Kids’ Nonfiction

tag:cincinnatilibrary.org,2007:NewArrivals:kids_nonfiction Kids’ Nonfiction 2009-11-06T18:26:00-05:00 The Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton County http://www.cincinnatilibrary.org/ These titles were recently added to the collection of the Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton County. http://catalog.cincinnatilibrary.org/feeds/newarrivals.png http://catalog.cincinnatilibrary.org/uhtbin/ckey/1814959 Super science lab 2009-11-06T00:00:00-05:00

Hammond, Richard, 1969-

New York, N.Y. : DK, 2009.

96 p. : ill. (some col.) ; 28 cm.

Everyday things are used to show how science works.

Includes index.

http://catalog.cincinnatilibrary.org/uhtbin/ckey/1814955 Tutankhamun 2009-11-06T00:00:00-05:00

Demi

Tarrytown, NY : Marshall Cavendish Children, c2009.

1 v. (unpaged) : col. ill., geneal. table, col. map ; 26 cm.

"Using research that includes the artifacts in King Tutankhamun's tomb, Demi shares the rich details of the king's life, from ostrich and lion hunts, to the challenges of ruling his Kingdom."--Amazon.com.

008-012.

http://catalog.cincinnatilibrary.org/uhtbin/ckey/1814944 Planet earth 2009-11-06T00:00:00-05:00

Woodward, John.

New York : DK Pub., 2009.

123 p. : col. ill., col. maps ; 31 cm.

From sedimentary rock to the stratosphere, there are millions of things to learn about Earth. An incredible guide through the earth sciences, with unprecedented photography that brings information to life, this title takes a close look at the planet, from its place in the solar system to what grows in it and on it. Full color. Distributed by Syndetic Solutions, Inc.

Includes index.

http://catalog.cincinnatilibrary.org/uhtbin/ckey/1814943 Mohammed's journey : a refugee diary 2009-11-06T00:00:00-05:00

Robinson, Anthony.

London : Frances Lincoln Children's, 2009.

1 v. (unpaged) : col. ill., col. map ; 29 cm.

When Saddam's soldiers came to his house, beat him and his mother and took his father away, Mohammed never saw his father again. This is his story. From that terrible night, to the escape from Iraq by bus, on horseback, in an inflatable raft on a raging river and finally, hiding in a lorry on a ship. It covers his journey from Kirkuk to the Iraq-Iran border, through Iran, into Turkey and then on to England and safety. Mohammed and his mother were granted '"leave to stay" in England in 2002.

http://catalog.cincinnatilibrary.org/uhtbin/ckey/1814942 Animal life 2009-11-06T00:00:00-05:00

Walker, Richard, 1951-

New York, N.Y. : DK, 2009.

123 p. : col. ill. ; 31 cm.

Examines animals such as sea animals, spiders, mammals plus their behavior, homes, and care of offspring and eggs.

Includes index.

http://catalog.cincinnatilibrary.org/uhtbin/ckey/1814834 Whose nest is this? 2009-11-06T00:00:00-05:00

Roemer, Heidi.

Minnetonka, Minn. : NorthWord Books for Young Readers, C2009.

1 v. (unpaged) : col. ill. ; 29 cm.

Describes the many different types of nests found in nature, including those built by such creatures as hummingbirds, sea turtles, harvest mice, flamingos, alligators, and bees.

http://catalog.cincinnatilibrary.org/uhtbin/ckey/1814829 Disease-hunting scientist : careers hunting deadly diseases 2009-11-06T00:00:00-05:00

Willett, Edward, 1959-

Berkeley Heights, NJ : Enslow, c2010.

112 p. : col. ill. ; 25 cm.

"Explores careers in and science of epidemiology through accounts of real-life scientists"--Provided by publisher.

http://catalog.cincinnatilibrary.org/uhtbin/ckey/1814828 Children's book of art 2009-11-06T00:00:00-05:00

New York, N.Y. : DK, 2009.

139 p. : ill. (chiefly col.) ; 31 cm.

