May 14, 2013
New Arrivals · Kids’ Nonfiction
These titles were recently added to the collection of the Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton County.
Dinosaur record breakers : awesome dinosaur facts : biggest! fastest! deadliest!
May 1, 2013
Naish, Darren.
London : Carlton Books Ltd, 2013
128 p. : col. ill. ; 29 cm.
Dav Pilkey
May 1, 2013
Wheeler, Jill C., 1964-
Minneapolis, Minn. : ABDO Publishing, c 2013
24 p. : col. ill. ; 21 cm.
A profile of the author of the Captain Underpants series and countless other books, featuring Dav Pilkey's childhood, education and career.
E.B. White
May 1, 2013
Wheeler, Jill C., 1964-
Minneapolis, Minn. : ABDO Publishing Co., c2013.
24 p. : ill. (some col.) ; 21 cm.
Includes index.
Information about the life and work of the famous children's writer E.B. White, author of Stuart Little, and Charlotte's Web.
Batman : dark victory
May 1, 2013
Loeb, Jeph.
New York, N.Y. : DC Comics, c2001.
388 p. : chiefly col. ill. ; 26 cm.
Originally published in single magazine form as Batman: dark victory 0-13.
Batman created by Bob Kane.
As Batman hunts the cop killer known as Hangman, he requires the help of newly-appointed Commissioner Gordon and a young orphan named Dick Gray to wade through an array of suspects including Two-Face, Joker, and Catwoman.
Who is AC?
May 1, 2013
Larson, Hope.
New York : Atheneum Books for Young Readers, c2013.
1 v. (unpaged) : chiefly ill. (some col.) ; 22 cm.
Meet Lin, an average teenage girl who is zapped with magical powers through her cell phone. But just as superpowers can travel through the ether, so can evil. And as Lin starts to get a handle on her powers (while still observing her curfew!) she realizes she has to go head to head with a nefarious villain who spreads his influence through binary code.
Tree of life : the incredible biodiversity of life on earth
April 29, 2013
Strauss, Rochelle, 1967-
Toronto ; Tonawanda, NY : Kids Can Press, c2004.
40 p. : col. ill. ; 32 cm.
Includes index.
Tree of life -- Five branches -- Monera -- Fungi -- Protocista -- Plants -- Animals -- Invertebrates -- Vertebrates -- Fish -- Birds -- Reptiles -- Amphibians -- Mammals -- Humans -- Changes to the tree of life -- Becoming guardians of the tree of life -- Notes to parents, teachers and guardians -- Index.
Reveals how all living things are separated into five kingdoms--all of which contain different facets of life on Earth--in an introduction to biodiversity.
Big Nate.
April 29, 2013
Peirce, Lincoln.
Kansas City, Mo. : Andrews McMeel, 2013.
224 p. : chiefly col. ill. ; 23 cm.
"To sixth-grader Nate Wright, life is one big game. So when he suits up for any sport, he does it with an unmistakable swagger. From fine-tuning his trash-talking skills on the basketball court to his cocky 'tude in the soccer goal, Nate can be a bigger challenge to his teammates than their opponents."--P. [4] of cover.
This place is cold : an imagine living here book
April 26, 2013
Cobb, Vicki.
New York : Walker Children's ; London : Bloomsbury [distributor], 2013.
1 v. (unpaged) : ill. ; 26 cm.
Orangutan
April 26, 2013
Eszterhas, Suzi.
London : Frances Lincoln Childrens Books, 2013.
1 v. (unpaged) : col. ill. ; 27 cm.
"Janetta Otter-Barry books"--P. facing t.p.
High in the trees of the rainforest in Sumatra, a baby orangutan is born. Follow her from birth to adulthood, as she learns to look after herself. See her eating her first solid food, mashed fruit, learning to climb, and relaxing in the "nest"" She will stay with her mom, learning how to survive in the forest, until she is five years old.
Sea otter
April 26, 2013
Eszterhas, Suzi.
London : Frances Lincoln Childrens Book,s 2013.
1 v. (unpaged) : col. ill. ; 27 cm.
"Janetta Otter-Barry books"--P. facing t.p.
Far away in the Pacific Ocean, a baby sea otter is born, just a little bigger than a kitten. See her learn how to find food and look after herself. At first she floats in the water while Mom dives for food, and later she learns how to dive herself, for delicious clams and crabs, and how to sleep on a bed of sea grass in the water. By the time she is one year old she is grown-up and ready to have a baby of her own.
Whose egg? : a lift-the-flap book
April 26, 2013
Evans, Lynette.
San Rafael, Calif. : Insight Kids ; 2013.
[19] p. : col. ill. ; 26 x 27 cm.
On lift-the-flap pages.
"An Earth aware book."
