Technology Nonfiction

Sloths spend most of their lives in trees, and until recently, scientists didn’t know very much about them. But Dr. Rebecca Cliffe was determined to discover their secrets. To find out more, she fitted sloths with special backpacks containing a device to track their activity. She learned how to climb trees in the Costa Rican jungle so she could take sloth hair samples and test their DNA. And she’s helped create sloth crossings and plant trees to ensure the sloths aren’t trapped in shrinking territories. Along the way, she earned the nickname Dr. Sloth.

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.

Jeanne Villepreux-Power was never expected to be a scientist. Born in 1794 in a French village more than 100 miles from the ocean, she pursued an improbable path that brought her to the island of Sicily. There, she took up natural history and solved the two-thousand-year-old mystery of how the argonaut octopus gets its shell. In an era when most research focused on dead specimens, Jeanne was determined to experiment on living animals. And to keep sea creatures alive for her studies, she had to invent a contraption to hold them: the aquarium.

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.

Have you ever wondered how kids can make money? Fun and creative ideas for how to make money, including selling lemonade, mowing the lawn, babysitting, and how to advertise your services are explored through informative and engaging content in this new addition to the How Do series.

Was sind eigentlich Medien? Wie erkenne ich seriöse Inhalte? Wo lauern die Gefahren im Internet? Sind Influencer wirklich deine Freunde? Was hat es mit Verschwörungstheorien auf sich? Wie funktionieren Datenschutz und Urheberrecht? Und wie kann ich mich vor Cybermobbing schützen? Welche Tricks nutzen Snapchat, Netflix, Candy Crush & Co.? Einfache Erklärungen vermitteln auf altersgerechte Weise Medienkompetenz und beantworten grundlegende Fragen. Peter Kaempfe führt ruhig durch das hochaktuelle Thema und die kurzen informativen Kapitel.

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.

Prepare to be inspired with this fantastically great new series for young listeners from best-selling author Kate Pankhurst, descendent of suffragette Emmeline Pankhurst. In this first book, hear the true stories of amazing scientists and discover things that are out of this world....

Australia is home to some of the most unusual animals in the world. Did you know, millions of years ago, all the continents were clumped into one large landmass? When the continents began to break away, South America, Antarctica, and Australia were still stuck together. Later, South America connected to North America, but Australia separated. It kept evolving in isolation, which is why the animals of Australia can look very different from animals anywhere else in the world.

Growing up, Dr Camilla Pang loved patterns and ordering things. She was obsessed with Disney, infatuated by Stephen Hawking and the language she only really understood was science. Diagnosed with autism age eight, Camilla felt like an outsider - and kids often like nothing better than to gang up on outsiders. This is the story of how Camilla used science as her sidekick for navigating the world - allowing her to translate ideas she could understand (like gravity and light waves) onto things she couldn't (like people, how long to smile for and when someone needed a hug).

It’s amazing to see wonders that are natural and man-made. It’s thrilling to know that these wonders exist in our world. How would you feel if you were given the chance to explore the Great Pyramid of Giza? We created this experiential listen, so that you can experience the Great Pyramid without having to fly to Egypt. Enjoy!

Are you looking for an inspirational audiobook to inspire the inner genius of your kids? Can you imagine your little one having so much fun listening, they prefer it over screen time? Then, you will love our children-friendly biography David Attenborough! Use this exciting biography to instill timeless values and principles in your child. Sir David Frederick Attenborough’s work tells the story of a man whose curiosity and wonder for the natural world around him transformed the way people interacted with the environment.

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.

Bugs That Love!: The Amazing Western Conifer Seed Bug (& Shield Bugs Too!) is a wonderful and special book for middle-grade listeners, eight to 12 years old, and everyone who is young at heart, still exploring and learning! It educates both children and adults in a fun way with facts and stories about these delightful little creatures and reveals the great secret discovery that these bugs in fact do love! This book gives us a closer look at an overlooked species, the Western conifer seed bug, that has not been talked about, studied, or explored enough.

You and your whole family are invited on a journey around the world. We’re heading on an adventure to explore different cultures, beliefs, and religions, as well as the holidays and festivals that bring people joy. From Iran to Israel to Mexico to Japan, we’re planning on stopping off to experience a taste of the festivities celebrated across the globe. In this one-of-a-kind kids’ documentary series, local children will give you a sneak peek at their religious beliefs, celebrations, customs, and traditions.

Have you heard about the small country in Africa that promises a unique aromatic experience? Yes, we are talking about Morocco, and in this book, you will learn all about it. Geography is a beautiful subject because it allows you to explore the world without leaving the comforts of your home. If you are ready for a full-sensory experience, then ask your mom to check out with this book today! 

Have you ever been on a cross-country trip? If not, then this is your chance to see the sights of the Northeast States of the US! Each state presents unique geographic features that you should visit, whenever you get the chance. Studying geography now will boost your child’s awareness of the world, including the different cultures followed in different regions. Start listening today! 

Can you point out on a map the location of Mongolia? It’s not as popular as its neighboring countries, but it has beauty distinct to itself. In this geography book, your child will be learning more than just the location of Mongolia. He/she will also be learning about its people, its culture, and its traditions. Open your child’s eyes to world diversity. Start this book today! 

Take your fifth graders on a trip, albeit only virtually, across the western states of America. Geography will open your child’s eyes to the different landscapes in each state. It will also encourage the ability to understand the similarities and differences of each of the states included. Grab a copy now.