"An introduction to the world's most amazing paintings and sculptures"--Cover.

Includes index.

http://catalog.cincinnatilibrary.org/uhtbin/ckey/1814827 Animal baths : wild & wonderful ways animals get clean! 2009-11-06T00:00:00-05:00

Fielding, Beth.

Waynesville, NC : EarlyLight Books, c2009.

47 p. : b col. ill. ; 27 cm.

Discover the wild and wonderful ways animals get clean. Some animals get really dirty to get clean and some get other animals to clean them. Others just ditch their dirty skin.

Includes index.

http://catalog.cincinnatilibrary.org/uhtbin/ckey/1812812 Explaining food allergies 2009-11-05T00:00:00-05:00

Ballard, Carol.

Mankato, Minn. : Smart Apple Media, c2010.

45 p. : ill. (chiefly col.) ; 28 cm.

What are food allergies? -- Food allergies : a brief history -- Food aversion, intolerance, or allergy? -- What is an allergic reaction? -- Food allergies : common culprits -- Signs and symptoms of food allergies -- Anaphylaxis -- Testing for food allergies -- Avoiding allergic reactions -- Treating allergic reactions -- Food allergies on the rise -- Food allergies and families -- Food allergies and age -- Living with food allergies -- 21st century problems -- Treatment for food allergies.

"A+."

http://catalog.cincinnatilibrary.org/uhtbin/ckey/1810709 Amazing magic tricks 2009-11-05T00:00:00-05:00

Tremaine, Jon.

Hauppauge, NY : Barron's, 2009.

128 p. : ill. (chiefly col.) ; 23 cm.

With step-by-step photos professional magician Jon Tremaine shows the reader how to do magic trips with just a few props.

http://catalog.cincinnatilibrary.org/uhtbin/ckey/1810513 This family is driving me crazy : ten stories about surviving your family 2009-11-05T00:00:00-05:00

New York : G. P. Putnam's Sons, c2009.

224. : 22 cm.

Tunnel vision / John H. Ritter -- For the love of pork / Jack Gantos -- Another chance / Sharon Dennis Wyeth -- Happily (sorta) ever after (maybe) / Dian Curtis Regan -- Listen / Joan Bauer -- Midnight bus to Georgia / Walter Dean Myers.

http://catalog.cincinnatilibrary.org/uhtbin/ckey/1809421 Mysterious messages : a history of codes and ciphers 2009-11-05T00:00:00-05:00

Blackwood, Gary L.

New York, N.Y. : Dutton Children's Books, c2009.

170 p. : ill. ; 21 cm.

From the ingenious ciphers of Italian princes to the spy books of the Civil War to the advanced techniques of the CIA, codes and code breaking have played important roles throughout history.

http://catalog.cincinnatilibrary.org/uhtbin/ckey/1811178 Shapes in sports 2009-11-04T12:28:33-05:00

Rissman, Rebecca.

Chicago, Ill. : Heinemann Library, c2009.

24 p. : col. ill. ; 18 x 21 cm.

Shapes -- Shapes in sports -- Naming shapes -- Picture glossary.

Includes index.

http://catalog.cincinnatilibrary.org/uhtbin/ckey/1810858 Sweethearts of rhythm : the story of the greatest all-girl swing band in the world 2009-11-04T12:28:33-05:00

Nelson, Marilyn, 1946-

New York : Dial Books, c2009.

1 v. (unpaged) : ill. (chiefly col.) ; 21 x 27 cm.

A look at a 1940's all-female jazz band, that originated from a boarding school in Mississippi and found its way to the most famous ballrooms in the country, offering solace during the hard years of the war.

http://catalog.cincinnatilibrary.org/uhtbin/ckey/1813511 Nana, what's cancer? 2009-11-04T00:00:00-05:00

Fead, Beverlye Hyman.

Atlanta, GA : American Cancer Society, c2010.

55 p. : ill. (some col.) ; 26 cm.

