The true story of eighteenth-century mathematician Sophie Germain, who solved the unsolvable to achieve her dream. When her parents took away her candles to keep their young daughter from studying math...nothing stopped Sophie. When a...
Juvenile nonfiction
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Author:Bardoe, CherylSummary: - Author:Vernon, CaitlynSummary:
You don't have to live in the Great Bear Rainforest to benefit from its existence, but after you read Nowhere Else on Earth you might want to visit this magnificent part of the planet. Environmental activist Caitlyn Vernon guides young...
- Author:Martin, Dayna, Roumanis, A.R.Summary:
This book introduces basic numbers and develops early language skills using images of things that every kid should know. Vibrant colors and images are designed to attract the attention of babies and toddlers. This book will help...
- Author:Samatte, SandraSummary:
Nuttah and Kitchi : National Indigenous Peoples Day Celebration is written by Sandra Samatte, Ojibwe - Saulteaux - from Skownan First Nation Treaty 2 Territory and illustrated by Julian Grafenauer, Ojibwe from Rolling River First Nation...
- Author:Hamilton-Barry, JoannSummary:
Are Shakespeares lost manuscripts buried deep in the notorious Money Pit? Do booby traps conceal the Holy Grail of the Knights Templar or Blackbeards pirate loot? The mystery of Oak Islands rumoured treasure has stumped explorers and...
- Author:Tocher, TimothySummary:
Presents fun facts and trivia about baseball, from its most eccentric players to unexpected events, fun mascots, and surprising fan experiences.
- Author:Gehl, LauraSummary:
Meet nature's oddballs in this charming board book about some of the strangest animals in the world. Barnyard animals—move over! Odd Beasts introduces babies and toddlers to more unusual species, including the glass frog with...
- Author:Ellis, DeborahSummary:
Society of School Librarians International Honor Book. Deborah Ellis has been widely praised for her gripping books portraying the plight of children in war-torn countries. Now she turns her attention closer to home, to the children...
- Author:Masoff, JoySummary:
History is chock full of characters and events that could turn your hair white. From rampaging pirates to raunchy monarchs, Oh Yikes! has thrilling stories to spare about history's wildest, scariest moments. Did you know the Aztecs...
- Author:Masoff, JoySummary:
An alphabetical collection of articles about disgusting things, from acne, ants, and bacteria to worms, x-periments, and zits.
- Author:Roberts, JillianSummary:
Introduces children to the important topic of the environment. Crafted around a conversation between a grade-school-aged child and an adult, this inquiry-focused book using age-appropriate language and tone will help children shape...
- Author:Roberts, Jillian, Heinrichs, Jane, Hudson, KirstieSummary:
This illustrated nonfiction picture book by child psychologist Dr. Jillian Roberts introduces children to the important topic of the environment. Crafted around a conversation between a grade-school-aged child and an adult, this inquiry...
- Author:Roberts, Dr. JillianSummary:
The World Around Us series introduces children to complex cultural, social and environmental issues that they may encounter outside their homes, in a way that is accessible. Sidebars offer further reading for older children or care...
- Author:Roberts, Dr. Jillian, Casap, Jaime, Heinrichs, Jane, Roberts, Dr. JillianSummary:
The World Around Us series introduces children to complex cultural, social and environmental issues in a straightforward and accessible way. These illustrated nonfiction picture books tackle global concerns and initiate conversations...
- Author:Creasey, EleanorSummary:
An exploration of Canadian Remembrance Day history, customs, and traditions. Who are the people who offered their lives in war? Why do we remember them? How do we honour their memory? For children learning about remembrance and the...
- Author:Gill, MariaSummary:
Discover which are our most threatened animals in New Zealand. From the beautiful forest ringlet butterfly to the down-right ugly southern elephant seal, the cheeky kakapo to the great white sharks, every one of the unique species in...
- Author:Roberts, JillianSummary:
Using illustrations, full-color photographs and straightforward text, this nonfiction picture book introduces the topic of online safety.
- Author:Roberts, Dr. JillianSummary:
On the News gently introduces young children to the realities of natural disasters, terrorism and other forms of tragedy. In age-appropriate language and tone, Dr. Roberts explains what tragedy is, the feelings it may create and how to...
- Author:Roberts, Dr. Jillian, Heinrichs, Jane, Roberts, Dr. JillianSummary:
This is an enhanced ebook with a read-along function. On the News gently introduces young children to the realities of natural disasters, terrorism and other forms of tragedy. In age-appropriate language and tone, Dr. Roberts explains...
- Author:Roberts, Dr. JillianSummary:
On the Playground: Our First Talk About Prejudice focuses on introducing children to the complex topic of prejudice. Crafted around a narrative between a grade-school-aged child and an adult, this inquiry-focused book will help children...
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