Science & Nature - Kids Fiction

It's field trip day, and students are excited to travel on their yellow spaceship bus from their space station to the moon in this wordless picture book. An ALA Notable Children's BookA Golden Duck Notable Picture Book Climb aboard the spaceship bus for a...

From the highly acclaimed team of Byrd Baylor and Peter Parnall comes the story of a girl who shares her love for desert life as she tells of treasured experiences like dancing in the wind on Dust Devil Day or sleeping outside on a...

Rejected by her embittered mother and scorned by her classmates, Elnora Comstock seeks consolation in nature amid the wilds of eastern Indiana's Limberlost Swamp. Teeming with danger as well as beauty, the vast marshland offers Elnora an unexpected way to build a better life.Gene...

In "Do YOU Want to Come to the FARM With Me", the reader is re-introduced to Max, an excited child who is going on an adventure to his uncle's farm. He would love for you to come along! Max speaks directly to your child,...

This science rhyming picture book for young readers captures the drama of turtle hatchlings trying to follow the Moon to make their way to the ocean. But what will happen if the Moon doesn't shine brightly the night they hatch or lights from nearby...

A lost classic of children's nature writing, introduced and illustrated by beloved creator of The Lost Words, Jackie Morris This is the irresistible and entirely unique story of one little girl's desire to escape into the wilderness. Little Eepersip doesn't want to live in...

A mysterious orange egg has fallen into the woods. "It's a sun egg!" declares the elf who finds it nestled on the forest floor. Soon she and her friends discover what it really is; but not before the sun egg is lost and little...

When the dust storms of the 1930s threatened to destroy U.S. farming and agriculture, Hugh Bennett knew what to do. For decades, he had studied the soils in every state, creating maps showing soil composition nationwide. He knew what should be grown in each...

A beautiful gift book that reveals the meaning of birth flowers for babies born each month of the year. Every child is a different kind of flower, and all together, make this world a beautiful garden. Welcome to this celebration of nature and babies...

No two snowflakes are alike, almost, almost . . . but not quite. Follow a pair of birds on a snowflake-filled journey though a gorgeous winter landscape to explore how everything, everywhere is wonderfully unique--from branches and leaves to forests and trees to friends...

For fans of Ivy and Bean and Junie B. Jones comes a brand-new chapter book series: Mouse Scouts Meet Violet, Tigerlily, Hyacinth, Petunia, Junebug, and Cricket, six new Mouse Scouts who are trustworthy and strong, thrifty and brave . . . and destined to...

A mix of humor and fact keep the interest high in this creative take on the ever-popular subject of metamorphosis, in which a curious -- and inventive -- old caterpillar has an unusual technique for transforming into a moth. Gramma Tinker is an old,...

Chirri and Chirra go underground in this charming addition to the Chirri & Chirra series!Behind a hole in their basement wall, Chirri and Chirra discover a network of tunnels. Join them as they visit moles, discover caves full of glowing flowers, poke at the...

Mr. Putter wants Mrs. Teaberry's birthday to be extra special this year. So how about a trip to the Conservatory to see the beautiful trees and plants and flowers? It will be heavenly. And it is Mr. Putter and Tabby and Mrs. Teaberry and...

*A Bank Street College of Education Best Children's Books of the Year*From the author of One Day in the Eucalyptus, Eucalyptus Tree: Do you wanna? Wanna see?Let's go find that gator, gator, gator COME WITH ME Put on your life jacket, hop in the...

It's a young bear's first autumn, and the falling leaves surprise him. He tries to put them back on the trees, but it doesn't work. Eventually, he gets sleepy and burrows into the fallen leaves for a long nap. When he wakes up, it's...

It's that special time of evening, when the hours and the possibilities seem endless: Light is fading. A buzz of excitement and wonder takes over the neighborhood....What outdoor adventures await? Join a diverse group of suburban kids as they dash and dodge in classic...

In this warm and sunny picture book, follow the progress of a little girl and her father as they put together a wonderful birthday surprise for mom: a window box flower garden.After the pansies, tulips, daffodils, geraniums, and daisies are purchased and dad and...

Have fun helping your child learn their numbers with this garden-based counting book. This book introduces young readers to the shapes and concepts of the numbers in a fun walk through the garden. In One Tomato, children will build their confidence with numbers and...

Anjali is a brave girl, but like many kids, she's nervous about getting the COVID-19 vaccine. During an open conversation with her doctor, Anjali gains confidence by learning how vaccines work to protect her body. At the same time, she develops a desire to...

On a summer vacation with his family, Marlon Keys is about to hike the Appalachian Trail. He isn't exactly thrilled about the trip, he'd rather play on his smartphone and connect with his friends back home. But when Marlon accidentally gets separated from the...

Young readers will enjoy reading about the unique beauty of Bear Country and all of its creatures in The Berenstain Bears and God's Wonderful World, another addition to the Berenstain Bears Living Lights(TM) series of books. Children follow along on a Sunday school nature...

A well-known fairy tale takes on a new twist Once upon a time on the shore of the Salish Sea lived a bold, brave young girl bursting with the spirit of adventure. When she inherits a red-velvet cape her mother wore as a child,...

A star is how you know it's almost night.As soon as you see one, there's another, and another.And the dark that comes doesn't feel so dark.What if you could have a star? From acclaimed author Mary Lyn Ray and two-time Caldecott Honor winner Marla...

In New York Times bestselling artist Nikki McClure's charming board book, one little boy can't wait for summer to arrive. The boy keeps asking, "Mama, is it summer yet?" Mama responds saying, "Not yet," but there are plenty of signs that indicate spring is...