Nana, what's cancer? -- What causes cancer? -- Can you catch cancer? -- Can anyone get cancer? -- When you have cancer, do you have to stay in bed? -- Can you get cancer when you already have another disease? -- Is it okay to feel sad when someone you love has cancer? -- Why are some cancers worse than others? -- Do animals ever get cancer? -- Is there anything else we can do to stop cancer? -- Do children get cancer, too? -- What's important to remember about cancer?

http://catalog.cincinnatilibrary.org/uhtbin/ckey/1810609 A timeline of the California Gold Rush 2009-11-04T00:00:00-05:00

O'Donnell, Kerri, 1972-

New York : PowerKids Press, c2009.

32 p. : ill. (some col.), maps (some col.) ; 23 cm.

A golden discovery -- The United States takes California -- Off to the golden land -- A miner's life -- Discrimination in the mines -- After the Gold Rush.

Includes index.

http://catalog.cincinnatilibrary.org/uhtbin/ckey/1808922 In the belly of an ox : the unexpected photographic adventures of Richard and Cherry Kearton 2009-11-04T00:00:00-05:00

Bond, Rebecca, 1972-

Boston : Houghton Mifflin Books for Children, 2009.

1 v. (unpaged) : ill. (chiefly col.) ; 24 x 29 cm.

Richard and Cherry reasoned they might hide from birds in the belly of an ox. Concealed in the hollow animal, the brothers were able to photograph birds in their natural habitats. Their results were published in 1895, marking a new era in natural history.

http://catalog.cincinnatilibrary.org/uhtbin/ckey/1814320 Updos : cool hairstyles for all occasions 2009-11-02T09:20:28-05:00

Jones, Jen.

Mankato, Minn. : Capstone Press, c2009.

32 p. : col. ill. ; 21 x 26 cm.

A do-it-yourself crafts book for children and pre-teens on updos and other hairstyles.

"RL: 3-4; IL: 3-9"--P. [4] of cover.

http://catalog.cincinnatilibrary.org/uhtbin/ckey/1814319 Braiding hair : beyond the basics 2009-11-02T09:20:28-05:00

Jones, Jen.

Mankato, Minn. : Capstone Press, c2009.

32 p. : col. ill. ; 21 x 26 cm.

"A do-it-yourself crafts book for children and pre-teens on braids and other hairstyles"--Provided by publisher.

"RL: 3-4; IL: 3-9"--P. [4] of cover.

http://catalog.cincinnatilibrary.org/uhtbin/ckey/1812183 Crust & spray : gross stuff in your eyes, ears, nose, and throat 2009-11-02T09:07:29-05:00

Larsen, C. S. (Christopher Sterling), 1966-

Minneapolis, MN : Millbrook Press, c2010.

48 p. : col. ill. ; 23 cm.

http://catalog.cincinnatilibrary.org/uhtbin/ckey/1814297 Old Possum's book of practical cats 2009-11-02T08:07:36-05:00

Eliot, T. S. (Thomas Stearns), 1888-1965.

Boston : Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, 2009.

64 p. : col. ill. ; 23 cm.

T. S. Eliot's playful cat poems were originally composed for his godchildren, with Eliot posing as Old Possum himself, and later inspired the legendary musical "Cats." Now with vibrant illustrations by the award-winning Axel Scheffler.

http://catalog.cincinnatilibrary.org/uhtbin/ckey/1814098 The LEGO book 2009-10-26T12:55:02-04:00

Lipkowitz, Daniel.

New York : DK Pub., 2009.

2 v. : ill. (some col.) ; 28 cm.

[v. 1] The LEGO book -- [v. 2] Standing small.

Issued in slipcase with: Standing small : a celebration of 30 years of the Lego minifigure / Nevin Martell. New York : DK Pub., 2009.

Includes index.

http://catalog.cincinnatilibrary.org/uhtbin/ckey/1809422 Star Wars: the clone wars : the official episode guide, season 1 2009-10-26T08:47:17-04:00

Fry, Jason, 1969-

New York, NY : Grosset & Dunlap, 2009.

