Often, when we think of children's books, it's fiction. But, nonfiction matters, too! That's why I always try to regularly share with you the best recently published nonfiction books. Here are my latest favorites. Cheers! you might also like: Nonfiction Comprehension Strategies and Determining Importance in Nonfiction Don't Forget to Read Nonfiction Books with Kids My … [Read more...]
Engrossing What If You Had NonFiction Book Series
Get up close and very personal by imagining animal parts (noses, teeth, feet, hair, and ears) on YOU! Scholastic's What If You Had series by Sandra Markle, illustrated by Howard McWilliam, presents an irresistible combination of factual information and whimsical imagining in this series of engrossing nonfiction books. I love that the specific science information sticks because readers get to … [Read more...]
New for 2017! Non Fiction Books for Kids
Looking for a great non fiction book that will help your kids learn something new? From biographies to world history, there's a wealth of good books here. New for 2017! Non Fiction Books for Kids Busy People Librarian by Lucy M. George, illustrated by Ando Twin (ages 4 - 8) I'm partial to any book that celebrates the library like this does! It's time for story time. Rita, the librarian, … [Read more...]
Interesting Informational Books for Kids
I've found more interesting informational books for kids! Ready to check them out? Interesting Informational Books for Kids The Inventors of LEGO Toys by Erin Hagar, illustration by Paige Garrison This informational book rocks! It's well-written, nicely illustrated, and very interesting! Learn the history of Ole Kirk Christiansen and his start as a woodworker. From yo-yos to plastic bricks to … [Read more...]
Best Nonfiction Children’s Books, 2016
If you're looking to find the best nonfiction children's books of 2016, I've got you covered. Here are my favorites -- many of them are nonfiction picture books, but you'll also find easy readers, poetry books, chapter books, and informational tomes as well. Best Nonfiction Children's Books, 2016 My First Book of Hockey Sports Illustrated Kids A Rookie Book I highly recommend this … [Read more...]
Interesting Nonfiction Books for Kids
You might want to add these interesting nonfiction books to your kids' collections or classroom bookshelf. Interesting Nonfiction Books for Kids Charles Darwin: Around-the-World Adventure by Jennifer Thermes From the time he was a boy, Charles Darwin loved nature and collecting. As an adult, he observed and studied the natural world of South America. This richly illustrated and interesting … [Read more...]
Children’s Books About Trucks
Some kids just LOVE trucks -- there's so many cool vehicles in this category. So this book list is for those vehicle loving children. Children's Books About Trucks How to Track a Truck by Jason Carter Eaton, illustrated by John Rocco If you want your own truck, and why wouldn't you, you'll need the advice found in this helpful book! You'll learn where each type of truck hangs out (monster … [Read more...]
Nonfiction Biography Picture Books
You'll want to read these 2016 nonfiction picture book biographies, especially those of you who are teachers who can use them in the classroom. They'll inspire and educate, illuminate and celebrate. For more biography titles, visit: Picture Book Nonfiction Biographies That Read Like Narrative Stories. Nonfiction Biography Picture Books Six Dots: A Story of Young Louis Braille by Jen Bryant, … [Read more...]
Must-Read NonFiction Books for Kids
Grab one of these must-read nonfiction books for your kids to get them reading expository text and learning from what they read. Here you'll find a variety of selections from true stories to high-interest topics as well as books filled with interesting experiments. Enjoy! Must-Read NonFiction Books for Kids My First Book of Hockey Sports Illustrated Kids A Rookie Book I highly recommend this … [Read more...]
Big Fat Notebook: Study Guides for Middle School
Go back to school with Big Fat Notebooks! Big Fat Notebooks are easy-to-read, condensed books of notes and quizzes from the smartest kid class in every subject. And they're perfect for our middle school kids. But guess what else, parents? If you're like me and maybe have forgotten everything about middle school math or American History or Science . . . , then these books will help us, … [Read more...]
Amazing Nonfiction Children’s Books
Non fiction children's books are exploding on the publishing scene with so many new and wonderful titles for homes and classrooms. I'm so impressed with the quality of the following titles. They'll get your kids devouring informational text. Amazing Nonfiction Children's Books Wild Animals Animal Bites (Animal Planet) by Laaren Brown Kids will pour over the stunning photos and visually … [Read more...]
True Story! The Recycled Orchestra in Paraguay
Ada Ríos is a real girl who lives in the South American slum of Cateura next to a landfill of garbage in Paraguay. Ada's Violin: The Story of the Recycled Orchestra of Paraguay by Susan Hood, illustrated by Sally Wern Comport beautifully tells her inspirational story. Recycled Orchestra in Paraguay In Ada's world, the adults make a living by selling plastic bottles and other recyclables that … [Read more...]