Avengers vs. the Pet Avengers
April 17, 2013
Eliopoulos, Chris.
New York, N.Y. : Marvel Worldwide, c2011.
1 v. (unpaged) : chiefly col. ill. ; 23 cm.
"Contains material originally published in magazine form as Avengers vs. Pet Avengers #1-4 and Spider-Man family #6"--P. [2] of cover.
The Pet Avengers and Earth's Mightiest Heroes fight side by side! Good thing, too, because the Age of Dragons has begun. When dragons decide to take over the world and oppress the silly humans for good, they start by turning the human Avengers into frogs! Since Captain America, Iron Man and Thor are all green and hopping about, here's hoping they get used to their new flippers in time to fight alongside Earth's Mightiest Pets! Are the Pet Avengers too late to save the world, and will Lockheed band with them in the fight or join his dragon brethren? Plus: The Amazing Spider-Man and the Mighty Frog Thor team up and take on the mischievous machinations of Thor's brother, Loki.
Lockjaw and the Pet Avengers
April 17, 2013
Eliopoulos, Chris.
New York, N.Y. : Marvel, c2010.
1 v. (unpaged) : chiefly col. ill. ; 23 cm.
Contains material originally published in magazine form as Lockjaw and the Pet Avenger #1-4, Tails of the Pet Avengers #1, and Marvel pets handbook.
Lockjaw and the Pet Avengers assemble to sniff out the Infinity Gems, six powerful gems that, once united, can bring the universe to its knees, before the super-powered Thanos finds them and uses their power for his own evil plans.
Wolverine : an origin story
April 16, 2013
Thomas, Rich.
New York : Marvel, c2013.
1 v. (unpaged) : chiefly col. ill. ; 29 cm.
"Based on the Marvel comic book series Wolverine"--T.p.
Tells the story of how a young boy, who lived in the Canadian wilderness, eventually became the superhero known as Wolverine.
Big Nate.
April 16, 2013
Peirce, Lincoln.
New York, NY : Harper, c2013.
211 p. : ill. ; 23 cm.
These strips appeared in newspapers from January 11, 2009, through August 9, 2009.
Nate Wright is an eleven years old sixth grader who has the distinction of setting the record for school detentions.
Tillie Pierce : teen eyewitness to the Battle of Gettysburg
April 12, 2013
Anderson, Tanya.
Minneapolis : Twenty-First Century Books, c2013.
96 p. : ill., maps ; 23 cm.
Gettysburg, a crossroads town -- The Shrivers and the Pierces -- Rumors and restlessness -- The Rebels are coming! -- Running to safety -- Round tops -- Battle's end -- After the storm -- On Baltimore Street -- After the war -- Taking Tillie's path.
I love you to God and back : A bedtime prayer book
April 9, 2013
Lamb, Amanda.
Nashville : Thomas Nelson, c 2013.
1 v. (unpaged) : col. ill. ; 24 cm.
"....as they settle in for bedtime prayers and think back on the events of the day, Mommy Bunny and Bitty Bunny kneel by the bedside together, learning what it means to thank God for HIs many gifts, to ask for forgiveness when we mess up, and to pray for others in need"-- P. [4] of cover.
Wind, rain and snow
April 4, 2013
Yıldırım, Rabia.
Clifton, NJ : Tughra Books, c2013
52 p. : col. ill. ; 22 cm.
Originally published in Turkish as Gökyüzü serisi in 2008.
The strong wind -- Raindrops -- Snowflakes.
This story book teaches children to observe the wonders of creation. The Strong wind, Raindrops, and Snowflakes teach children how God creates all things with perfect wisdom and beauty.
Let's build a playground
April 4, 2013
Rosen, Michael J., 1954-
Somerville, Mass. : Candlewick Press, 2013.
1 v. (unpaged) : col. ill. ; 28 cm.
"A KaBOOM! book."
Traces the efforts of a group of kids and adults from an Indianapolis community who worked with KaBOOM! to build a playground that became the site of endless imaginative adventures.
Johannes Vermeer
April 4, 2013
Wood, Alix.
New York : Windmill Books, 2013.
32 pages : color illustrations ; 23 cm.
Presents the life and accomplishments of the Dutch painter known for his use of color, discussing his childhood, art education, family life, and famous works.
Vincent van Gogh
April 4, 2013
Wood, Alix.
32 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 23 cm.
Traces the life of the troubled nineteenth-century artist and looks at his major works.
Claude Monet
April 4, 2013
Wood, Alix.
New York : Windmill Books, 2013.
32 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 23 cm.
Leonardo da Vinci
April 4, 2013
Wood, Alix.
New York : Windmill Books, 2013.
32 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 23 cm.