192 p. : col. ill. ; 23 cm.

A guide to the 22 episodes of season 1 of the television show, with a summary of the movie and a preview of season 2.

http://catalog.cincinnatilibrary.org/uhtbin/ckey/1809407 Sunshine and showers : a flower fairies handbook 2009-10-23T12:10:24-04:00

Barker, Cicely Mary.

London : Warne ; New York : Penguin Young Readers Group, c2009.

71 p. : col. ill. ; 21 cm.

How do the Flower Fairies prepare for spring? What special events do the Fairies hold in the winter months? This helpful handbook, divided into seasons, offers tips, sayings, and notes for the various times of the year and features more than 105 flower fairies. Full color. Distributed by Syndetic Solutions, Inc.

Spring -- Summer -- Autumn -- Winter -- Birthstones -- Horoscopes.

"A fairy's guide to the events and seasons in Fairyopolis"--Cover.

"Original poems written by Cicely Mary Barker, the creator of the Flower fairies ... "--T.p. verso.

http://catalog.cincinnatilibrary.org/uhtbin/ckey/1749028 Bakugan Battle Brawlers 2009-10-23T00:00:00-04:00

New York : Ballantine Books, c2008-

v. : chiefly col. ill. ; 19 cm.

THE BATTLE BEGINS! Dan Kuso and his friends are Bakugan Battle Brawlers, warriors who use the power of their magic cards-and their battling Bakugan guardians--in the ultimate fight against evil. Now Dan has a new Bakugan ally: Drago, an awesome, gigantic dragon from the fire world of Pyrus. Drago's on a quest to save Vestroia...and discover the secret origin of the Bakugan! Based on the toys and the hit TV show! Distributed by Syndetic Solutions, Inc.

Y, all ages.

[v. 1] The battle begins -- [v. 2] The masquerade ball -- [v. 3] A feud between friends

"Based on the toys and hit TV show!"--P. [4] of cover.

http://catalog.cincinnatilibrary.org/uhtbin/ckey/1811530 For a girl becoming 2009-10-22T00:00:00-04:00

Harjo, Joy.

Tucson : University of Arizona Press, c2009.

[36] p. : chiefly col. ill. ; 24 cm.

Within these colorful pages, family and community come together in celebration of a girl's journey, offering praise, love, and advice to help carry her forward through the many milestones to come. "For a Girl Becoming" is an ideal gift to recognize a birth, graduation, or any other significant moment in a young woman's life. Distributed by Syndetic Solutions, Inc.

http://catalog.cincinnatilibrary.org/uhtbin/ckey/1810115 The Christmas story : from the Gospels of Matthew and Luke. 2009-10-22T00:00:00-04:00

New York : Metropolitan Museum of Art : Abrams Books for Young Readers, 2009.

1 v. (unpaged) : col. ill. ; 27 cm.

The timeless story of Christmas is beautifully retold through paintings by some of the world's greatest artists. The artworks are sensitively coupled with excerpts from the King James Bible. Distributed by Syndetic Solutions, Inc.

"Produced by the Department of Special Publications, the Metropolitan Museum of Art"--T.p. verso.

http://catalog.cincinnatilibrary.org/uhtbin/ckey/1795667 Golden Gate Bridge 2009-10-22T00:00:00-04:00

Riggs, Kate.

Mankato, Minn. : Creative Education, c2009.

24 p. : ill. (chiefly col.), col. map ; 26 cm.

A fundamental introduction to San Franciscos Golden Gate Bridge, including the history of the suspension bridges construction, the details of its design, and tips for visiting the site in person. Distributed by Syndetic Solutions, Inc.

http://catalog.cincinnatilibrary.org/uhtbin/ckey/1795666 Empire State Building 2009-10-22T00:00:00-04:00

Riggs, Kate.

Mankato, Minn. : Creative Education, c2009.

24 p. : ill. (some col.), col. map ; 26 cm.

