Tuesday, April 17, 2012

New Non-Fiction!!

Maurice Sendak- Introduce students to Maurice Sendak, the author of children#146;s favorites like Where the Wild Things Are. This biography uses simple text structures and clear images to help readers learn about this amazing writer.

Going to A Zoo- Introduces different types of zoos, which include aquariums, wildlife reserves, and bird parks, as well as what can be found at each one.

Going to A Museum- Explores the different types of museums, including natural history, art, science, and space museums, and what can be found at each one.

Punctuation: Commas, Periods, and Question Marks- Learn about punctuation, what it is and how it is used.

Annie Sullivan and the Trials of Helen Keller- The Center for Cartoon Studies presents a wholly original take on the story of Annie Sullivan and Helen Keller in the fifth book of the award-winning series of graphic novel biographies.

Peyton Manning: Football SuperstarPresents the athletic biography of Peyton Manning, including his career as a high school, college, and professional football player.

Car Racing Greats- Lists and describes top race car drivers from both the past and today.


Jaguar- Offering fascinating insight into life in the rain forest, this book follows a jaguar through its day as it sleeps, eats, and moves.

Cheetahs- Explores the habitat, life cycle, physical characteristics, and behavior of cheetahs. 

Lions- Explores the habitat, life cycle, physical characteristics, and behavior of lions.

Camping- Describes the equipment, skills, and knowledge needed for camping.

Counting Money- Simple rhyming text and color photographs describe counting money.

Polar Bear- Introduces polar bears, including information about their habitat, food, and life cycle.

Pro Wrestling Greats- Lists and describes the top pro wrestlers of the past and today.

Deer Hunting- Describes how to hunt deer, including the skills and patience required for the hunt, the proper guns and ammunition needed, and the safety skills every hunter should follow.

Coyote- Learn about a day and a night in the life of a coyote.

Dr. Seuss- Introduce students to Dr. Seuss, the author of children#146;s favorites like Green Eggs and Ham. This biography uses simple text structures and clear images to help readers learn about this amazing writer.

Hyena- Learn about a typical day and night in the life of a hyena. 

Rescue At Sea- Books in the Heroic Jobs series reveal the people, skills, and equipment behind the world's most dramatic rescues and missions. Read Rescue at Sea to learn more about the amazing work done by rescue boat crews, helicopter pilots, and lifeguards to save people in danger at sea.

Tigers- Explores the habitat, life cycle, physical characteristics, and behavior of tigers.

Crystals- Learn about crystals, what they are, how they are formed, and what they can be used for. 

Reindeer- Follow a reindeer through its day as it eats, sleeps, and cares for its young.

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