A TIME Best Children's Book of 2019!A Chicago Public Library 2019 Best of the Best Book!*"This minimalistic masterpiece is a must-read for all ages." --School Library Journal (starred review!)A quirky, cautionary tale from beloved New York Times bestselling picture book creator Oliver Jeffers! There...

This is a story of an artist who, from his earliest years, draws. The artist draws a star Then, the tree, house, flowers, clouds, rainbow, and night. In drawing, he discovers not only his art, but his life. Holding on to his star, he...

Give the gift of a magical do-nothing day! There's so much to notice in the world, if we can un-plug long enough.This picture book with startlingly beautiful words and pictures will spur imagination and a break from boredom or screen time.Now a New York...

Animals inspire their little ones to chase their dreams and reach for the stars in this modern classic-in-the-making. Do you believe that dreams come true?We believe it.Absolutely Just like we believe in you. New York Times-bestselling author Beth Ferry and Caldecott honoree Molly Idle...

An imposing line of caribou stretches for miles across the frozen tundra of Alaska. The sound of clicking hooves echoes through the air as the herd follows its centuries-old migration route. With their thick coats and their padded, shovel-like hooves, caribou are ideally adapted...

Good Night Niagara Falls features Niagara Falls State Park, Cave of the Winds, Bridal Falls, Skylon Tower Observation Deck, boat tours, Whirlpool State Park, Three Sisters Island, Aquarium of Niagara, and more. Put on your raincoat and let's explore the grandeur of Niagara Falls...

A lively, charming celebration of sustainability and crafting - Nari knits a scarf from her sheep's fleece. 'On a gentle slope in rolling hills stood a little house of wood and stone. There were hens and bees and apple trees, bright flowers and soft...

Explore all of the delights and surprises to be found in NANA'S GARDEN. Join our young gardener as she spends her day picking juicy red tomatoes, counting white daisies in her basket, scooping up caterpillars, hugging her nana under the brown branches, and much...

Two young explorers join Fabien Cousteau and his team to get up close and personal with great white sharks in this start to a series of graphic adventure novels. Junior explorers Bella and Marcus join famed explorer Fabien Cousteau and his research team as...

Brightly colored fish introduce young children to counting and basic addition in this fun and simple concept book. "A visual treat from start to finish."--BooklistAuthor: Lois EhlertISBN-10: 0152280502ISBN-13: 9780152280505Publisher: Clarion BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/15/1990Pages: 40Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.65lbsSize: 11.20h x 6.60w x 0.40dReview Citation(s): Booklist 04/01/1997...

Old MacDonald had a farm . . . in Oregon! In this delightful Oregon twist on the familiar farm tune, the sea lion goes bark bark here, the beaver goes chuck chuck there, and everywhere's there's lots of Oregon pride. This chunky layered board...

Rhoda is on a long, long hike with her aunt and uncle, each of them carrying backpacks of gear as they walk through the north woods. While Auntie June and Uncle Jonah watch for wildlife and set up their campsites, Rhoda is on the...

Holly loves planting hollyhocks and black-eyed Susans in her yard and watching them grow. When those blossoms turn into seed pods, she gathers more than her little buckets can hold. After a trip to the library, she is inspired to share her seeds with...

Celebrate the great outdoors in this Scholastic Level 1 Reader from the creators of the beloved Bob Books(R) learn-to-read phonics box sets. Perfect for reading alongside the Stage 3 Bob Books box sets, or for any child reading at Guided Reading Level G.Jack and...

Far far away, the butterfly folk live in a kingdom of beautiful gardens. The butterfly children play, dance and sing all day long with their little brothers and sisters, the caterpillars. The children can't wait until the first day of spring, when they will...

"A loving portrayal of a never-forgotten connection with the natural world." --Kirkus Reviews, starred review "It's a powerful vision of making one's own wild place, with no special equipment or expenditure required." --Publishers Weekly, starred review The joy of the seasons, the wonder of...

Moonbear worries he's lost the moon forever in this charming reissue of a beloved classic by award-winning author and illustrator Frank Asch. One night Moonbear decides to play hide-and-seek with the moon. When it's Moonbear's turn to hide, the moon finds him every time....

Blast to the moon and back with best friends Moonbear and Little Bird in this charming reissue of a beloved classic by award-winning author and illustrator Frank Asch. One night while watching the moon, Moonbear turns to Little Bird and asks, "I wonder what...

Anna and Benjamin live in the city but love to stay with their cousin Robin in the countryside. Robin takes the children to see his favorite tree in the nearby forest: a 300-year-old giant oak. Each time the children visit, they are amazed at...

This is a book about wonder and about questioning what we think we know. By the time we become adults, we think we know quite a lot. Facts and theories all prop up our idea of the world and how it should work, but...

A Little Otter follows a day in the life of...a little otter! Little ones will learn all about the pup. What do they do when they are born? How and what do they eat? Where do they sleep? Mixing sweet illustrations with interesting facts...

Kids are learning to read with Rocket! Tad Hills the #1 New York Times bestselling author is back with another Level 1 Step into Reading story about the beloved dog Rocket, this time about overcoming fear and being brave. Rocket, the star of the...

"An original book with wide appeal." --School Library Journal "A delight to share again and again." --School Library Connection "Simple on the surface, this sweet story imparts important truisms about the planet we call home." --BookPage "Thomas's exhortations celebrate both natural beauty and human...

Zero. Zip. Zilch. Nada. That's what all the other numbers think of Zero. He doesn't add anything in addition. He's of no use in division. And don't even ask what he does in multiplication. (Hint: Poof ) But Zero knows he's worth a lot,...

GREEN VEGETABLES AREN'T ALWAYS GOOD FOR YOU The new restaurant in town is a hit, but when several diners get sick, the Health Department threatens to shut the place down. And if the restaurant closes, Todd and Noelle's new friend, JoAnn, may have to...