A fundamental introduction to New Yorks Empire State Building, including the history of the skyscrapers construction, the details of its design, and tips for visiting the site in person. Distributed by Syndetic Solutions, Inc.

http://catalog.cincinnatilibrary.org/uhtbin/ckey/1795665 Eiffel tower 2009-10-22T00:00:00-04:00

Riggs, Kate.

Mankato, Minn. : Creative Education, c2009.

24 p. : ill. (chiefly col.), col. map ; 26 cm.

A fundamental introduction to Frances Eiffel Tower, including the history of the famous steel towers construction, the details of its design, and tips for visiting the site in person. Distributed by Syndetic Solutions, Inc.

http://catalog.cincinnatilibrary.org/uhtbin/ckey/1795663 Koalas 2009-10-22T00:00:00-04:00

Bodden, Valerie.

Mankato, MN : Creative Education, c2009.

24 p. : col. ill. ; 30 cm.

A basic exploration of the appearance, behavior, and habitat of koalas, Australias treeclimbing marsupials. Also included is a story from folklore explaining why koalas do not have tails. Distributed by Syndetic Solutions, Inc.

http://catalog.cincinnatilibrary.org/uhtbin/ckey/1795662 Giraffes 2009-10-22T00:00:00-04:00

Bodden, Valerie.

Mankato, MN : Creative Education, c2009.

24 p. : col. ill. ; 30 cm.

A basic exploration of the appearance, behavior, and habitat of giraffes, the worlds tallest land animals. Also included is a story from folklore explaining why giraffes have such long necks. Distributed by Syndetic Solutions, Inc.

http://catalog.cincinnatilibrary.org/uhtbin/ckey/1795622 Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart 2009-10-22T00:00:00-04:00

Riggs, Kate.

Mankato, MN : Creative Education, c2009.

48 p. : ill. (chiefly col.) ; 29 cm.

A biography of German-born composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, examining his European travels and interest in opera, as well as some of his greatest compositions. Distributed by Syndetic Solutions, Inc.

http://catalog.cincinnatilibrary.org/uhtbin/ckey/1811165 Albert Einstein 2009-10-21T12:15:08-04:00

Krull, Kathleen.

New York, N.Y. : Viking, 2009.

141 p. : ill. ; 22 cm.

This biography profiles the life and times of German-born theoretical physicist Albert Einstein, whose contributions to the field earned him a Nobel Prize.

Ages 10 up.

http://catalog.cincinnatilibrary.org/uhtbin/ckey/1808735 The secret of the yellow death : a true story of medical sleuthing 2009-10-21T12:15:08-04:00

Jurmain, Suzanne.

Boston : Houghton Mifflin Books for Children, 2009.

104 p. : ill. (some col.) ; 24 cm.

This riveting medical drama tells the true story of how four Americans and one Cuban tracked down a killer, one of the word's most vicious plagues: yellow fever. Set in fever-stricken Cuba, this gripping account is ultimately a story of the triumph of science. Full color. Distributed by Syndetic Solutions, Inc.

Meeting the monster -- Feeding the fishes -- Plans -- Going nowhere -- The first clue? -- Bugs -- I have no such thing -- Delirious? Did the mosquito do it? -- Doctor, are you sick? -- Sorting it out -- Problems -- We are doing it for medical science -- Testing times -- More bugs -- Celebration.

http://catalog.cincinnatilibrary.org/uhtbin/ckey/1810613 Elly : my true story of the Holocaust 2009-10-21T10:24:31-04:00

Gross, Elly, 1929-

New York : Scholastic Press, c2009.

125 p. : ill. ; 20 cm.

Relates how the author was torn from her happy home and sent to Birkenau by the Nazis, describing how she worked long hours and fought for survival before being set free at the end of the war and beginning a new life in America.

"Originally published in part as Storm Against the Innocents"--T.p. verso.

http://catalog.cincinnatilibrary.org/uhtbin/ckey/1809401 Face to face with penguins 2009-10-21T10:24:31-04:00

Momatiuk, Yva, 1940-

Washington, D.C. : National Geographic, 2009.

