![Pride: The Story of Harvey Milk and the Rainbow Flag](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0399555315.jpg?itok=nLEC2HuP)
Have you ever wondered where the rainbow flag comes from? It all began with the first openly gay elected official, Harvey Milk. His life and how the rainbow flag came to be and to express both hope and pride are briefly presented in accessible language and animated illustrations. Photographs of Milk and additional biographical sketch conclude the book.
Pride: The Story of Harvey Milk and the Rainbow Flag
![Leaf Litter Critters](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/156145950X.jpg?itok=Acsp3wNm)
Meet nature’s recyclers, a variety of critters that contribute the “brown food web”, presented in a range of poetry and humorous illustrations. In addition to factual material throughout, this small volume concludes with additional information, a glossary, activities and experiments.
Leaf Litter Critters
![Itch! Everything You Didn’t Want to Know about What Makes You Scratch](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0544811011.jpg?itok=LsPo-Ecn)
Ever wondered why or what makes you itch? There are lots of itchy answers ranging from mosquitoes to fungi among many other cringe-worth things. Find out in this fascinating, informative, well-sourced, and illustrated exploration.
Itch! Everything You Didn’t Want to Know about What Makes You Scratch
![I Am Gandhi](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0525552693.jpg?itok=c3u923zL)
The life of the man whose name is associated with nonviolent protest is presented in graphic format. A range of well-known artists contributed their work to present a slim but impactful look at Gandhi’s life. Actual photographs and additional biographical information are included at the end as is information about the artists.
I Am Gandhi
![Dinosaurs! (Explorer series)](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0995577056.jpg?itok=BpgHRxPv)
Dinosaurs, endlessly fascinating, continue to be explored. Current information is presented in an intriguing format that includes a foldout timeline. More standard information is included such as an examination of what a dinosaur is, when they lived, when they ceased to exist, as well as some of the paleontologists who discovered them.
Dinosaurs! (Explorer series)
![The Truth about Hippos](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/1626726671.jpg?itok=w4duFK6N)
Hippos are denser than water and so sink in water. Plus, they can’t actually swim but push off to “sail through the water like otters.” Interesting factoids about these huge land animals are presented in cartoon illustrations complete with funny asides in conversation bubbles. Further resources are included at the end. The author approaches a furry animal in the same way in The Truth about Bears (opens in a new window).
The Truth about Hippos
![Snails Are Just My Speed!](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/194314527X.jpg?itok=C62RL_5J)
Did you know that snails build “roads of slimy mucus”, other snails can follow those trails, often to eat together? That snails live everywhere on earth in all types of environments? Find out much more about these amazing — albeit slimy — creatures in this comically illustrated but fascinating glimpse at snails.
Snails Are Just My Speed!
![Life in the Amazon Rainforest](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/1524784877.jpg?itok=UdSomsvP)
Crisp, clear, full color photographs are carefully placed with text to present an overview of life in an Amazon rainforest. The book provides a map of the South American rainforest, and concludes with doable actions to preserve it.
Life in the Amazon Rainforest
![Let’s Investigate with Nate: Dinosaurs](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/006235745X.jpg?itok=gogmIcYh)
Travel with Nate Bell and a group of kids whose adventure begins at the Science Museum. They travel back in time to explore dinosaurs and the eras in which they roamed the earth. Several suggestions for further investigation conclude this lighthearted but informative book.
Let’s Investigate with Nate: Dinosaurs
![Joan Procter, Dragon Doctor](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0399557253.jpg?itok=55AUvfuB)
Joan was not like other girls her age. Rather than parties and such, Joan preferred to visit the Natural History Museum to talk to the curator about reptiles and even her own crocodile. In this fascinating look at an early scientist, readers will meet a unique, perhaps eccentric woman (and her komodo dragon) whose work can be appreciated today.
Joan Procter, Dragon Doctor
![Hidden Figures: The True Story of Four Black Women and the Space Race](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0062742469.jpg?itok=vyyoeh-v)
The true story of four African American women whose talent and tenacity led to careers at NASA is recast for younger readers. The unfairness and dscrimination caused by segregation is presented in an accessible, age appropriate, and engaging way.
Hidden Figures: The True Story of Four Black Women and the Space Race
![The Golden Thread: A Song for Pete Seeger](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0062368257.jpg?itok=U0uFcE7z)
Pete Seeger was a musician, an activist, an environmentalist and more. An overview of his life and work is presented as though a ballad-like narrative almost ready to be sung. Strong, clean lines in black and white with a “golden thread” running through are created by cut paper illustrations for a powerful introduction to Seeger’s life and times.
