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Grover Cleveland, 22nd and 24th president of the United States (Presidents of the United States)
Par David Collins. 1988
Grover Cleveland was born in 1837 in New Jersey, and soon moved to New York. One of nine children, he…
grew up as "a minister's kid." When he was sixteen his father died, and he went to work at the New York Institution for the Blind in New York City. After serving as governor of New York, he was elected president in 1884 and again in 1892. For grades 5-8 and older readersJames Monroe, 5th president of the United States (Presidents of the United States)
Par Rebecca Stefoff. 1988
James Monroe was born in 1758 in Virginia. Two years after he enrolled at the College of William and Mary,…
the Revolutionary War began and eighteen-year old Monroe enlisted in the Continental Army. After serving as governor of Virginia, he was appointed minister to France and helped make the Louisiana Purchase. As president, he put forth the Monroe Doctrine. For grades 5-8 and older readersTheodore Roosevelt: 26th president of the United States
Par Rebecca Stefoff. 1988
Theodore Roosevelt was born in New York in 1858. His family had a long tradition of wealth, good works and…
public service. After graduating from Harvard, he was elected to the New York Assembly. During the Spanish-American War he organized the Rough Riders and led them up San Juan Hill. When President McKinley was killed, Roosevelt became president. For grades 5-8 and older readersDwight D. Eisenhower, 34th president of the United States (Presidents of the United States)
Par Rafaela Ellis. 1989
Eisenhower grew up in a small Kansas town. Although money was scarce, Ike and his five brothers enjoyed a happy…
childhood. When Ike was twenty-one, he enrolled in West Point. During World War II he became Supreme Commander of the Allied forces in western Europe, second only to Roosevelt and Churchill in power. He served as president from 1953-61. For grades 5-8 and older readersEvolution Under Pressure: How We Change Nature and How Nature Changes Us
Par Yolanda Ridge, Dane Thibeault. 2023
Immersive non-fiction with STEM and social justice themes that proves that the future of the environment is in our hands—and…
helps pave the way forward.Evolution isn’t just a thing of the past. It is happening right now, in every species across the world—and our influence on the future of the plants and animals around us is much bigger than we might think. A closer look at the science behind evolution shows how human behaviors like hunting, farming, and urban development have contributed to major physical changes in everything from rhinos to pigs to lizards. And these changes impact us in turn—triggering environmental shifts and contributing to climate change. The good news is there’s hope: by learning to see how everything is connected, we can weigh the consequences of our choices and help shape a world that works for plants, animals, and humans alike.Making connections across anthropology, biology, and ecology, award-winning author Yolanda Ridge takes an intersectional approach to a challenging topic—examining the factors that influence human behavior while looking forward to explain the changes we can make and the ethics of those choices. Profiles of young activists and innovators highlight the ways readers can contribute to restoring ecological balance, while vibrant illustrations by Dane Thibeault evoke the energy and beauty of the natural world we are working to preserve.*A Junior Library Guild Gold Standard SelectionGrizzly Bears: Guardians of the Wilderness (Orca Wild #10)
Par Frances Backhouse. 2023
This nonfiction book introduces middle-grade readers to grizzly bears. Featuring photos throughout, it discusses the bears' biology, habitats and threats…
to survival, and how scientists, conservationists and young people are working to protect grizzly populations.Pickett's charge at Gettysburg: a bloody clash in the Civil War (X-books. Total war)
Par Jennifer Johnson. 2020
"On the afternoon of July 3, Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee ordered more than 12,000 Southern infantrymen to undertake what…
would become the most legendary charge in American military history. This attack, popularly but inaccurately known as "Pickett's Charge," is often considered the turning point of the Civil War's seminal battle of Gettysburg." -- AmazonMummies and murder: bodies in the swamp (X-books. Strange)
Par N. B Grace. 2020
"When a mummy is discovered in Denmark, museum experts are brought in to determine the body's origin. With many clues…
and facts, scientists try to discover why this ancient man was murdered." -- Provided by publisherDiving deep: using machines to explore the ocean
Par Michelle Cusolito. 2022
It's a Sunny life: an adventure fit for rain or shine
Par Gary Lezak. 2016
When the skies darken and the thunder rumbles, if you're like most of us, you're probably quick to grab the…
TV remote and check the weather. You want to know how bad the coming storm is going to be. Now, the most accurate and popular meteorologist in Kansas City Gary Lezak brings his meteorological expertise to a new medium-children's literature. "It's A Sunny Life!" is an adventure for rain or shine. It tells the story of Sunny the Weather Dog, as she becomes separated from Gary, and has to deal with the weather elements in a bonding adventure with her new pack members. For preschool to grade 2The deadliest fires then and now (Deadliest #03)
