5KN: Browseable Nonfiction

Believe it or not, submarines date back to the seventeenth century! Discover how they developed from early designs such as the one-person Turtle into streamlined, stealthy warships. Along the Read More →

The earliest tank was designed in the fifteenth century. Since then, tanks have developed into huge, powerful weapons. Get an up-close view of mighty tanks and artillery as you learn about a… Read More →

We are the Mighty Mechanics, and we look after all kinds of high-speed vehicles. Join us for a tour of the world's fastest flying machines—from fighter jets to passenger planes. Learn who… Read More →

J is for Justice. U is for Union Army. J Is for Juneteenth was written by three young writers as part of a collaborative youth writing competition hosted by Planting People Growing Justice… Read More →

Dive into the fascinating (and sometimes wacky) world inside your brain! This exciting book takes young readers on an adventure through the power and potential of neuroscience. From how our… Read More →

From allosaurus to stegosaurus, this book reveals amazing facts about the dinosaurs and other amazing reptiles who ruled the planet for 150 million years. With amazing images and jaw-dropping Read More →

Discover some of the planet's most extreme organisms and their lethal life cycles. In this gripping book, readers will explore living processes at their rawest, and the science behind life… Read More →

Readers will be enthralled with large-format photos of the fascinating construction vehicles. The Mini Mechanics characters check out equipment ranging from dump trucks hauling sand to… Read More →

This roundup of emergency vehicles not only covers ambulances, fire trucks, and police cars, but also fireboats, lifeboats, search-and-rescue helicopters, and more. Mini Mechanics introduce… Read More →

Engaging text and large photographs showcase machines so massive, they're monstrous! The Mini Mechanics characters explain key features of each vehicle and how they work. Read More →

From tractors pulling plows in fields to big rigs hauling trailers across the country, readers will learn about fascinating vehicles designed to do big jobs. Mini Mechanics characters point… Read More →

Absorbing facts about the 11.3 million species on Earth might cause your brain to burst! You need to take in huge timelines (the first life on Earth formed 3.8 billion years ago), huge… Read More →

The friendly science-mad Stickmen characters, are here to accompany you through your first steps in science, with a fascinating and fun look at what makes stuff bright and loud! Looking at… Read More →

Imagine you are inside a dark closet. Everything around you looks black. You can't even see your own hands in front of your face. Why? Your hands are still there, but something important is… Read More →

Join the Mighty Mechanics on a tour of some amazing farm machines in this spectacular book for curious kids! Machines Busy Harvesting is filled with dynamic photographs, colorful… Read More →

Join the Mighty Mechanics on a tour of some amazing farm machines in this spectacular book for curious kids! Machines Busy Planting is filled with dynamic photographs, colorful graphics, and… Read More →

Join the Mighty Mechanics on a tour of some amazing farm machines in this spectacular book for curious kids! Machines on the Go is filled with dynamic photographs, colorful graphics, and fun Read More →

For reluctant readers intrigued by magic and illusion, this is the ultimate guide! Step into a world where enchanting tricks and illusions create wonder and excitement. Explore the… Read More →

Earth is under threat. Today, our planet faces huge challenges as a result of human actions. The time has come to replace those negative actions with positive ones—it's time to take eco… Read More →

A beautiful, fact-filled picture book by writer Cathy Evans—the perfect introduction to reproduction in the natural world for children. This stunningly presented science book explains the… Read More →