The Golden Thread: A Song for Pete Seeger
![The Funniest Man in Baseball: The True Story of Max Patkin](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0544813774.jpg?itok=x5ZiEMbK)
Even as a kid, Max had a good arm. He even pitched while he served in the Navy where he struck out Joe DiMaggio. The next time he pitched to the star, Joltin’ Joe hit a homerun which is when Max’s career as a baseball clown really started. Meet Max Patkin and follow his unusual baseball career in comic illustrations and straightforward text.
The Funniest Man in Baseball: The True Story of Max Patkin
![Bowhead Whale](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/1772271624.jpg?itok=UJtLs_eO)
Meet bowhead whales in this slim but fact-filled volume. Dramatic illustrations add detail and drama beginning on endpages. This brief, accessible introduction may inspire further examination of these fascinating sea mammals.
Bowhead Whale
![Roar: A Dinosaur Tour](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/1524766984.jpg?itok=FOK9bIri)
“Millions of year ago, dinosaurs walked the Earth.” Some were small, some walked on two legs, others on four. An easy text and colorful but simple, dramatic illustrations on double page spreads present a variety of the ancient creatures each clearly labeled. Even today, you can see their bones at museums. Endpapers are used to further extend the informative presentation.
Roar: A Dinosaur Tour
![Crescent Moons and Pointed Minarets: A Muslim Book of Shapes](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/1452155410.jpg?itok=-gQ9E0s9)
Handsomely illustrated, shapes both simple (square, rectangle) and complex (cone, hexagon) are introduced as found in a range of art and architecture, faith, and practices in Muslim countries. A concluding note by the author broadly explains Islam and the range of countries from which her inspiration was drawn.
Crescent Moons and Pointed Minarets: A Muslim Book of Shapes
![Summer: A Pop-Up Book](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/1419728326.jpg?itok=exysoeA2)
Signs of summer pop up with each page turn and are briefly described, sure to delight adult and child alike. Bright color and engaging text encourage involvement with all things summer. While not terribly fragile, young hands may need a reminder to handle with care.
Summer: A Pop-Up Book
![Thank You, Earth](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/006269734X.jpg?itok=W3MCKwuP)
The natural world is presented in gorgeous photographs combined with lyrical language to present this “love letter to our planet.” Included at the end are tangible ways for young readers to actively engage and learn about the world in which they live.
Thank You, Earth
![Terrific Tongues](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/162091784X.jpg?itok=8nLfki1Q)
What you be if you had a tongue like a windshield, or an air conditioner, or even a tongue that could blow bubbles? Find out about the animals (including a human!) as you guess your way about the fascinating tongue! Additional information concludes this lively and informative picture book.
Terrific Tongues
![Spectacular Spring](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/1250120144.jpg?itok=x2h5E4Y1)
Warmer, longer days signal a change in season: spring has arrived! Animals and insects become active again, plants and flowers grow. Spring also holds April Fools’ Day and Earth Day among other celebrations. Crisp photographs and short, sprightly text, and easy activities combine to engage readers.
Spectacular Spring
![Rainforest](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/1846439361.jpg?itok=aqlIWLmp)
Descriptive language enhanced by handsome, boldly shaped illustrations present a range of rainforest dwellers. Additional information concludes this attractive book which may inspire art in addition to animal studies.
Rainforest
![Martin Rising: Requiem for a King](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0545702534.jpg?itok=nQJyTiMi)
The final months of King’s life are presented in rich, moving poetry accompanied by swirling, evocative paintings. The requiem wonders about King’s assassin in “Baby James” asking, “”Did his tiny soul,/once clean,/know it would someday/be soiled by hate?” Additional information and photographs conclude this sophisticated volume.
Martin Rising: Requiem for a King
![Hidden World: Ocean](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/1944530150.jpg?itok=W6xjm9zM)
Earth’s oceans hide giants, colorful creatures, critters that play hide-&-seek and other wonders. Headings on sturdy double-page spreads introduce each category; readers lift flaps to discover additional information. This playful introduction is sure to encourage further interest in the ocean and its hidden worlds.
Hidden World: Ocean
![Earth Verse: Haiku from the Ground Up](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0763675121.jpg?itok=AOlvWXD3)
Sophisticated haiku and illustrations done with colored pencil explore the Earth inside and out. The limited colors used in impressionistic illustrations complement the poetry’s brevity. The intriguing collection concludes with factual narrative and further resources.