On July 30, 1945, the USS Indianapolis was torpedoed by a Japanese submarine. Close to 900 sailors were cast into the Pacific Ocean. They struggled to stay alive, fighting off sharks, hypothermia, and hallucinations.
Juvenile nonfiction
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Author:Tougias, Mike, Stanton, DougSummary: - Author:Philbrick, NathanielSummary:
In the Heart of the Sea brings to new life the incredible story of the wreck of the whaleship Essex. In a harrowing page-turner, Nathaniel Philbrick restores this epic story to its rightful place in American history.
- Author:Biesty, StephenSummary:
This children's book explores the innermost workings of some extraordinary buildings and machines. From helicopters to submarines, skyscrapers to coal mines, open up a fascinating world packed with unique and detailed cutaway drawings....
- Author:Braun, SandraSummary:
This book in the acclaimed Women’s Hall of Fame Series profiles 10 incredible women with an itch to invent. Written in an accessible, engaging, and informative style, Incredible Women Inventors examines both the challenges and successes...
- Author:Soliman, NikkiSummary:
Indig-enough is a self-awareness celebration of walking in two worlds. Whichever way you choose to present yourself to the world it is important to stand in your power and be true to yourself while holding onto your Traditional...
- Author:Johnston, DavidSummary:
This young readers edition of Ingenious focuses on 50 kid-friendly Canadian innovations that changed the world, from canoes to whoopie cushions, chocolate bars to Pablum. Co-written by Canada's Governor General and accompanied by...
- Author:Boothroyd, JenniferSummary:
Many insects drink nectar and collect pollen from flowers, and in the process they help plants reproduce. Readers will investigate how bees, butterflies, ants, and other insects assist in pollination. Simple text and supportive photos...
- Author:Schutten, Jan PaulSummary:
A perfect book for STEM learning: Kids ages 8-12 will love these creepy X-Rays of bugs, reptiles, mammals, and more! A Smithsonian Magazine Best Children's Book of the Year. Using incredible X-ray techniques, Inside In displays...
- Author:Horowitz, AlexandraSummary:
The answers will surprise and delight you as Alexandra Horowitz, a cognitive scientist, explains how dogs perceive their daily worlds, each other, and that other quirky animal, the human. Horowitz introduces the reader to dogs’...
- Author:Gaines, CaseenSummary:
Between 1986 and 1991, nearly ten million people a week watched Pee-wee’s Playhouse, the critically acclaimed and widely successful children’s program broadcast on CBS. Now, on the 25th anniversary of the show, the complete...
- Author:Johnston, Thomas AngutiSummary:
Inuit games have been played as long as anyone can remember! Learn all about Inuit games and why they are important for staying healthy and strong for life in the Arctic.
- Author:Krull, KathleenSummary:
Isaac Newton was not only briiliant, but secretive, vindictive and obsessive. Here is a portrait of the man, contradictions and all, than places him against the backdrop of seventeenth-century England, a time of plague, the Great Fire...
- Author:Suneby, ElizabethSummary:
Join Mitzvah Meerkat and friends as they introduce children to the everyday kindnesses that mark the beginning of a Jewish journey and a lifetime commitment to tikkun olam (repairing the world). Through lively characters and playful...
- Author:Sebra, RichardSummary:
Carefully leveled text and fresh, vibrant photos engage young readers in learning about the traditions and celebrations of Chinese New Year. Age-appropriate critical thinking questions and a photo glossary help build nonfiction learning...
- Author:Sebra, RichardSummary:
Feliz Cinco de Mayo! This annual fiesta began after a historical Mexican military victory, and now it is celebrated in many parts of the United States. Learn about food, music, and more through full-color photographs, diagrams, and...
- Author:Sebra, RichardSummary:
Easter is here! Learn about Easter symbols such as eggs, bunnies, and flowers, and the different ways that people celebrate this springtime holiday.
- Author:Sebra, RichardSummary:
Carefully leveled text and fresh, vibrant photos engage young readers in learning about why and how we celebrate Halloween. Age-appropriate critical thinking questions and a photo glossary help build nonfiction learning skills.
- Author:Sebra, RichardSummary:
Carefully leveled text and fresh, vibrant photos engage young readers in learning about the traditions and celebrations of Hanukkah. Age-appropriate critical thinking questions and a photo glossary help build nonfiction learning skills...
- Author:Sebra, RichardSummary:
When is New Year's Day? What are resolutions? And how do people celebrate?
- Author:Sebra, RichardSummary:
Carefully leveled text and fresh, vibrant photos engage young readers in learning about the holiday traditions and celebrations of Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr. Age-appropriate critical thinking questions and a photo glossary help build...
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