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Maritcha
Based on an actual memoir written by Maritcha Rimond Lyons, who was born in New York City, this poignant story tells what it was like to be a black child …
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The Forbidden Schoolhouse
Describes Prudence Crandall's violently-resisted attempts to educate African-American girls in Connecticut in the 1830's.
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George Washington, Spymaster
A biography of Revolutionary War general and first President of the United States, George Washington, focusing on his use of spies to gather intelligence that helped the colonies win the …
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Hatchet
This award-winning contemporary classic is the survival story with which all others are compared—and a page-turning, heart-stopping adventure, recipient of the Newbery Honor. Hatchet has also been nominated as one …
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An American Plague
Recreates the devastation rendered to the city of Philadelphia in 1793 by an incurable disease known as yellow fever, detailing the major social and political events as well as the …
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First to Fly
A look at the lives of the Wright brothers, from their childhood interest in flight, through their study of successful gliders and other flying machines, to their triumphs at Kitty …
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When Marian Sang
The inspiring story of Marian Anderson, best known for her historic concert at the Lincoln Memorial in 1939.
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Old Hickory
An exploration of America's complex and enigmatic seventh president examines not only his accomplishments for the good of the people, but his "progressive" controversy that created broken Indian treaties and …
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Shutting Out the Sky
In her nonfiction debut, the award-winning author recounts the lives of five young immigrants to New York's Lower East Side through oral histories and engaging narrative.
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Ben Franklin's Almanac
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Mack Made Movies
A simple biography of the director whose silent films immortalized such slapstick clowns as the Keystone Kops, Charlie Chaplin, Fatty Arbuckle, Mabel Normand, and Ben Turpin.
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A Dangerous Engine
At the time of his famous kite experiment, Benjamin Franklin was unaware that his theories about electricity had already made him a celebrity all over Europe, especially in France, where …
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Built to Last
Profiles seventeen architectural and engineering achievements spanning over two centuries, including the Brooklyn Bridge, Transcontinental Railroad, and U.S. Interstate Highway System.
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Photo by Brady
Retells the Civil War through the eyes of photographer Mathew Brady and other field photographers as they record a brutal and deadly time.
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Inventing the Future
Presents a biography of the tireless Thomas Edison, illustrated with many photos of his life and inventions.
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Human Body
Introduces the parts of the body and explains how those parts work.
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Owen & Mzee
The true story of best friends Owen, a hippopotamus, and Mzee, a tortoise.
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Elephants Can Paint Too!
A story of how a teacher from Brooklyn tought her art students and a class of elephants to paint.
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Animals Nobody Loves
From the black widow spider to the great white shark, a description of many animals who have fearsome reputations.
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Hero Dogs
Presents a variety of stories about working and rescue dogs who help humans in many ways, such as those involved in the work at the World Trade Center site after …
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Actual Size
Discusses and gives examples of the size and weight of various animals and parts of animals.
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You Forgot Your Skirt, Amelia Bloomer
Amelia Bloomer, who does not behave the way 19th-century society says a proper lady should, introduces pantaloons to American women. Full-color illustrations.
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Martin's Big Words
This picture-book biography is an excellent and accessible introduction for young readers to learn about one of the world’s most influential leaders, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Doreen Rappaport weaves …
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Knucklehead
How did Jon Scieszka get so funny, anyway? Growing up as one of six brothers was a good start, but that was just the beginning. Throw in Catholic school, lots …
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Marshfield Dreams
Ralph is content in his simple life in Marshfield, Massachusetts, but when his father tells him that the family must move to Chicago for his new job, Ralph worries about …
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The Chimpanzees I Love
As a child, Jane Goodall dreamed of living with the wild animals of Africa. As a young woman, she amazed the world with her groundbreaking discoveries about chimpanzees, which she …
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We Are the Ship
“We are the ship; all else the sea.”—Rube Foster, founder of the Negro National League The story of Negro League baseball is the story of gifted athletes and determined owners; …
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Satchel Paige: Striking Out Jim Crow
Baseball Hall of Famer Leroy "Satchel" Paige (1905? – 1982) changed the face of the game in a career that spanned five decades. Much has been written about this larger-than-life …
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An Egg Is Quiet
Award-winning artist Sylvia Long has teamed with up-and-coming author Dianna Aston to create this gorgeous and informative introduction to eggs. From tiny hummingbird eggs to giant ostrich eggs, oval ladybug …
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A Seed Is Sleepy
An informative, yet beautiful, introduction to seeds.
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Bat Loves the Night
"A charming and informative story about a pipistrelle bat. . . . Offers vivid descriptions of the animal's flight, its navigational skills, and the hunt for food." — School Library …
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Why why why Can't Penguins Fly?
Answers questions about birds.
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Why Why Why Does the Earth Spin Round
The fun questions in this book are clearly answered and fantastic illustrations help explain things further. Specially designed parent panels give tips on further learning, and a fun quiz at …
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All by Herself
Poems recount the stories of fourteen girls, some of whom later became famous, who performed acts of daring, determination, and heroic courage at a young age.
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My America
In My America, Lee Bennett Hopkins weaves together fifty poems -- grouped by geographic region -- to create a remarkable portrait of the United States. Here is America in all …
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Where in the Wild?
Ear-tickling poems and eye-tricking photos.
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10 Things I Can Do to Help My World
Examines easy ways to reuse items and why it's important to do so.
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Looking Closely Along the Shore
This book in the Looking Closely series will take children on a journey of discovery along the shore while inspiring them to ask questions and use their imaginations.
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The Many Rides of Paul Revere
Paul Revere is commonly remembered as the legendary hero of Longfellow's poem about his midnight ride. In this bright, informative biography, Giblin follows Paul Revere from his humble beginnings as …