NCW Libraries

"As a child, Maria Mitchell longed to see beyond her little island of Nantucket. With help from her father, she discovered that, if you knew how to read them, the stars could tell you where you were -- and where you needed to go. Maria spent hours on the roof of her house scanning the sky -- finding constellations, nebulae, meteors, double stars. When the King of Denmark offered a prize to the first person to find a new comet, she did just that. In...

"Starring Moana, Cinderella, Mulan, Jasmine, Merida, Tiana, Rapunzel, Aurora, and more, this deluxe hardcover picture book takes young readers around the world and back to experience the true historical times that inspired the Disney Princesses' worlds--featuring illustrations and photographs!"--

Fans of the domestic feline pay a visit to pet corner, where they learn all about caring for the mysteriously independent but lovable cat. Young readers learn what cats eat, how they play, and how, they're taken care of when sick. They're shown that even though cats are afraid of the water, they still have an inventive way to keep supremely clean. A picture glossary helps cement understanding of new words.

"Visit a whimsical workshop and follow along as we learn How To Build an Insect! Conversational text and playful illustrations introduce readers to insect body parts in this charming picture book."--

Teaches readers how to make several crafts to be used as decorations for Valentine's Day.

"Simple text and full-color photography introduce beginning readers to backhoes. Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through third grade"--

"Relevant images match informative text in this introduction to mountain goats. Intended for students in kindergarten through third grade"-- No one climbs mountains like a mountain goat can! These nimble-footed critters easily scale steep slopes. Beginning readers will learn all about the adaptations that help mountain goats flourish in their rocky biome, from hard hooves to shaggy fur. Features including diet sidebars and range map support and add...

This fun and engaging title introduces young readers to the winter season. Beautiful double-page photos combine with easy-to-read sentences to illustrate the origins and characteristics of winter. Includes an overview of all the seasons, fun facts, seasonal activities and a quiz. This title is a great way to interest early learners in science while gaining reading practice and skills. Sandcastle is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.

"Dr. Sugar Glider is back to help animals with problems large and small! A sloth with algae on her back, a sneezing iguana, a leaderless clownfish, and a lovesick egret are just a few of the creatures who call on Dr. Glider for advice. Featuring hilarious stories and unbelievable true facts, plus a glossary and a list of species, this nonfiction picture book is sure to fascinate and entertain young nature lovers"--

Offers over twenty-five recipes inspired by the Mystery Inc., gang, including Scooby snacks, Shaggy's cheese and pickles pizza, and jaw-stretcher sandwiches. Guaranteed to solve any case of hunger! This official Scooby-Doo! cookbook features--Zoinks!--more than 25 kid-friendly recipes from the Mystery Inc. gang, including Scooby's favorite treats, Shaggy's must-have cheese-and-pickles pizza, jaw-stretcher sandwiches, and other easy recipes. Jam-packed...