5KN: Traditional Nonfiction
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Horses on Patrol
From the Series Animals That Help Us (LOOK! Books ™)
Young Readers will meet the animal and human officers of the New York City Mounted Police Unit. Learn how they are trained and cared for and where they live. Read More →
Horse Sports
From the Series Lightning Bolt Books ® — Horse Lover's Library
Say giddyup and get ready for some exciting games! From races to horseball, horses and their riders compete in a lot of sports. Learn more about horses and the thrilling sports they play. Read More →
Hostile Habitats: Biology at Its Most Extreme!
From the Series Life on the Edge
Discover some of the planet's deadliest habitats and the incredible organisms that survive within them. In this gripping book, readers will explore living processes at their rawest and the… Read More →
Hothouse Earth: The Climate Crisis and the Importance of Carbon Neutrality
Climate change is not simply a problem for future generations. Hurricanes, droughts, floods, and wildfires are increasing in regularity and intensity. Melting permafrost, forest dieback,… Read More →
Hovercrafts and Humvees: Engineering Goes to War
From the Series STEM on the Battlefield
In 1944 during World War II, US and British engineers built a massive floating harbor. When soldiers from these countries landed in France to fight the Germans, ships towed the harbor to the… Read More →
How Aircraft Carriers Work
From the Series Lightning Bolt Books ® — Military Machines
Aircraft carriers are big and strong military watercraft. But did you know that they use catapults to launch jets? Or that they can be fueled by nuclear power? Find out more in this look at… Read More →
How AI Works
From the Series Exploring Artificial Intelligence
Engineers and scientists have been developing AI since the 1950s, and it has come a long way since then! AI can now assist in everyday life, from self-driving cars to diagnosing illnesses and Read More →
How Big? How Heavy? How Dense?: A Look at Matter
From the Series Lightning Bolt Books ® — Exploring Physical Science
A light beach ball floats on the water. A heavy rock sinks in the mud. Matter is all around us. But what makes a beach ball different from a rock? And what properties do we use to compare… Read More →
How Can We Reduce Agricultural Pollution?
From the Series Searchlight Books ™ — What Can We Do about Pollution?
Everyone needs to eat, yet farming is a major cause of pollution around the world. But did you know that certain types of farming create less pollution than others? Or that some types of… Read More →
How Can We Reduce Fossil Fuel Pollution?
From the Series Searchlight Books ™ — What Can We Do about Pollution?
Fossil fuels such as coal, oil, and gas create many types of pollution. But did you know that scientists have found ways to limit the pollution's effects? Or that even small changes can… Read More →
How Can We Reduce Household Waste?
From the Series Searchlight Books ™ — What Can We Do about Pollution?
Americans throw away millions of tons of waste at home every year. But did you know that much of this household waste can be recycled? Or that there are ways to turn this waste into energy?… Read More →
How Can We Reduce Manufacturing Pollution?
From the Series Searchlight Books ™ — What Can We Do about Pollution?
Factories create large amounts of pollution when making their products. But did you know that new technology helps factories significantly reduce the amount of that pollution? Or that… Read More →
How Can We Reduce Nuclear Pollution?
From the Series Searchlight Books ™ — What Can We Do about Pollution?
Pollution from nuclear power plants can have extremely harmful effects on people, animals, and the environment. But did you know that scientists have made nuclear power much safer? Or that… Read More →
How Can We Reduce Transportation Pollution?
From the Series Searchlight Books ™ — What Can We Do about Pollution?
Vehicles such as cars, trucks, planes, and ships create much of the pollution in our environment. But did you know that engineers have developed cars that don't produce any pollution at all?… Read More →
How Checks and Balances Work
From the Series Searchlight Books ™ — The Kids' Guide to Government
From a president's veto to a Supreme Court decision on a law, learn all about checks and balances in the US government and how they help the US stay a democracy. Read More →
How Did the Creature Cross the Road?
From the Series Wildlife Rescue
Readers discover fish ladders and "salmon cannons" in the U.S. Pacific Northwest, rope swings for monkeys in China, colorful crab bridges in Australia, and roadway overpasses in Canada's… Read More →
How Do Big Rigs Work?
From the Series Lightning Bolt Books ® — How Vehicles Work
Big rigs have powerful engines and lots of wheels. But do you know how much weight these trucks can pull? Or how drivers stop these giant vehicles? Young readers will love this in-depth yet… Read More →
How Does Your Brain Work?: Questions about the Nervous System, Senses, Sleep, and More
From the Series The Inquisitive Kid's Guide to the Human Body
How Does Your Brain Work? is a fantastic introduction to the science behind what goes on in your head. The brain, nervous system and senses are explained through hilarious, colorful… Read More →
How Do Fire Trucks Work?
From the Series Lightning Bolt Books ® — How Vehicles Work
Fire trucks have loud sirens and flashing lights. They race to fires to keep people and property safe. But what are some different kinds of fire trucks? And what special equipment do they use Read More →
How Do Formula One Race Cars Work?
From the Series Lightning Bolt Books ® — How Vehicles Work
Formula One race cars are fast and sleek. They zoom around the racetrack. But how do these cars go so fast? And how do drivers stay safe? This title offers an exciting look at Formula One… Read More →
How Do Hang Gliders Work?
From the Series Lightning Bolt Books ® — How Flight Works
Would you want to swoop through the air like a bird? Riding a hang glider is a fun way to fly. But a hang glider has no motor. How does the pilot take off? How does the hang glider stay in… Read More →
How Do Helicopters Work?
From the Series Lightning Bolt Books ® — How Flight Works
Helicopters can take off from almost anywhere and change directions quickly. They can even hover. But how do they stay in the air? And how do pilots control these special aircraft? Read this… Read More →
How Do Hot Air Balloons Work?
From the Series Lightning Bolt Books ® — How Flight Works
Hot air balloons are huge and colorful. They're lots of fun to watch. But how do they fly? And how do people control where the hot air balloon goes? Read this book to find out! Read More →
How Do I Give a Great Speech?
From the Series Help! Study Hacks
Giving a speech doesn't have to be scary. Find out how to confidently give a speech and learn an amazing skill for life in this fun, friendly, and easy-to-follow guide. Full of great tips,… Read More →