31 p. : col. ill., col. map ; 26 cm.

You're on the South Georgia Islands, a remote, icy place, with nobody around for miles and miles--except several thousand penguin friends, that is. Stunning photographs by Yva Momatiuk and John Eastcott lead you into a mass of birds as they waddle across rock and sand, so clumsy on land, so graceful in the sea. Learn of the nesting habits, diet, family and social lives of these birds that always look dressed to impress. This fun book will also inspire readers to care about penguins' threatened habitats. Distributed by Syndetic Solutions, Inc.

http://catalog.cincinnatilibrary.org/uhtbin/ckey/1808923 The East-West house : Noguchi's childhood in Japan 2009-10-21T10:24:31-04:00

Hale, Christy.

New York : Lee & Low Books, 2009.

1 v. (unpaged) : ill. (chiefly col.) ; 29 cm.

"A biography of Isamu Noguchi, Japanese American artist, sculptor, and landscape architect, focusing on his boyhood in Japan, his mixed heritage, and his participation in designing and building a home that fused Eastern and Western influences. Includes an afterword about Noguchi's adult life and works, plus photographs"--Provided by publisher.

http://catalog.cincinnatilibrary.org/uhtbin/ckey/1811179 Planet animal : saving earth's disappearing animals 2009-10-21T09:22:11-04:00

Taylor, Barbara, 1954-

[Hauppauge, N.Y.] : Barron's, c2009.

1 v. (unpaged) : col. ill. ; 27 x 31 cm.

(back cover) SAVE THE ANIMALS ITaS NOW OR NEVER In Planet Animal, you will set off on an exciting trip around the globe and take a birdas-eye view of some of the worldas most endangered creatures. Find out about the animalsa lives, the threats to their survival, and how people are trying to save them from extinction. Packed with fun-filled surprises, including special booklets, diaries, and fact cards. Find out about an elephantas favorite foods Spend a day with a family of mountain gorillas Come face-to-face with dangerous crocodiles and fierce alligators Plus a full-color foldout tiger poster! FIND OUT HOW YOU CAN HELP THE ANIMALS Distributed by Syndetic Solutions, Inc.

Cover title.

Includes full-color, fold-out tiger poster.

Originally published in the UK in 2008 by Carlton Books Limited.

http://catalog.cincinnatilibrary.org/uhtbin/ckey/1813664 The sound of music : a classic collectible pop-up 2009-10-21T09:12:08-04:00

New York, NY : Little Simon, c2009.

1 v. (unpaged) : col. ill. ; 27 cm.

The beloved musical about the Von Trapp family is brought to vivid life as a pop-up book, with beautiful illustrations by Andreasen and paper engineering by Bruce Foster. Full color. Distributed by Syndetic Solutions, Inc.

Cover title.

"Based on the Broadway musical."

"Not suitable for children under 3 years."

http://catalog.cincinnatilibrary.org/uhtbin/ckey/1810710 Dinosaur more! : a first book of dinosaur facts 2009-10-21T08:48:45-04:00

Stickland, Henrietta.

New York, NY : Sterling Pub., 2009.

31 p. : col. ill. ; 23 x 29 cm.

Fun facts about dinosaurs including how long ago they lived, how much they ate, how large they grew and how they fought.

Dinosaur long : Diplodocus -- Dinosaur fierce : Velociraptor -- Dinosaur spiky : Stegosaurus -- Dinosaur squeak : Compsognathus -- Dinosaur lumpy : Ankylosaurus -- Dinosaur roar : Tyrannosaurus -- Dinosaur slimy : Apatosaurus -- Dinosaur clean : Iguanodon -- Dinosaur slow : Triceratops -- Dinosaur tiny : Hypsilophodon -- Dinosaur fast : Ornithomimus -- Dinosaur strong : Giganotosaurus.

