New Nonfiction

The Race is a motivational children's book teaching children how to overcome hurdles in life in a positive way. Benedict learns the lessons of losing and not getting what he dreams of. He uses the loss to fuel his training to become the fastest racer in the city.

In this simple, heartwarming story, a single mother and her son lovingly share a routine, experiences, and a practice in kindness towards others. Their life is not perfect, but they always find a way to seek small joys and comfort where they can.

Have you ever wondered what mysteries the ocean holds? Prepare to explore the ocean from sunlit shallows to the deepest, darkest depths. Along the way, you'll meet many incredible creatures that are brand new to science. Dive to a coral reef and spot a new species of pygmy octopus. Travel deeper and discover fragile, nearly transparent jellies as they drift past. Then head down into a world of eternal night. You'll encounter animals that make their own light and zombie worms that feast on the bones of dead whales.

Trying new foods is fun! Eating a variety of fruits, veggies, and other healthy selections helps you get the nutrients you need. How can you discover new foods you will like? And what are some different ways to prepare the new foods you find? This book introduces listeners to a variety of tasty ingredients and exotic new foods. Try new recipes with hands-on activities and a fun facts section.

Mya is a bright little girl. She loves to learn and explore, but most of all, she loves meeting new friends. Could the school be the place for her? Follow Mya as she discovers what it's like to be a preschooler.

When babies are born early, they often have trouble surviving. But special containers called incubators help babies grow by keeping them warm and protected. At first, people in the medical world were skeptical about incubators. But some trailblazing doctors believed in the technology—and put it on display across Europe and the United States. "Incubator exhibits" showed the public how incubators saved lives. The controversial displays led people to accept this medical innovation. Meet the doctors who invented the incubator and follow the incubator's fascinating rise with this history.

¿Quién necesita pañales? ¡Yo no! es el ímpetu para tener éxito a la hora de ir al baño y dominar el uso del mismo que has estado esperando. Simple, tenaz e infinitamente entretenido, este es el nuevo tema musical para las nuevas experiencias de su hijo en el logro del uso del baño: ¡Un canto de orgullo por ir al baño! Aprobado para niños pequeños y verificado para dar risas, ¿Quién necesita pañales? ¡Yo no! trae emoción y nueva motivación para deshacerse de los pañales y anular la necesidad de usarlos.

New dual language edition in both Spanish and English. I Dreamed You is a love poem, a testament to the gift that every child is to those who care for him or her and to the unbreakable bond between them. I Dreamed You gives a voice to the feelings so difficult to express and so important to share. Award-winning and beloved children's author Justine Avery thoughtfully, reverently expresses the sentiments behind welcoming a child into our lives, whether we're a grandparent, adopting parent, step-parent, sibling, or anyone else blessed with a cherished young one.

Te soñé es un poema de amor, un testimonio del regalo que cada niño es para quienes lo cuidan y del vínculo inquebrantable entre ellos. Te soñé da voz a los sentimientos tan difíciles de expresar y tan importantes de compartir. La galardonada y querida autora de libros infantiles, Justine Avery, expresa pensativa y reverentemente los sentimientos detrás de dar la bienvenida a un niño a nuestras vidas, ya seamos abuelos, padres adoptivos, padrastros, hermanos o cualquier otra persona bendecida con un niño querido.

Recess is many kids' favorite part of the school day. Kid-friendly information on safety and expected behavior make this book perfect for young learners.

The first day of school is all about meeting new people and learning new routines. Listeners preparing to start a new school year will enjoy this look at what to expect on Day One.

There's a lot of responsibility that comes with riding a school bus. Instructive text brings bus safety to life in this accessible book.

There are many ways to celebrate 100 days of school. With text depicting 100th Day activities and questions to engage learners, this book is a perfect complement to this important milestone.

School libraries are the hub for learning, community, and creating. Kid-friendly text highlights all the things a library can be.

How to make friends is one of the most daunting parts of school for young students. With strategies for meeting new people, and kid-friendly reflection questions, this book is an excellent choice for beginning learners.

Luna is a rescued pit bull pup that finds a new home. She is a little frightened and afraid in the beginning until she grows to love her family.

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Karl is an Abyssinian ground hornbill with a special challenge. His lower bill had broken off and made eating difficult. Karl did a great job of adapting and finding new ways to eat, but he wasn't getting all the food he needed. His zookeepers at the National Zoo and friends at the Smithsonian Institute wanted to help. Could an old bird skeleton and a 3D printer give Karl a new beak? Karl's new adventure was about to begin!

This essay comes from the NPR series This I Believe, which features brief personal reflections from both famous and unknown Americans. The pieces that make up the series compel listeners to rethink not only what and how they have arrived at their beliefs, but also the extent to which they share them with others.

Ignite your child's curiosity with a fascinating collection of 132 multiple-choice animal trivia on some of the most interesting animals! Test your knowledge, and learn new information that you can share with family and friends!