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New Nonfiction Books for KidsMay 2025 |
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The Cooking Encyclopedia
by Zoey Schrader
This title includes step-by-step recipes for breakfasts, main courses, side dishes, desserts, and more. Features include sections on preparation and safety and cooking terms. Informative sidebars provide additional information.
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Frida Kahlo's Flower Crown
by Nydia Armendia-Sánchez
Told through the language and imagery of the native Mexican flowers and plants comes the life of acclaimed and beloved artist Frida Kahlo. Like a flower, Frida blossomed, wilted, was crushed, survived, and thrived, growing into one of the most celebrated Indigenous painters. This poetic and empowering picture book, written by Nydia Armendia-Sánchez and illustrated by Pura Belpré Honor awardee Loris Lora, features the very flora Frida grew in her garden, bought at the market in her hometown, painted in her famous portraits, and wore proudly in a crown around her head.
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Innovative Octopuses, Half-Brained Birds, and More Animals with Magnificent Minds
by Christina Couch
Real-life animal brainiacs and the scientists who study them come to life in this look at how animal--and human--brains work and the . . . things they can do. Meet goldfish who drive their own special car in search of treats; octopus problem-solvers who can probe, taste, and even make decisions with their arms; and squirrels who use mnemonic devices to remember where they've hidden their nuts!
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The Junior Plant Lover's Handbook: A Green Thumb Guide for Kids
by Molly Williams
An interactive illustrative guide breaks down everything from basic light and water needs to soil and temperature requirements for more than 50 plants and will help readers find the right plant for their personality and available space.
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