Kids Nonfiction

You could have a Harvard degree or a lifetime’s experience as a librarian, and you still wouldn’t have come across some of the facts found in Interesting Facts for Smart Kids. But after a few rounds of listening to some of the most bizarre things you’ll ever learn about the world, you’ll have a family of experts in, well, everything!

Before their experiments, inventions, and discoveries that changed the world, the world’s most celebrated scientists had regular-kid problems just like you. Stephen Hawking hated school and preferred to spend his free time building model airplanes, inventing board games, and even building his own computer. Jane Goodall got in trouble for bringing worms and snails into her house. And Neil deGrasse Tyson had to start a dog-walking business to save up money to buy a telescope.

If bedtime feels stressful or your child struggles with anxiety, I'm here to help. With gentle, heartwarming tales, each story in this book follows a lovable character as they learn simple ways to manage big feelings—like breathing through nerves, writing down worries, or remembering their brave moments.

Hoist the mizzenmast and batten down those bloody hatches: Pirates! Scoundrels Who Shook the World tells the hilarious-but-true adventures of history’s most amazing pirates.

Every activist started out as a kid‚ and in some cases, they were kids when their activism began! But even the world's greatest champions of civil liberties had relatable interests and problems‚ often in the middle of extraordinary circumstances. Martin Luther King, Jr., loved fashion and argued with his dad about whether or not dancing was a sin. Harvey Milk had a passion for listening to opera music in different languages. Dolores Huerta was once wrongly accused of plagiarizing in school.

If you want the kids in your life to be good with money, have them listen to this audiobook. Teaching kids about money isn't easy. So let Scott Pape, the Barefoot Investor, do it for you! His titles have sold millions of copies and counting... and now he's written a guidebook you can hand straight to KIDS! No, seriously, this is one audiobook kids will WANT to listen to. Scott takes them on an epic money ADVENTURE – with fun projects, rewards and inspiring stories from 45 kids. Kids will roll up their sleeves, get their hands dirty, and learn the value of a buck the old-fashioned way.

Does your child struggle to quiet their mind at night? Do they ask lots of “what if” questions, replay their day, or have trouble settling their body before bed? You’re not alone. And there’s a gentle, simple way to help. Bedtime Stories to Calm Anxious Kids isn’t just a collection of stories. It’s a calming experience designed to help children: Slow their thoughts, Relax their bodies, Understand their feelings, Build confidence from the inside out.

Soccer (or football) is a popular and beloved sport all over the world. Discover the most talented goalkeepers, defenders, midfielders, and forwards with Soccer Biographies for Kids. This lineup shows you what it takes to be one of the greats, with the amazing stories, stats, and achievements of the best players on the pitch.

Strong in Mind & Calm at Heart. This book lovingly guides children as they discover inner peace, understand strong emotions, and find their own ways to regain clarity and stability. In a world full of stimuli, fast pace, and pressure, children need tools more than ever to help them stay balanced in everyday life—in class, at home, and during challenging moments. This book provides just that. With easy-to-understand exercises, imaginative illustrations, and playful activities, children learn to regulate their emotions, become more aware of their bodies, and build self-confidence.

The growing influence of technology and frenzied pace of society can make it difficult for kids to “flip the switch” at bedtime, quiet the mind, and fall asleep. The three meditations in this audiobook combine years of mindfulness research with professionally written and recorded sleep meditations engineered to peacefully lull your child to sleep.

Basketball is filled with inspiring stories of world-class athletes working hard and overcoming challenges to shine on the court. Discover the most talented players from each position with Basketball Biographies for Kids! This lineup shows you what it takes to be a WNBA or NBA superstar with the amazing stories, stats, and achievements of the best players from the last 60 years.

Learn about autism and the people who have it.

Learning about history helps us understand how we got where we are today—and how to make the world a better place. From the rise of Mesopotamia in the distant past to the global pandemic of 2020, this kid-friendly journey takes young learners through thousands of years of history, one key event at a time.

This is the ultimate survival guide for dudes facing the wild adventure of puberty! Think of it as your personal coach for tackling all the weird stuff life throws at you—like voice cracks and unexpected hair growth. This book spills the tea on body positivity, helping you build self-esteem while dodging bullies like a ninja. Want to know how to make friends without looking like a total goof? We've got you! Plus, we’ll help you handle peer pressure like a boss and crush those challenges that come your way.

Japan is a nation made up of many islands in the western Pacific Ocean. Over 100 million people live in this small nation of islands. Many live in the countryside, but millions live in crowded cities like Tokyo. Students will learn about the physical features of the landscape and surrounding waters as well as the cultural aspects of the Japanese from old traditions to modern everyday life.

Native Americans have a long tradition of storytelling. Now, you can easily introduce your children to these rich cultures with a compilation of powerful tales from multiple tribes like the Cheyenne and the Lenape.

Sometimes, emotions like anger or jealousy or excitement can seem too big to keep inside. Me and My Feelings is here to tell you: It’s okay to have big feelings. And the good news is, you can calm down those strong emotions―so you won’t feel like you’re going to explode! This book shows you how to stay in control―by breathing deeply, saying positive things to yourself, talking about your feelings, and more. You’ll learn to deal with all kind of feelings, including the hard ones like sadness, anxiety, or even fear.

Learn about children who are blind, their challenges and adaptations, and their similarities with others.

You have eyelashes. Your dog has eyelashes. But fish don’t! Why? You have questions, and this book has the answers. Find out about fish, including their body parts and behavior.

Take a trip to “The Land Down Under” and discover all of the unusual wildlife inhabiting the Outback! There are kangaroos, wild dogs called dingoes, and nearly 700 types of birds in Australia. This title will also take listeners to the Great Barrier Reef and to some of the largest cities in Australia, showing kids the daily life and culture of Aussies.