5KN: Traditional Nonfiction

There are lots of different places to visit in the world! Have you ever been on an island? What would it be like to live on one? Take a trip to tropical Cuba and learn about the history and… Read More →

What is money and how do we use it? Find out all about how money works, from earning and spending to saving up for needs and wants. Critical thinking questions encourage readers to think… Read More →

Explore the fascinating universe we live in. Learn about the wonders of the sun, the moon, the stars, and our home planet, Earth! With age-appropriate critical thinking questions, engaging… Read More →

Eggs are delicious, nutritious, and versatile! Young readers will meet chickens and chicken farmers, and they'll learn how to cook a simple recipe using eggs and make plant pots from the shells. Read More →

Egypt is known for its spectacular pyramids, but what else does the country have to offer? Explore Egypt's amazing features, including the Nile River, the dry desert, and more. Read More →

STEM subjects are an important part of our everyday lives as well as early-childhood education! This introductory look at engineering is perfect for beginning readers. Vibrant photographs,… Read More →

Take a look at the country that includes the Eiffel Tower and the Arc de Triomphe as some of its main attractions. From flamingos on the beaches to delicious food in the cities, this European Read More →

Did you know there are gases all around us, but they're invisible? There are gases in the air that we breathe! With age-appropriate critical thinking questions and carefully leveled text,… Read More →

The earth is round, so why don't some people hang upside down? The answer is gravity! With age-appropriate critical thinking questions and carefully leveled text, young readers will learn all Read More →

What do you know about the country of Haiti? Find out about Haitian food, culture, and landmarks to see what makes this Caribbean country special. Read More →

Where does honey come from? Bees! Discover what happens inside a bee hive, watch beekeepers gather and process honey, make a yummy recipe using honey, and do a craft project that explores… Read More →

Let's take a trip to India! What makes this Asian country unique? Find out as you immerse yourself in the country's food, culture, animals, and sports. Full-color photographs will help… Read More →

Konnichi wa! Have you ever been to Japan? Learn about Japanese animals, foods, culture, and more to see what makes this Asian country unique. Full-color photographs bring Japan to life before Read More →

Jambo! Have you ever been to Kenya? Go on a safari through the savannah to see animals like lions and elephants or visit the country's capitol, Nairobi. Read More →

Did you know that light has energy? It helps us see in the dark, it brings color to our world, and it moves through the air faster than sound! With age-appropriate critical thinking questions Read More →

Did you know that liquids flow and take the shape of whatever container they're poured into? Learn more about liquids! With age-appropriate critical thinking questions and carefully leveled… Read More →

STEM subjects are an important part of our everyday lives as well as early-childhood education! This introductory look at math is perfect for beginning readers. Vibrant photographs, visual… Read More →

¡Hola! Take a trip to Mexico and find out what makes this country special. Learn about the food, animals, and culture of the United States' southern neighbor with full-color photographs,… Read More →

Each year, butterflies, whales, and many other animals travel long distances in search of better food, weather, and more. Then they return to repeat the pattern. Learn all about migration,… Read More →

Young readers will learn to distinguish between the things they really need (food and clothing) and the things they want (toys!) in this fun, fresh look at wants and needs. Read More →

Beginning readers explore each part of the day and night cycle, learning how the sun rises to create a new day and sets to give way to night. Read More →

Peanut butter sandwiches have been a lunchbox staple for decades. Visit the fields where peanuts grow, learn how they are harvested, and then discover how peanuts are made into peanut butter. Read More →

Readers follow along as the moon shifts from new to full and back again, learning the words for each lunar phase and how the sun's light creates the moon shapes they see in the sky. Read More →