New Books for Kids
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Jane Goodall
“Kids can travel to Tanzania with a young Jane Goodall and study chimpanzees alongside the world's leading expert.
Readers discover how Goodall's childhood love for animals leads to a lifetime of studying chimps and advocating for animal rights. After receiving a stuffed chimpanzee from her father, Jane becomes fascinated with observing animals. Years later, she studies wild chimps in the Tanzanian forest. She records previously unknown similarities between humans and chimpanzees that will change the scientific community.
Readers can follow along as Jane takes her new-found knowledge to advocate for the well-being of chimps and become a world-renowned animal rights activist.
Each book in this collectible series is an exciting combination of the perpetually popular 5 Minute stories format and nonfiction biographies for young readers genres. The series' unique approach, with each book containing ten exciting stand-alone stories in the life of a genius plus bonus informational content on the science, craft, and history behind each story, creates an engaging reading experience for young readers.
5 Minute Genius explores a broad range of noteworthy individuals with STEM appeal for readers ages 6-9, from polymaths like Leonardo da Vinci to artists like Frida Kahlo, to environmentalists like Jane Goodall and athletes like Simone Biles to activists like the Suffragettes.” -
How to talk to your succulent
"Eleven-year-old Adara and her dad are moving from California to the cold and flat lands of Michigan . . . and it sucks. After Mom's recent passing, it seems way too soon. Talking to Dad has always been harder than with Mom, but now it's like walking around eggshells. And why did Dad bring so many of Mom's houseplants across the country? Her mother might have been called the Plant Whisperer back home, but Adara is beginning to wonder if there is something more to it. And when she meets a little succulent named Perle, she unlocks the same magical ability her mother had: talking to plants! But taking care of Perle isn't as easy as it seems -- the environment isn't suited for her, and Adara doesn't know how to meet her needs. Kind of like the situation Adara herself is in. If only Perle could ask Adara for help . . . and Adara could ask her dad. With a touch of magic, this debut middle-grade graphic novel explores loneliness, mental health and empathy, and shows how communication, openness and a willingness to listen can help young people -- and older people -- and plants! -- navigate their mental well-being and heal from loss, individually and together."
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Mungo on His Own
An Indie Next Pick!
Written by the author of the Caldecott-winning FIREWORKS!
A young fox learns the joys - and surprises - of being independent in this lush new story from award-winning children's book author, Matthew Burgess and rising-star illustrator, Julie Benbassat.One evening, young Mungo ventures into the forest to find the sweet, red berries he's been dreaming about. But he soon finds that foraging alone can be hard for a kit like him, and Mungo gets lost. Very lost! Will he find the berries--and his way back home--all on his own?
With suspense, daring, and foxy resolve, here is a story for all readers who wish to strike out on their own before returning to the cozy warmth of home.
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A Book of Loves
Celebrate the small, often overlooked things that cats, dogs, and children love in this sweet and gentle picture book from Newbery Medal winner and author of the Henry and Mudge series, Cynthia Rylant.
Cats love boxes and windows and toys…and other things. Dogs love sticks and biscuits and puddles…and other things. Children love bubbles and cake and stories…and other things. But what do they all love? Love. -
MrBeast and Beyond
Dive into the world behind the sensational YouTube channel MrBeast in this illustrated book of fun facts perfect for die-hard fans and newcomers alike!
You may know MrBeast, the YouTube mega-sensation with millions and millions of views...but how much do you know about the world behind his videos? This book of fun facts inspired by the YouTube channel plays on themes present in his most-watched videos, from the pyramids of Egypt to the Bermuda Triangle, to being buried alive, to how long it really takes to count to a hundred thousand.
Learn the wild, the wacky, and the just plain weird facts and trivia behind his video topics! Perfect for the kid devouring Ripley’s Believe It or Not! or Guinness World Records, the devoted MrBeast watcher on a deep dive, or the casual bystander thinking “wait…he did what?!”.
This book is not authorized, endorsed, or sponsored by any person or entity owning or controlling any rights in the MrBeast name, products, or trademarks.
eResources for Kids
Biography Reference Center
Includes complete full text run of Biography Today and Biography Magazine including thousands of narrative biographies.
Britannica Fundamentals
Britannica School
Nonfiction geared for K-12 students. Includes articles, images, eBooks, novels, and essays.
Britannica School - Elementary
Grades 3-4. Information on countries, animals, and people. Watch and learn with videos, games, and activities.