Includes index.

http://catalog.cincinnatilibrary.org/uhtbin/ckey/1812727 Prowling the seas : exploring the hidden world of ocean predators 2009-10-21T08:38:53-04:00

Turner, Pamela S.

New York : Walker & Co., 2009.

39 p. : col. ill., maps ; 24 x 26 cm.

An acclaimed science writer takes readers along with four underwater predators--a leatherback sea turtle, a bluefin tuna, a great white shark, and a Sooty Shearwater--on their remarkable journeys. Full color. Distributed by Syndetic Solutions, Inc.

http://catalog.cincinnatilibrary.org/uhtbin/ckey/1810719 My body 2009-10-21T08:38:53-04:00

Hewitt, Sally, 1949-

Buffalo, NY : Firefly Books, 2009.

160 p. : col. ill. ; 29 cm.

Picture-packed introduction to the human body. Distributed by Syndetic Solutions, Inc.

Includes index.

"A fun way to find out all the facts about your body"--Cover.

http://catalog.cincinnatilibrary.org/uhtbin/ckey/1810611 Zinc Alloy vs Frankenstein 2009-10-21T08:38:53-04:00

Lemke, Donald B.

Minneapolis : Stone Arch Books, c2009.

33 p. : chiefly col. ill. ; 24 cm.

When a good deed goes bad, an angry mob chases Zinc Alloy out of Metro City. To escape, he hides in a creepy, old house on the edge of town. But inside, the world's newest superhero faces his most frightening challenge yet--robo Frankenstein! Can Zinc survive against this two-ton terror, or will he become monster mush?

"008-010 RL: 1.9; Guided reading level: J"--P. [4] of cover.

http://catalog.cincinnatilibrary.org/uhtbin/ckey/1810862 Marching for freedom : walk together, children, and don't you grow weary 2009-10-21T06:59:58-04:00

Partridge, Elizabeth.

New York : Viking, 2009.

72 p. : ill. ; 25 cm.

An award-winning author leads readers straight into the chaotic, passionate, and deadly three months of protests that culminated in the landmark march from Selma, Alabama, to Montgomery in 1965. Photos. Distributed by Syndetic Solutions, Inc.

http://catalog.cincinnatilibrary.org/uhtbin/ckey/1809427 A really short history of nearly everything 2009-10-21T06:59:58-04:00

Bryson, Bill.

[United States] : Delacorte Press, 2008.

169 p. : ill. (some col.) ; 29 cm.

Tackling everything from the Big Bang to the rise of civilization, Bryson's inimitable storytelling skill makes the why, how, and, just as importantly, the who of scientific discovery entertaining and accessible for young readers. Distributed by Syndetic Solutions, Inc.

Includes index.

http://catalog.cincinnatilibrary.org/uhtbin/ckey/1813190 William Penn : shaping a nation 2009-10-21T01:23:52-04:00

Levy, Janey.

New York : PowerKids Press, 2009.

32 p. : ill. (some col.), maps (some col.) ; 23 cm.

Champion of liberty -- Penn's early years -- Speaking out for toleration -- Pennsylvania : Penn's "holy experiment" -- Penn and Native Americans -- The city of brotherly love -- A vision for a peaceful world -- Penn's legacy.

Includes index.

http://catalog.cincinnatilibrary.org/uhtbin/ckey/1813663 A treasury of princess stories 2009-10-21T00:00:00-04:00

Ehrlich, Amy, 1942-

Somerville, Mass. : Candlewick Press, 2009.

1 v. (unpaged) : col. ill. ; 26 cm.

Six princess stories with a pop-up scene at the beginning of each tale.

Ages 7 and up.

The wild swans -- The sleeping beauty in the wood -- The princess and the pea -- Snow White -- The twelve dancing princesses -- The frog prince.

"With enchanting pop-up scenes"---Cover.

http://catalog.cincinnatilibrary.org/uhtbin/ckey/1813662 A pop-up book of nursery rhymes 2009-10-21T00:00:00-04:00

Mother Goose. Selections.

New York, N.Y. : Little Simon, c2009.

