Children's Nonfiction 
New Books at MML

Fighter jet pilot
by Theia Lake

"In this exhilarating book, readers will take to the skies and discover all there is to know about fighter jet pilots! They'll find out what it takes to pursue this daring career including education, training, and on-the-job expectations. Fighter pilots fly at speeds of more than 1,000 miles per hour. They gather intel, launch missiles, and perform death-defying maneuvers. Featuring fascinating fact boxes that highlight key information, this high-interest, low reading level book is filled with vibrant photographs that bring the information to life"
Life in the Countryside
by Noah Leatherland

 
Sphynx
by Marysa Storm

 
Feline
by Charis Mather

 
Baby rabbit or baby raccoon?
by Kirsten Chang

"Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through grade three, this book introduces baby rabbits and baby raccoons to young readers through leveled text and related photos"
Cockroaches on the Run
by Rebecca Storm

 
Slimy animals
by Katie Chanez

"In Slimy Animals, readers will learn about slimy animals, including snails and slugs, slime eels, and worms. A comprehensive Why Are Some Animals Slimy? back matter feature highlights different uses for slime in the animal kingdom. Children can learn more about slimy animals online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Slimy Animals also features reading tips for teachers and parents, photo labels, a picture glossary, a table of contents, and an index. Slimy Animals is part of Jump!'s Gross Animals series"
Kitsune
by Emma Kaiser

 
Birthdays around the world
by Jennifer Kleiman

"Another year older, another year wiser-birthdays let us celebrate who we are and who we are growing to be. Readers will explore how people around the world celebrate their birthday, and the customs and traditions that define those celebrations. This hi-lo narrative nonfiction series celebrates diverse cultures while highlighting how expressions of joy and connection are all part of the human experience"
Talking about illness : a Sesame Street ª resource
by Marie-Therese Miller

"It can be hard for children to understand what is happening when someone they love is ill. The Sesame Street friends offer advice and comfort to young kids in this tough situation"
Making a difference with Cell Phones for Soldiers
by Melissa Sherman Pearl

"When soldiers and other military personnel are far from home, Cell Phones for Soldiers keeps them connected. Readers will explore the history and impact of this organization and how it has been keeping families connected over the last twenty years"
Good game : a Sesame Street guide to being a good sport
by Charlotte Reed

"Sometimes you win, sometimes you lose. Join Elmo, Abby, and their Sesame Street friends to learn what it means to be a good sport"
Rebel girls celebrate neurodiversity : 25 tales of creative thinkers
by Shadae Mallory

"This collection features 25 inspiring tales of neurodiverse icons, featuring female artists, athletes, innovators, and more. Now in library binding, the mini biographies are paired with bold, full-page portraits created by female and nonbinary artists from around the world. Includes a foreword and curated activities"
Sharks unhooked : the adventures of Cristina Zenato, underwater ranger
by Patricia Newman

"From the time Cristina Zenato was young, she loved the ocean and she loved sharks. She grew up to become an advocate for these incredible creatures, diving with them and removing fishing hooks from their bodies"
Wild at heart : the story of Olaus and Mardy Murie, defenders of nature
by Evan Griffith

Capturing the interconnectedness of all living creatures, this inspirational picture book chronicles the Alaskan adventures of husband-and-wife scientists Mardy and Olaus Murie as they fought to protect the land and animals, creating the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. Illustrations.

Marvin Memorial Library
29 W. Whitney Avenue, Shelby, Ohio 44875
419-347-5576

https://marvinlibrary.org/