Presents the life and accomplishments of the famous artist, scientist, engineer, and inventor.
Paul Cézanne
April 4, 2013
Wood, Alix.
New York : Windmill Books, 2013.
32 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 23 cm.
Introduces the life and work of Paul Cezanne, discussing his early years, life in Paris, and development as a painter.
Space
April 1, 2013
Brooks, Susie.
1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 29 cm
"Over 50 lift-the-flap surprises"--Cover.
Ang mahiwagang kuba = The enchanted hunchback
March 29, 2013
Bellen, Christine S.
Mandaluyong City, Phils. : Anvil Publishing, Inc., c2011.
32 p. : col. ill. ; 23 cm.
On a beam of light : a story of Albert Einstein
March 27, 2013
Berne, Jennifer.
San Francisco : Chronicle Books, c2013.
1 v. (unpaged) : ill. ; 25 cm.
Coral reefs
March 27, 2013
Simon, Seymour.
New York : Harper, c2013.
30 p. : col. ill. ; 27 cm.
In Coral Reefs, Simon introduces elementary-school readers to the oceans’ reefs through wonderful descriptions and stunning full-color photographs. He encourages appreciation of the ecology of coral reefs, explains why they are in danger, and suggests ways kids can help save the endangered reefs.
Gandhi : a march to the sea
March 27, 2013
McGinty, Alice B., 1963-
Las Vegas, NV : Amazon Children's Pub., c2013.
1 v. (unpaged) : col. ill., col. maps ; 24 x 31 cm.
Paper artist : creations kids can fold, tear, wear, or share
March 27, 2013
Green, Gail.
112 p. : col. ill. ; 26 cm.
"Step-by-step instructions teach readers how to create decorations, presents, keepsakes, and accessories with paper"--Provided by publisher.
Nonna's birthday surprise
March 26, 2013
Bastianich, Lidia.
Philadelphia, PA : RP Kids, c2013
1 v. (unpaged) : col. ill., 1 col. map ; 29 cm.
It's Nonna Mima's birthday, and Nonna Lidia and her grandkids are determined to throw her a surprise feast! While planning the evening's menu, Nonna Lidia shares her memories of growing up on the farm during each season of the year, gardening her own fruits and vegetables, and being surrounded by animals of all kinds. After a trip to the farmers' market, Lidia and the kids prepare a pasta primavera, perfect for a family celebration!--Publisher's description.
Food : the new gold
March 25, 2013
Gay, Kathlyn.
Minneapolis : Twenty-First Century Books, c2013.
96 p. : ill. (chiefly col.) ; 26 cm.
Going hungry -- Factory farming -- Industrial farming: dangerous to your health? -- Climate crisis -- Frankenfoods -- Protecting the foods we eat -- Food meets politics -- Feeding the future.
Explores the nature of food politics, covering such topics as factory and industrial farming, the effect of climate change on the food supply, genetic engineering, and how the needs of the world's starving population can be met
10 plants that shook the world
March 21, 2013
Richardson, Gillian.
Toronto ; New York : Annick Press, c2013.
129 p. ; col. ill., col. map ; 25 cm.
Explore rivers and ponds!
March 21, 2013
Mooney, Carla, 1970-
White River Junction, VT : Nomad Press, c2012.
92 p. : ill., maps ; 26 cm.
"With 25 great projects" -- Cover.
Introduction: the world of water -- The freshwater biome -- Ponds and lakes -- Streams and rivers -- Wetlands -- Conservation and protection.
This book introduces children to the world of freshwater habitats and the creatures they contain.
A bird's life
March 21, 2013
Lawrence, Ellen, 1967-
New York, N.Y. : Bearport, c2013.
24 pages : col. illustrations ; 23 cm
Provides information on birds in general by looking at the specific example the of Northern cardinal.
A dragonfly's life
March 21, 2013
Lawrence, Ellen, 1967-
New York, N.Y. : Bearport Pub., c2013.
24 p. : col. ill. ; 22 x 26 cm.
Watching dragonflies -- Dragonfly eggs -- Time to hatch -- All about nymphs -- A growing nymph -- A nymph goes hunting -- An amazing day -- A dragonfly goes hunting -- A dragonfly's life -- Science lab.
Written in diary form, this book introduces the life cycle of dragonflies, describing their physical characteristics, reproduction, behavior, and hunting ability.
Back-to-school safety
March 21, 2013
Herrington, Lisa M.
New York : Children's Press, c2013.
32 p. : col. ill. ; 19 cm.
Includes index.
A chameleon's life
March 21, 2013
Lawrence, Ellen, 1967-
New York, N.Y. : Bearport Pub., c2013.
24 p. : col. ill., col. map ; 22 x 26 cm.