1 v. (unpaged) : col. ill. ; 21 cm.

Matthew Reinhart adapts Mother Goose's nursery rhymes, as the characters spring to life as intricate pop-up surprises.

Cover title.

http://catalog.cincinnatilibrary.org/uhtbin/ckey/1813512 The Incredibles : family matters 2009-10-20T12:42:00-04:00

Waid, Mark.

Los Angeles, CA : Boom! Kids, 2009.

1 v. (unpaged) : chiefly col. ill. ; 24 cm.

Suggested age group 8+.

Based on the Disney/Pixar animated film.

http://catalog.cincinnatilibrary.org/uhtbin/ckey/1813592 Beauty pageants 2009-10-19T00:00:00-04:00

Detroit : Greenhaven Press, c2010.

102 p. ; 23 cm.

The cultural relevance of beauty pageants is waning / Hilary Levey -- Beauty pageants thrive in many cultures around the world / Rosie Goldsmith -- Beauty pageants give women of many cultures a voice / Hammasa Kohistani -- Beauty pageants show that women still have not achieved equality / Jill Filipovic -- There's nothing wrong with beauty pageants / Wendy McElroy -- Beauty pageants perpetuate myths about female beauty / Beth Dalbey -- Beauty pageants are full of scandal / Mark Schwed -- Beauty pageants in prison can have positive effects / Jean Trounstine -- Beauty pageant winners are not good role models / Kim Lunman -- African pageant winners can enhance their nation's image / Clayton Goodwin -- Prohibiting pageants in Muslim countries is worse than allowing them / Katha Pollit -- Miss Landmine beauty pageant helps landmine victims / Morten Traavik, as told to Robyn Stubbs -- Miss Landmine beauty pageant exploits landmine victims / Expat Advisory Services (EAS) -- Child beauty pageants reflect the culture's sexualization of children / James R. Kincaid -- Child beauty pageants should be eliminated / Billy Reed -- Teen beauty pageants can teach teens many valuable life lessons / Jennifer Trujillo.

http://catalog.cincinnatilibrary.org/uhtbin/ckey/1811113 A kid's guide to making a terrarium 2009-10-19T00:00:00-04:00

Bearce, Stephanie.

Hockessin, Del. : Mitchell Lane Publishers, c2010.

48 p. : col. ill. ; 25 cm.

People all around the world enjoy the hobby of gardening. They love planting tiny seeds in the soil and watching them sprout into mature plants. Gardening isn't just for adults, however. Kids can plan, create, and maintain their own gardens, too. Gardening for Kids is rich with ideas and instructions for making water gardens, flower gardens, vegetable gardens, perennial gardens, butterfly gardens, landscape designs, and more. Distributed by Syndetic Solutions, Inc.

What is a terrarium? -- How it works -- Tools and supplies -- Choosing plants -- Building your terrarium.

http://catalog.cincinnatilibrary.org/uhtbin/ckey/1809428 Today I will : a year of quotes, notes, and promises to myself 2009-10-19T00:00:00-04:00

Spinelli, Eileen.

New York : Alfred A. Knopf, c2009.

1 v. (unpaged) : ill. ; 18 cm.

"This is a Borzoi book."

http://catalog.cincinnatilibrary.org/uhtbin/ckey/1810714 The greatest intergalactic guide to space ever, by the Brainwaves 2009-10-16T12:51:49-04:00

Swerling, Lisa.

New York : DK Pub., 2009.

61 p. : col. ill. ; 31 cm.

More delightful fun with the Brainwaves. This time they blast off into space to bring the science to you - in fabulously fun--and funny--text. Stars, galaxies, black holes, nebulae, asteroids, and more are discussed in clear text, meant to engage and entertain readers of all ages. Distributed by Syndetic Solutions, Inc.

Includes index.

"Set the controls for hyperdrive and come on a planet-hopping, out-of-this-world ride around the universe. Take a madcap holiday on Mars, sign up for astronaut school, and witness the birth of a brand new star"--Cover p. [4].