Nonfiction Housing

Life is linear, memories aren’t. Cinder Block Houses is a collection of five short stories of growing up among the manzanita, pine, trailer parks and cinder block houses of Tuolumne County. Contains the stories: Beyond the Sky, Cat Box, Zodiac Sign: Ford Taurus, Baby Jesus Eyes and Uncle Jimmy’s Shotgun

Why is it so warm inside the greenhouse? Which plants prefer cooler, dry air? Which like it hot and wet? Who takes care of all these plants? Go on a guided tour of a greenhouse to find out! Meet a plant expert, see how plants are cared for, and learn how a greenhouse can be warm even in winter.

Cats are also just as intelligent, if not even more intelligent than dogs are. I'm not going to lie, I have always been "team dog" over "team cat"...but, after researching cats to write this audiobook, I may have just changed my mind. They are truly an incredible species. And, there are so many different kinds! From domesticated pet cats to stray cats, and from feral cats to big, wild cats, it's almost amazing that they are all even considered to be in the same family.

Teaching beginning readers their ABCs using some sweet to eat treats.

Rats - some people consider them as pests, while others consider them as pets. No matter on which side you are on, this book: 101 SUPER FACTS & MORE ABOUT RATS is bound to enrich your life with fascinating facts about these furry mammals. Impress your family and friends with amazing trivia about rats in the realms of Science, History, Literature, Music, Culture and more.

¿Soy astrológicamente compatible con mi crush? ¿Qué pasa si no me identifico con mi signo? ¿Mercurio retrógrado es TAN malo como dicen? ¿Cómo puedo sanar mi relación conmigo mismx? ¿Me puedo cortar el pelo en Luna llena? Si alguna vez te hiciste alguna de estas preguntas, si sientes que estás conectadx con algo más grande que tú y, sobre todo, si crees en la magia, ¡este libro es para ti!

Every January 26, people gather on New Delhi’s Rajpath amidst a colorful jamboree of fluttering flags, marching soldiers, and dancing children. What is celebrated on this day is at the heart of our democracy - the magnificent Constitution of India. The document didn’t only lay down the law but united India with a vision that took two years, 11 months, and 17 days to realize. Subhadra Sen Gupta captures the many momentous occasions in Indian history that led to its making in The Constitution of India for Children.

Encyclopedia of Dinosaurs will spark the curiosity of young listeners, taking them to a time when Tyrannosaurus rex ruled the land, pterodactyls flew in the skies, and packs of velociraptors prowled the jungles. Filled with up-to-date discoveries about prehistoric life, this tome includes comprehensive material about geography, history, and other scientific information from prehistoric times. Here is everything young listeners want to know about dinosaurs and their world-in one up-to-date family reference.

Weil Eltern nicht alles wissen können, hat die Maus jede Menge mausschlaue Antworten gesammelt. Kindgerecht und unterhaltsam löst dieses Hörbuch die großen Rätsel des Alltags und der Technik aus "Das große Mauswissen". Am Ende weiß die ganze Familie nicht nur, wer das Klopapier erfunden hat oder wie die Streifen in die Zahnpasta kommen, sondern auch was ein GPS ist und wie ein Touchscreen funktioniert.

Whether you're a seasoned dog lover, considering adopting a new furry friend, or simply curious about dogs, this book is for you. Dogs—man's best friend, loyal companion, and tireless worker. With an estimated global population in the hundreds of millions, dogs have been by our side for thousands of years. From the vast plains of ancient civilizations to the bustling streets of modern cities, dogs have adapted to countless environments and cultures, leaving an indelible mark on human history.

This book may look little on the outside, but it's got a lot of animal facts on the inside!

Pura Belpré se mudó de Puerto Rico a la ciudad de Nueva York y se hizo bibliotecaria en un momento en que las bibliotecas estaban llenas de sólo libros en inglés. Pero ella sabía que a las personas hispanohablantes también les encantaría poder ir a las bibliotecas, por lo que persistió en implementar programas y libros bilingües en las bibliotecas de toda la ciudad. Ella también escribía sus propias historias y tradujo cuentos puertorriqueños al inglés para que pudieran llegar a un público más amplio.

God is love, and each part of the Trinity—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit—work in perfect unity to carry out the Lord’s plan for His precious children. In her signature lyrical style, author and spoken word artist Quina Aragon explains to kids who the Holy Spirit is (God’s superhero helper) and how he works inside of our hearts to allow us to love like our Heavenly Father does.

Esta colección de libros ilustrados está basada en investigaciones que revelan que, desde la primera infancia, se debe conversar con los niños sobre la raza, el género, el consentimiento y una visión positiva del cuerpo. Además, ofrece a los adultos la oportunidad de iniciar esas importantes conversaciones de una manera informada, segura y con el apoyo necesario.

Únete a nuestros intrépidos exploradores Otto y Cassandra y Missy, el ave más astuta del universo, y embárcate en una nueva aventura. En esta ocasión, viajaremos en el tiempo hasta el Antiguo Egipto, donde aprenderemos sobre una de las siete maravillas del mundo antiguo: ¡las pirámides! También visitaremos el río Nilo y nos adentraremos en magníficas tumbas llenas de misterios. ¡Mucho cuidado con las momias!

La muerte es un tema difícil de abordar con los niños. Este audiolibro es la ayuda que padres, maestros y adultos que tengan niños a su cuidado estaban esperando para comprender el tema en sus propios términos.

Join Amma and her children as they travel to the famous Golden Temple in Amritsar. Take a tour through the wonderful sights, sounds, and history of Darbar Sahib. Hear stories about the Sikh gurus. Visit Darshani Deori and Akal Takht. Savour a drink from the sacred waters at Har Ki Pauri and the langar from the world's biggest kitchen! Learn Guru Nanak's eternal message of equality, love, and service

This nonfiction book for elementary kids chronicles the amazing voyage of Nefertiti, the Spidernaut to the International Space Station and back. She’s a Phiddipus johnsonii, or Johnson jumping spider, native to Western United States. Her colorful anatomy - red, black, and teal - made for stunning photography and video. In 2012, Nefertitti clocked a record-breaking 100 days in space, during which time she circled Earth about 1584 times, traveling about 41,580,000 miles.

Houses are often considered the most haunted of places. In this book you’ll meet some young people who live in haunted houses and you’ll explore some of the spookiest spaces on the planet.