Par Deborah Hopkinson. 2022
"As the sun sank over the town of Peshtigo, Wisconsin, one warm October night in 1871, a smoky haze hung…
in the dry air. There had been little rain, and small fires had been rolling through town continuously since the summer. For weeks the people had tried to protect their homes and businesses from fire. But they could not protect themselves from what would culminate in the deadliest fire in American history. As industrialization surged across the country, and Westward colonization leveled forests to build cities, fires became a mainstay in American life. And as populations grew, so too did the human toll that fire could exact. Through the nineteenth and twentieth centuries, Americans searched for new and innovative ways to combat the threat of fire. And with climate change threatening to set the whole world aflame, we are once again in a fight for our planet's future. Through the eyes of scientists, witnesses, and survivors of terrible fires alike, Sibert Honor author Deborah Hopkinson brings the horrific history of deadly fires to life, tracing a line from the Peshtigo and Great Chicago fires of 1871 to the wildfires raging in the western United States today." -- Provided by publisherKeeping water clean
Par Ewan McLeish. 1998
Explains worldwide water problems, including pollution and shortages, and suggests ways to prevent future crises. Gives advice on how individuals…
can practice conservation at home and in school. Includes a glossary and resources for further information. For grades 3-6I begin with spring: the life and seasons of Henry David Thoreau
Par Julie Dunlap. 2022
"Formatted like a nature notebook, this exploration of seasonal changes in Thoreau's day is also a visual story of his…
life and times and a gentle introduction to climate change." -- Provided by publisherMaus: a survivor's tale (Pantheon Graphic Library)
Par Art Spiegelman. 2011
"A brutally moving work of art-widely hailed as the greatest graphic novel ever written-Maus recounts the chilling experiences of the…
author's father during the Holocaust, with Jews drawn as wide-eyed mice and Nazis as menacing cats. Maus is a haunting tale within a tale, weaving the author's account of his tortured relationship with his aging father into an astonishing retelling of one of history's most unspeakable tragedies. It is an unforgettable story of survival and a disarming look at the legacy of trauma." -- Provided by publisherOne million trees: a true story
Par Kristen Balouch. 2022
A true story about when the author was a little girl and she and her family traveled to Canada to…
help plant trees to replace ones that had been removed by loggers. For grades K-3Amazing landmarks: discover the hidden stories behind 10 iconic structures!
Par Rekha S Rajan. 2022
"This accessible nonfiction compendium explores the creation of 10 global landmarks, from the first spark of an idea to the…
final layer of paint. Acclaimed educator Rekha S. Rajan encourages readers to see themselves as the engineers, builders, architects, and more through interactive stories and a unique structure." -- Provided by publisherThree days in Vietnam: a vet's harrowing story (Xbooks. Total war)
Par John DiConsiglio. 2020
Hello, puddle!
Par Anita Sanchez. 2022
"A nonfiction picture book exploring a deceptively simple but unexpectedly crucial resource for wildlife: puddles! This lyrical, gorgeously illustrated nonfiction…
picture book is perfect for young science learners and nature lovers. Hello, puddle! Who's here? A normal everyday puddle may not seem very special. But for a mother turtle, it might be the perfect place to lay her eggs. For a squirrel, it might be the only spot to cool off and get a drink when the sun is shining down in July. And for any child, it can be a window into the elegant, complex natural world right outside their window. With lush, playful illustrations and fun facts about the animals featured, "Hello, Puddle!" is a joyful celebration of the remarkable in the ordinary, and the importance of even the most humble places in fostering life." -- Provided by publisher100 disasters that shaped world history (100 series)
Par Joanne Mattern. 2022
"From the Great Fire of London to the Challenger explosion, earthquakes, crashes, floods, and accidents have been major turning points…
throughout history. In 100 Disasters That Shaped World History, young readers will be introduced to some of the most notorious disasters known to mankind, discovering how these fateful events unfolded-and how they changed the world as we know it." -- Provided by publisherHow to make a mountain: in just 9 simple steps and only 100 million years!
Par Amy Huntington. 2022
"From shaping peaks and crafting a glacier to nurturing your own plants and animals, these nine simple steps cover everything…
you need to know to make your very own mountain. In this book, you'll learn how to crush a piece of continent into a mountain range; freeze and melt glaciers; carve ravines, valleys, rivers, and mountain lakes; foster plants and develop a fertile layer of soil; and fill your mountain with a wide variety of animals that will work together to keep your mountain ecosystems healthy." -- Provided by publisher