flying prehistoric reptile models. From a flying Pteranodon to a gravity-defying, hovering Thalassodromeus, this book is full of engaging makerspace projects that… Read More →
Flying Robots
From the Series Lightning Bolt Books ® — Robotics
Drones are everywhere! Whether they are steered by a pilot or flying on their own, these robots help humans explore new places, stay safe, and have fun. Learn more about how drones fly and… Read More →
Focus on Civil Rights Sit-Ins
From the Series History in Pictures (Read Woke ™ Books)
The civil rights movement started in the mid-1950s. Fueled heavily by young adults, the movement saw many people protest to demand equal rights for Black people. Through photographs from the… Read More →
Focus on Japanese American Incarceration
From the Series History in Pictures (Read Woke ™ Books)
The US government forced Japanese Americans to live in US incarceration camps during World War II (1939–1945). Through photographs from the past and present, discover how fear and racism led… Read More →
Focus on the Great Depression
From the Series History in Pictures (Read Woke ™ Books)
The Great Depression was a major economic crash that hit the US in the late 1920s. While many people suffered from the crash, Black Americans were hit especially hard. Photographs from the… Read More →
Focus on the Great Migration
From the Series History in Pictures (Read Woke ™ Books)
During the Great Migration, millions of Black Americans relocated after facing segregation, poor economic conditions, and racist policies. They moved to urban areas, northern states, and… Read More →
Focus on the Harlem Renaissance
From the Series History in Pictures (Read Woke ™ Books)
The Harlem Renaissance combined art and social change in the early 1900s. Black leaders and artists celebrated their cultural roots and demanded equitable treatment. Readers get a firsthand… Read More →
Focus on the Women's Suffrage Movement
From the Series History in Pictures (Read Woke ™ Books)
Since the beginning of the US, women have fought for gender equality. Many women additionally fought for racial equality. Through current and historical photographs, learn about the women who Read More →
Folding Tech: Using Origami and Nature to Revolutionize Technology
Space probes, self-assembling robots, and crash-absorbing cars all have one thing in common: their use of folding technologies. To develop these technologies, engineers are inspired by a… Read More →
Following Special Diets
From the Series Bumba Books ® — Nutrition Matters
Allergies and special dietary needs cause people to eat different foods. Readers will learn about food, diets, and nutrition in this carefully leveled text. Colorful photographs and visual… Read More →
Follow Those Zebras: Solving a Migration Mystery
From the Series Sandra Markle's Science Discoveries
Every year in Namibia, about two thousand zebras suddenly disappear from their grazing area along the Chobe River. Months later, the herd returns. Where do they go? And why? Thanks to… Read More →
Food and You: An Alien's Guide
From the Series Early Bird Nonfiction Readers — Silver (Early Bird Stories ™)
Humans need food to be healthy and have energy. Join Finn and Zeek, two alien tour guides, as they learn about food and what it does to the human body! From portion size to vitamins and… Read More →
Food around the World
From the Series Welcome to My World
Would you like to eat termites and giant land snails? Perhaps you might enjoy some durian fruit that tastes like a mixture of custard, cheese, and onion? Or maybe you would enjoy a cup of… Read More →
Food Chain Kings — Library Bound Hardcover Set
From the Series Food Chain Kings
In the animal kingdom, some animals are born to be kings! Readers will discover apex predators and the food chains they rule in this exciting series that explores top predators, their prey,… Read More →
Food Field Trips — Library Bound Hardcover Set
From the Series Food Field Trips
Take readers on fun food adventures that feature a variety of foods from apples to cookies. Kids will explore food literacy concepts, including where a food comes from, its nutritional value, Read More →
Food for Hope: How John van Hengel Invented Food Banks for the Hungry
Hunger continues to be an international problem. This true story of how one ordinary person did something extraordinary shows how everyone can do something to make a difference. Readers will Read More →