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Nonfiction: Writing for Fact and Argument  

Nonfiction writing is an invaluable means of sharing information, enabling writers to enlighten their readers (or listeners) with facts or persuade them with arguments. This gracefully illustrated series, written in a conversational style and featuring numerous illustrative text excerpts, provides an insightful introduction to the foundations of nonfiction, from research to structure to style. Each title also examines the early history of the featured form and recommends accessible writing activ

North American Indian Nations

Explore the history, culture, and modern-day lifestyles of American Indians living in ten regions of North America. Readers will evaluate the similarities and differences between the Indian nations living in each region and make connections to how geography affected their past and present.

Notations of Cooper Cameron, The

After the death of his beloved grandfather, eleven-year-old Cooper Cameron invents rituals to cope with his grief and his fear that something else bad will happen to his loved ones. His OCD behaviour seems crazy to everyone else, but to Cooper it makes perfect sense—his rituals are protecting his family from harm and even possible death. Then his behaviour begins to tear apart his parents' marriage. Armed with a notebook in which he records his observations of the world around him, Cooper sets o

Nutcracker (reissue)

The classic holiday tale of a child and her loyal Nutcracker is here displayed in its entirety, in a reissued edition of the original text paired with illustrations by Italian artist Roberto Innocenti.

Nutcracker Comes to America, The: How Three Ballet-Loving Brothers Created a Holiday Tradition

Meet Willam, Harold, and Lew Christensen, three small-town Utah boys who caught the ballet bug in the early 1900s. They performed on vaudeville and took part in the New York City dance scene. Russian immigrants shared the story of The Nutcracker with them, and during World War II, they staged their own Christmastime production in San Francisco. It was America's first full-length version and the beginning of a delightful holiday tradition.

Nutrition and Your Body (Core Library)

The foods that we eat can help or harm our bodies. Our bodies need nutrients such as salt and carbohydrates to survive. But too much or too little can have consequences. We also feed our bodies things unnecessary things, like caffeine. These may have benefits. But they can also do harm. In Nutrition and Your Body, learn about how different nutrients interact with the body. Discover how the body digests them, the changes they cause in the body, and the good and bad effects they have on us.

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Odd Birds (Crabtree Crown)  

Readers will be fascinated by this entertaining and informative series, which shines a spotlight on some of the world's oddest birds. The character Professor Oddfeather offers amusing facts throughout each book, describing the distinct body parts, disgusting habits, and odd behaviors that make these birds stand out from the flock. Each book features facts about where they live, what they eat, and how they raise their young, along with a ""Battle of the Birds"" comparison to similar birds. Every

Odysseys

In a world permeated by technology, we sometimes struggle to keep pace with an ever-changing landscape. With historical and colour photographs complementing documentary texts, Odysseys in Technology invites advanced readers along on a journey to experience the development of key technological innovations like never before. These titles feature a sophisticated design peppered with arresting photographs that illustrate important scientific principles, contributions of notable individuals and compa

Odysseys in Art

From Cubism to realism, art has reformed itself time and again. With full-colour reproductions and engaging texts, Odysseys in Art invites advanced readers along on a journey to experience artistic movements like never before. Spanning the history of Western art, these titles feature a sophisticated design that serves as a backdrop for showcasing classic works, people, and techniques of the period.