Washoe County Library System

"Find out all this and more, in Everything Awesome About: Dangerous Dinosaurs, a one-stop shop for the dinosaur-obsessed kid who wants to start reading on their own! With a highly visual approach that mixes kid-friendly cartoons and engaging photographs,this Reader packs in the facts and is sure to become a quick favorite for dinosaur fans"-- "Learn everything that's AWESOME about dinosaurs, in this nonfiction Reader that combines cartoon illustrations...

"For animal lovers who are absolutely obsessed with everything cats, this book has it all: mind-blowing facts; tons of breeds; superfun games; hands-on activities; hilarious cat jokes; and fascinating research, such as how cats manage to (almost) always land on their feet"-- "The purr-fect combination of facts, stories, photos, and fun stuff all about one of the world's cuddliest critters—CATS! Cats are popular pets all over the world. They are...

"Engineering makes the world go round. Through its innovations we can power cities, design medicines, and power and create self-driving cars. In this fact-packed guide, children can learn about vital breakthroughs in engineering history, the scientific principles behind these technologies, and how engineers work today"-- "From spectacular skyscrapers to microchips, young readers can discover the miracles of engineering with this vibrantly illustrated,...

"Did you know that octopuses have been around since before dinosaurs existed? Or that each arm on an octopus has two rows of suckers used to taste and feel? With eight arms, big brains, and sometimes weighing hundreds of pounds, octopuses are one of the most recognizable animals in the ocean!"-- "Learn about octopuses and all the cool things they can do in this nonfiction leveled reader. Perfect for kids interested in the eight-armed animal and how...

" Our world is full of computers, from simple calculators to the smartphones that keep the internet at our fingertips. This entertaining guide traces the history of these scientific developments and how modern computer systems function today, covering AI,coding, robotics and much more! Big new concepts pop off the page, thanks to vibrant diagrams and an engaging, energetic prose style. Kids will relish sharing them with friends and family!"-- "Children...

"Learn all about the world of these massive, majestic mammals in this level 1 hippos reader"-- "Fans of the adorable internet sensation Fiona the Hippo and other animal loving kids will be excited to read about the amazing lives of hippos in the wild. What's that animal with tiny round ears and a big nose peeking out of the river? It's a hippopotamus! Early readers will learn all about these huge, mysterious mammals in this Level 1 reader from National...

"The beloved author of Because of Winn-Dixie has outdone herself with a hilarious and achingly real love story about a girl, a ghost, a grandmother, and growing up. It’s the summer before fifth grade, and for Ferris Wilkey, it is a summer of sheer pandemonium: Her little sister, Pinky, has vowed to become an outlaw. Uncle Ted has left Aunt Shirley and, to Ferris’s mother’s chagrin, is holed up in the Wilkey basement to paint a history of the...

"Mo Willems, #1 New York Times bestselling, award-winning author-illustrator, tackles a BIG concept in this hilarious nonfiction picture book about the relationship between size and scale. Are YOU big? A simple question sends readers to the far reaches of the universe. From an average-size kid . . . to a hot air balloon . . . to a storm cloud . . . to the M100 Galaxy, size is a matter of perspective. Bold text, expressive art, and real-world...

"A smooth-talking monster gets what's coming to him in this funny and slyly subversive picture book for fans of There's a Monster in Your Book and We Don't Eat Our Classmates. A big orange creature lurks in a crowded playground...but don't worry! He would never eat a child. What do you think he is…a MONSTER? And kids are definitely not disappearing every time you turn a page. You're imagining things. The monster has nothing to hide; in fact, he...

"Kids today are more aware than ever of the issues that impact people, animals, and the planet, but getting involved can be an overwhelming prospect. Make Your Mark, Make a Difference: A Kid's Guide to Standing Up for People, Animals, and the Planet provides middle grade readers with tools to help them become informed and effective activists with an approach that offers hope and perspective. From Black Lives Matter to climate change, the book leads...