A beautifully illustrated introduction to the life cycle of plants.

A vibrantly illustrated picture book for younger children.

Basic gardening information artfully conveyed in a funny, easy-to-read story.

Granda teaches Jody the joys of gardening in this warm-hearted read-aloud.

A thorough, informative gardening story brimming with beautifully detailed illustrations.

13 simple activities, clearly explained and attractively presented.

A copiously illustrated reference guide to dinosaurs.

An engrossing read-aloud story about the historic expedition that discovered the first dinosaur eggs.

A boy and his grandfather learn about T. rex in this vibrant picture book.

A friendly, informative look at how dinosaur tracks are formed and what scientists can learn from them.

A cheerful, colorful picture book with lively, rhyming text and fun dinosaur facts.

An engaging picture book, filled with fascinating facts about all kinds of insects.

For older readers, a chapter book about wild animals and the clues they leave behind.

An informative picture-book guide to identifying animal tracks and using other nature “clues.”

Ben Franklin observes ant behavior in this read-aloud explanation of insect pheromones.

Preschoolers will be intrigued by this amusing comparison of human and animal babies’ development.

A lively read-aloud story about how tadpoles—and little brothers—grow.

Young schoolchildren observe butterfly metamorphosis in this charming picture book.

A simple but thorough look at how a chick develops and grows inside an egg.

A classic picture book, perfect for armchair travelers.

A vibrant, visual history of Manhattan, from prehistoric to modern times.

An informative, introductory look at skyscrapers and how they’re built.

A fascinating picture book filled with funny, detailed illustrations of a small city and its surrounding community.

For older kids interested in the history of our alphabet.

Learn to say hello in 42 different languages with this exuberant picture book.

A quick, lively look at elephants and how they communicate.

A beautifully illustrated introduction to some of the unusual ways animals communicate.

Stunning closeup photos for frog fans of all ages.

This introduction to animal movement features numerous photos and illustrations but is best for youngsters who enjoy expanding their vocabulary.

A playful picture book simple enough for the very young, with gorgeous illustrations that will keep adults captivated too.

This firsthand account of cave exploration is best for older kids, but many preschoolers will be fascinated by the gorgeous photos.

A poetic--and scientifically accurate--evocation of the strange, mysterious world of a limestone cave.

Clear explanations of cave science for older readers (and adults looking for answers to a curious kid’s questions).

Fun, imaginative, and great for singing along.

Short, descriptive poems and stunning woodcut illustrations capture the essential characteristics of familiar farm animals.

Interesting facts combine with a sweet, simple story in this lovely picture book.

An engaging photo-essay for dog lovers of all ages.

Gentle, easy-to-understand text and photos describe life on a dairy farm.

A sweet ode to the love of fire trucks and to imagination.

This well-written story about how fire was once used for communication benefits from its child’s-eye perspective.

This oversize picture book features short, rhyming text, compelling illustrations, and a surprising amount of information.

For grade-schoolers who want to know more about fire and firefighters.

Straightforward, informative text and photographs clearly explain the many jobs firefighters do.

Filled with large, detailed photographs, perfect for fire-engine fans.

This fast, funny read provides a delightfully silly introduction to an unusual animal.

A beautifully illustrated picture book for animal lovers of all ages.

A warm-hearted read-aloud inspired by a Zimbabwean artist and the beautiful works she creates from mud.

An interactive book, with plenty of information, as well as flaps to lift, tabs to pull, and wheels to turn.

Poetic text and illustrations explore clues that are hidden or left behind in the natural world.

A wordless picture book that invites repeated viewings.

A simple and inventive book makes a game out of art appreciation.

The photo puzzles in this handsome book encourage viewers of all ages to look at everyday objects in new ways.

This lively chapter book about scientific sailing expeditions to study dolphins reads like an adventure story.

An easy-to-understand description of the characteristics and behavior of whales.

A wonderful wordless adventure that vividly captures a child’s encounter with an ocean wave.

Best for older readers, but little ones will enjoy looking at the large pop-ups and colorful illustrations.

Gorgeous photos and intriguing text offer a simple introduction to the life of sea jellies.

Clever and funny, this is one picture book that both children and adults will want to read again and again.

Funny illustrations enhance the explanations in this useful story about colds and germs.

This story about a dirt-loving princess conveys all the basics of handwashing with humor and spunk.

A charming story that's perfect for reading aloud, particularly to a sick kid wondering when she’ll ever feel better.

Packed with information for confident readers but with concepts simple enough for younger nature lovers.

An exuberant picture book featuring the popular Charlie and Lola characters.

A picture book with a more involved story, ideal for reading aloud.

This inspirational true story is simply and sensitively told but includes one scene that may disturb some readers.

A beautiful read-aloud with detailed illustrations that can be enjoyed even without words.

Simple text, easy enough for early readers, will also appeal to younger children.

Tons of visual detail and silly text make this a winner for all ages, even adults.

For reading aloud or flipping through the pictures solo.

Wordplay and exciting illustrations make this a great book for reading aloud.

A rhyming read-aloud with a rhythmic refrain just right for little listeners and beginning readers.

A fun introduction to maps for school-age children.

A simple introduction to nocturnal animals

Enjoyable for reading alone or reading aloud

Written especially for new readers

Bedtime reading that may take the sting out of turning off the lights

A nice bedtime story for younger children or an easy book for confident readers

A simple board book with pop-out trucks that preschoolers can play with

Somewhat abstract illustrations and poetic text to be enjoyed by older readers

A fun activity book for curious preschoolers (with adult help) as well as older kids

Simple sentences and a satisfying story for new readers

For reading aloud or looking at the pictures

A lively read-aloud book for digger fans of any age