Watching chameleons -- A colorful chameleon -- An important sign -- Chameleon eggs -- Chameleon predators -- The babies hatch! -- Climbing babies -- A superfast snacker! -- Growing up -- Science lab.
Provides information on chameleons in general by looking at the specific example of the panther chameleon.
Bicycle safety
March 21, 2013
Herrington, Lisa M.
New York : Children's Press, c2013.
32 p. : ill. ; 19 cm.
Includes index.
Simple text and photograph illustrations present basic guidelines for bicycle safety.
Fire safety
March 21, 2013
Herrington, Lisa M.
New York : Children's Press, c2013.
32 p. : col. ill. ; 19 cm.
Includes index.
Describes what to do to be safe around fire and to prevents fires.
Car safety
March 21, 2013
Herrington, Lisa M.
New York : Children's Press, c2013.
32 p. : col. ill. ; 19 cm.
Includes index.
Simple text and photograph illustrations present basic guidelines for car safety.
Internet safety
March 21, 2013
Herrington, Lisa M.
New York : Children's Press, c2013.
32 p. : col. ill. ; 19 cm.
Includes index.
What is the internet? -- Online smarts -- Think before you click -- Stay away from strangers! -- Computer rules -- I can be safe -- Words you know.
An introduction to being safe on the internet.
A book is just like you! : all about the parts of a book
March 21, 2013
Fox, Kathleen.
Madison, Wisconsin : Upstart Books, c2012.
32 p. : ill. ; 29 cm.
Do you know that a book is just like you? It's true! Think about it: On the day you were born, you were given a name. A book is given a name, too -- it's called a title. You have a spine that helps to keep your body together. A book also has a spine, which keeps the book's body of pages together. You don't go to school naked -- you wear clothes to keep warm, protect your skin, show off your fashion sense and, of course, to keep out of the principal's office! Books wear clothes, too. A book's clothes are called a cover, or jacket, and like clothes, they keep the inside of a book protected from things like kids with sticky ice cream fingers and little baby brothers. With vibrant illustrations and hilarious comparisons, A Book is Just Like You is the perfect teaching tool for helping students understand their books -- inside and out.
China : everything you ever wanted to know
March 21, 2013
Forbes, Scott.
Footscray, Vic. : Lonely Planet, 2012.
96 p. : ill. (chiefly col.) ; 21 cm.
Includes index.
"Conceived by Weldon Owen in partnership with Lonely Planet"--p. 96.
A gathering of odd and interesting facts about China.
Hello, mommy ZooBorns!
March 21, 2013
Bleiman, Andrew.
New York : Simon Spotlight, c2013.
1 v. (unpaged) : col. ill. ; 24 cm.
"The photos in this book were previously published in ZooBorns: the newest, cutest animals from the world's zoos and aquariums."
Photographs show interactions between mother zooborn animals and their offspring.
Horse heroes
March 18, 2013
Osborne, Mary Pope.
New York : Random House, c2013.
124 p. : ill. ; 22 cm.
"A nonfiction companion to Magic Tree House #49: Stallion by Starlight."
"A Stepping Stone book."
Presents a nonfiction companion book to "Stallion by Starlight," discussing the history of domesticating horses and explaining why Alexander the Great's horse was so famous.
Start the game : geometry in sports
March 18, 2013
Perritano, John.
Chicago, Ill. : Norwood House Press, c2013.
32 p. : ill. (some col.) ; 23 cm.
"Polygons."
iMath ideas: shape up -- Discover activity: it's plane to see -- Going, going, gone -- Math at work -- Football frenzy -- Connecting to history -- Bend it like Beckham -- Push it forward -- Shuffle off -- Cue up! -- Come sail away -- iMath ideas: sailing shapes -- What comes next?
"What types of shapes are in a baseball stadium? How many angles are there on a soccer field? In this book you can find out, as you learn to identify plane shapes and solid shapes in different types of sports. Whether you are looking for line segments on a football field, or using angles while playing pool, you can discover how special attributes help to name polygons and other geometric shapes. Lace up your cleats, put on your helmet, and get ready to play ball!"--P. [4] of cover.
Winning the game : putting miles in their place
March 18, 2013
Brunner-Jass, Renata.
48 pages : color illustrations ; 22 cm.
It's all in the cards -- Who will win? -- Discover activity -- Round 1 -- Looking back -- Round 2 -- Looking back -- Round 3 -- Connecting to history -- Looking back -- Round 4 -- Math at work -- Looking back -- Round 5 -- Who will win? -- What comes next?
"The mathematical concepts of place value and integers are introduced as students design a board game in which they must keep track of distance with addition and multiplication. Readers learn about expanded notation and place value charts. Includes a discover activity, history connection, and mathematical vocabulary introduction"-- Provided by publisher.
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