Adult Nonfiction

A sweet and simple story of a handsome puppy as he grows and explores his new life as a warm-hearted member of the family. This book marks the beginning of a true story series that will capture the interest of children all around the world. A book children will want to listen to over and over again. A great bedtime story to help bring families closer together.

African penguins waddle around nesting colonies in lower numbers than ever before. Despite South African government efforts to protect the penguin colonies and their ocean fish supply, young penguins still struggle to survive. Fuzzy chicks waiting for food in open nests may overheat in the sun or become prey. Others simply may not get enough food to survive on their own once their parents leave.

This story is based on the true experiences of the author as she and her husband Cliff, through pain and joy, have raised their son Aric. Maria's son was hit by a car when he was 14-years-old. He was in a coma for three months. During this period, Maria sat by her son and read him stories until he awoke. Maria and her husband nourished Aric through a successful recovery.

Join Mrs Beckett's class as they learn all about what happens to trash and how recycling works. They learn about the impact of waste on the environment and how to reuse, reduce, and recycle. Presenting these stories through a familiar classroom setting provides a way for kids to immediate relate to import environmental issues.

Let Osvaldo Mouszee guide your children through the life and work of three of the greatest classical composers: Beethoven, Berlioz, and Brahms. The book explains their life and works. Not only that, but you can hear their works included in the recording after learning about the composer. This is great way to educate children on classical composers and bring their works to life!

This audiobook is a "girl's handbook" to guide all the girls who are going through a pressing process on becoming a woman. It embraces the most common descriptions, questions, and tips about menstruation from the beginning to its end.

This close-up look at some of the world's most exciting vehicles introduces listeners to choppers, dragsters, monster trucks, and more. Each audiobook examines multiple facets of these vehicles, including their history, an engaging description of their most important parts, and the technology behind them. With fun facts and engaging discussion topics, this high-octane series is sure to thrill vehicle enthusiasts.

During World War I, British and American ships were painted with bold colors and crazy patterns from bow to stern. Why would anyone put such eye-catching designs on ships? Desperate to protect ships from German torpedo attacks, British lieutenant-commander Norman Wilkinson proposed what became known as dazzle. These stunning patterns and colors were meant to confuse the enemy about a ship's speed and direction. By the end of the war, more than 4,000 ships had been painted with these mesmerizing designs.

This audiobook offers readers a close-up look at dragsters. With fun facts and engaging discussion topics, this short audiobook provides a thrilling overview of this exciting vehicle.

This audiobook offers readers a close-up look at choppers. With fun facts and engaging discussion topics, this short audiobook provides a thrilling overview of this exciting vehicle.

The first book of Funtastic is a collection of riddles and puzzles for kids and young adults. It's family friendly, with no questionable language, and contains some very clever riddles that will challenge young brains.

How are you doing today? In need of some advice? Big Sister Advice Column is here for you. This issue of Big Sister deals with How to Heal & Deal with Friends Who Don't Treat You Right. We've got 20 ideas! Try 'em all or pick just one. Let us know which one works best for you.

The elevator sinks down until you're deep underground. When the doors open, you stare into the silent darkness. Then a phantom girl holding a candle appears out of nowhere. She whispers your name. Will you follow her into the dark underground? Get ready to hear four terrifying tales about deep, dark underground places. This audiobook features controlled, narrative nonfiction text with age-appropriate vocabulary and simple sentence construction.

In 2007 only 30 Amur leopards remained in the wild. Scientists knew they needed to do more to help these big cats. However, details of the leopards' wild lives in their high-altitude forest home were still a mystery. With the help of new technology and the cooperation of scientists and governments around the world, people have learned more than ever before about these rare cats. An innovative plan is under way to give Amur leopards a more secure future. Can these cats rebound from the brink before it's too late?

Whether you're a seasoned dog owner or someone who just can't resist a cute pup on the street, 131 Fun Facts About Dogs is the perfect listen for you. You might learn something new to make you love dogs even more! We invite you to sit back, relax, and dive into the beautiful world of our furry friends.

This audiobook is full of jokes for kids of all ages.

When Tantoh Nforba was a child, his fellow students mocked him for his interest in gardening. Today he's an environmental hero, bringing clean water and bountiful gardens to the central African nation of Cameroon. Authors Miranda Paul and Baptiste Paul share Farmer Tantoh's inspiring story.

Little brown bats do us a big favor. They eat huge numbers of insects! That helps limit the spread of diseases and the damage that insects do to farm crops. But in recent years, large populations of little brown bats have been dying off each winter. Is a virus killing them? Could climate change or pesticides be the cause? Or is it something else? Follow a team of dedicated scientists working to save the little brown bats in this real-life science mystery.

From best-selling author and illustrator Kate Pankhurst, descendant of Emmeline Pankhurst, comes another 'smart, informative, inclusive and accessible' book about trail-blazing women. This time, it's women who have helped protect our natural world from way before it was on a political agenda. Discover their untold stories.

How often do you write or read? Do you live in or near a city? Writing and cities both began in ancient Mesopotamia. Six thousand years ago, the ancient Mesopotamians created tools and treasures that still shape our lives. Find out where the ancient Mesopotamians lived, what their lives were like, and what happened to them. Discover how they changed the world!