Technology Nonfiction

Imagine over three million square miles of sand dunes that are as tall as a ten-story building. That place is real—it's the Sahara Desert! Vast, yes! And home to fascinating creatures such as ostriches and fennec foxes as well as amazing plant life. The shallow roots of the mesquite tree can grow almost 200 feet across to absorb water.

Can you find pancakes and pizza crusts in the ocean? The answer might surprise you! Meet some of the wackiest creatures under the sea—creatures that look like food—through engaging text. This funny, informative book introduces listeners to the egg yolk jellyfish, the lettuce sea slug, the chocolate chip sea star, and many more! Accessible language makes this a very fun listen.

What dinosaur would you be if you had a bony ridge rising from the back of your skull and three horns poking up from the front? Answer: a triceratops! This book will keep you guessing as you find out how human skeletons are like—and unlike—those of dinosaurs!

These creepy creatures will make your skin crawl! Learn about blood-sucking leeches, smelly stinkbugs, giant centipedes, and more. See how their disgusting behaviors keep these animals alive.

A tiny honeybee emerges through the wax cap of her cell. Driven to protect and take care of her hive, she cleans the nursery and feeds the larvae and the queen. But is she strong enough to fly? Not yet! Apis builds wax comb to store honey and transfers pollen from other bees into the storage. She defends the hive from invaders. And finally, she begins her new life as an adventurer. The confining walls of the hive fall away as Apis takes to the air, finally free, into a clear blue sky full of promise.

There are at least one million different species or kinds of creatures in the ocean. You can do many things to help save these ocean creatures.

Sí, algunas de las 18 especies de pingüinos viven en regiones frías y polares, pero algunos pingüinos viven en climas cálidos. ¡Una especie incluso vive cerca del ecuador! Estas aves “vuelan” a través del agua con aletas en lugar de en el aire mediante alas. La mayoría son blancos y negros, pero una de las especies es azul y blanca. Algunos tienen ojos rojos y otros tienen ojos amarillos.

It might seem lonely at the top of the world, but the North Pole is teeming with life! Polar bears, walruses, and arctic seals make their home on sea ice that can be nine feet thick while the Inuit and other indigenous peoples continue their traditions and means for survival in this harsh climate.

I Am Hatzegopteryx, the second book in Arbordale Publishing’s I Am Prehistoric series, gives children a glimpse into the life of the awesome Hatzegopteryx, from tiny chick to majestic winged predator, and how it made its living. Unlike many pterosaurs, this one was a terrestrial carnivore, spending its time hunting prey on land.

Hong Kong may be small as a country, but it is a major shopping destination, port, and financial hub. In this audiobook, your child will begin to understand that it’s not always the size of the country that makes it great. Sometimes, it’s the culture, people, and government too. Geography opens up a lot of realizations about life on different parts of the globe. Start listening today!

Indonesia is a small country in Southeast Asia. It is a country that is rich in traditions and cultures, which are evident in its current state of arts and entertainment. This audiobook will not only discuss what life in Indonesia is like, it will also provide statistics along with the exact geographic location. Explore the world one country at a time. Pick up the listening habit today!

Educate your child about geography today, and he/she would have a reason to explore the world in the future. In this book, we’re going on a virtual tour to Central America and the Caribbean. So, prepare to leave your home and experience the sight of sounds from foreign places. Geography creates a better picture of this diverse world. Listen today!

Geography showcases the diversity of the world, not just in landscapes but also in cultures. It opens your child’s eyes to how big the world is. So, as not to encourage confusion, this audiobook will only focus on the places to visit in Egypt. Wow! What a big and exciting world we live in!

Let’s explore China today, and maybe the rest of the world tomorrow. This book on geography discusses modern China. There’s much to learn about the different cultures and traditions that may seem weird at first, but totally make sense later on. So go ahead, and secure a copy today.

Brazil is known for its colorful and extremely lively festivals. This book will give you a chance to go to Brazil, albeit only imaginatively. You can explore new worlds when your nose is stuck in books. You can also experience other cultures when you’re listening. Finally, you are growing your knowledge of the world and of words every time you pick a book. Secure a copy now.

Before you step foot in any Asian country, you must first understand its history, geography, and culture. That way, you will be truly enjoying your stay without inconveniencing the locals. Learning about geography before actually traveling will also introduce the concept of diversity in people's, beliefs and societies. Get your interested in the subject by using high-quality books like this. Pick up a copy today!

In this chapter book biography by beloved author Lyn Miller-Lachmann, STEMinist listeners learn about the amazing life of Temple Grandin—and how she persisted. Temple Grandin is a world-renowned scientist, animal-behavior expert, and autism spokesperson who was able to use her way of thinking and looking at the world to invent and achieve great things!

Throughout history, women have been told that science isn’t for them. They’ve been told that they’re not smart enough, or that their brains just aren’t able to handle it. In this book, Chelsea Clinton introduces listeners to women scientists who didn’t listen to those who told them “no” and who used their smarts, their skills, and their persistence to discover, invent, create, and explain.

Meet rufa red knot B95. Scientists call him the Moonbird because, in the course of his astoundingly long lifetime, this robin-sized shorebird has flown the distance to the moon - and halfway back! Each February he joins a flock that lifts off from Tierra del Fuego, headed for breeding grounds in the Canadian Arctic, 9,000 miles away. Late in the summer, he begins the return journey. B95 can fly for days, but eventually he must descend to refuel and rest. However, recent changes at stopover sites along his migratory circuit - changes caused mostly by human activity - have reduced the food available and made it harder for the birds to reach.

Ring-tailed lemurs have bushy, striped tails. Newborn lemurs hold onto their mothers' bellies. Within a few weeks, they learn to walk and climb. Baby lemurs climb trees to find food and sleep. How do baby lemurs grow and change? Listen to this book to find out.