Category Archives: non fiction

AN ANIMAL A DAY (Plus a Giveaway)

An Animal A Day is a great idea to interest readers into learning more about animals. Beginning with January 1st, each day features a different animal. A colorful illustration is accompanied by a paragraph detailing some of its characteristics. A … Continue reading

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PRICELESS FACTS ABOUT MONEY

Did you know that by folding a dollar bill just right you can turn George Washington into a mushroom? I tried and it works… although I’m glad it was only temporary. This new fun guide for middle grade readers is … Continue reading

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TALES OF ANCIENT EGYPT

Ancient Egypt evokes an image of a magical world full of greats stories. Ones about Gods and goddesses, tombs and mummies, Kings and Queens. You get all of this and more in the colorful TALES OF ANCIENT EGYPT. The four … Continue reading

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BOUNCE!

Although BOUNCE! A Scientific History of Rubber has the look of a picture book, the content inside will appeal to middle grade readers. In an easy to understand way, the various chemical properties of rubber are explained. The section titles … Continue reading

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HISTORY SMASHERS-SALEM WITCH TRIALS

The popular series returns with it’s 9th title. Here’s what to expect: In 1692, a few paranoid Puritans accused their neighbors of being witches sending the town flying off the (broomstick) handle. Before it was all over, dozens of women … Continue reading

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BORDERLANDS AND THE MEXICAN AMERICAN STORY

The newest book in the RACE TO THE TRUTH series is available beginning next Tuesday, August 20th. Other titles include: BORDERLANDS AND THE MEXICAN AMERICAN STORY is an upper middle grade title that presents a historical and truthful picture about … Continue reading

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THE SCIENCE OF SEEDS

Author Carla Mooney explores what could be a droll, boring topic for kids and makes it into a fascinating journey about what we grow and eat. After an introduction describing how a seed grows and the prolific nature of seeds, … Continue reading

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RENEWABLE ENERGY

This new science title from Nomad Press explores five renewable energies: Solar, Wind, Hydropower, Geothermal, and Bioenergy. You won’t find a boring narrative. It’s an interactive, easy to read journey beginning with an informative Introduction followed by 6 chapters: Illustrations … Continue reading

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BEHIND MY DOORS-The Story of the World’s Oldest Library

Here’s a story about a library most people probably never knew existed (including me). Founded by a Muslim woman (Fatima Al-Fihri) in 859, the Al-Qarawiyyin Library is located in Fez, Morocco. The library is the perfect narrator to tell its … Continue reading

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MOUNTAIN OF FIRE

My first look at the cover made me assume this was fiction– a story of two boys desperately trying to escape the devastation brought on by the Mount St. Helens volcano in 1980. Their tale is included but MOUNTAIN OF … Continue reading

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