Nonfiction Books for Kids
Every child deserves stories that spark curiosity and build a foundation for lifelong learning. This collection satisfies curious minds ages 5 to 9 with real facts and fascinating information about the world. Each book presents true stories and factual content in engaging formats that develop critical thinking.
Not the Same
Both of these animals are bugs, but they are not the same kind of insect. They both use their main legs for crawling along branches while they use their other legs to grab at things that they want to eat. The two bug pals are quite short.
Birds
Discover the amazing world of birds! From long-legged waders to wise night hunters, from colorful dancers to clever talkers, each bird has special skills and secrets. What do these feathered friends eat? How do they find mates? What sounds do they make? Hop into this book and meet birds of all kinds!
Little Book of Big Facts Football
A curious friend learns all about the exciting sport of football! Discover what makes this game so special, from the round ball to the 11 players on each team. Did you know football is played all around the world by millions of people? Find out the amazing facts that make football the game everyone loves!
Little Book of Big Facts: Javan Leopard
Did you know leopards have special spots that help them hide? Meet the incredible Javan leopard—a big cat with amazing abilities! Learn why these spotted hunters are so fast, how they climb trees, and what makes them different from other leopards. Discover the secrets of these wild cats and find out why they need our help!
Little Book of Big Facts: Komodo Dragon
Discover the amazing world of Komodo dragons! These giant lizards live on a mysterious island and have incredible hunting skills. Learn where they come from, what they eat, and how they survive in the wild. But first, can you guess: are Komodo dragons really as dangerous as they seem?
Little Book of Big Facts: Orangutan
Did you know orangutans aren’t monkeys at all? They’re actually our cousins! Discover what makes these amazing forest people so incredibly smart and unique. Learn surprising facts about how they live, what they eat, and the special abilities that make them one of the cleverest animals on Earth. Are you ready to explore the world of orangutans?
Little Book of Big Facts: Sumatran Elephant
Did you know Sumatran elephants are incredibly intelligent and can hold four litres of water in their trunks? Discover fascinating facts about these amazing animals—from their family groups and special communication to why they’re so important to Indonesia. What makes these gentle giants truly special?
Little Book of Big Facts: Sumatran Tiger
Meet the Sumatran tiger—the biggest cat in the world! Did you know these magnificent striped hunters can grow over two meters long and have teeth nine times sharper than ours? Discover what makes these wild cats so special, where they live, and the amazing ways they hunt their prey in the Indonesian forests.
Little Book of Big Facts: Sun Bear
Meet the sun bear—the world’s smallest bear! Discover where these amazing tree-climbing creatures live, what they love to eat, and the special skills that make them so incredible. But what makes sun bears different from other bears, and what dangers do they face in their forest home?
My Choices
Every day, I make a lot of choices. These choices shape not only my day, but the weeks and months ahead. They may even have weight for what happens in my future.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is nonfiction reading important for children in grades K-3?
Nonfiction builds the background knowledge that is essential for reading comprehension as children progress through school. The National Council of Teachers of English identifies nonfiction as a critical component of literacy education because it introduces children to text structures, vocabulary, and concepts they will encounter across all subjects.
Can picture books be nonfiction?
Absolutely. Nonfiction picture books use illustrations and photographs alongside text to explain real-world topics in ways young children can understand. Takacs and Bus (2020) found that well-designed illustrations improve comprehension in young readers, and nonfiction picture books use this visual support to make facts accessible and memorable.
How do nonfiction books differ from fiction for building reading skills?
Nonfiction and fiction develop different — and complementary — comprehension skills. Nonfiction teaches children to read for information, follow explanations, and understand cause and effect, while fiction develops narrative comprehension and inference. Scarborough’s Reading Rope model (2001) shows that both vocabulary and background knowledge are essential strands of skilled reading, and nonfiction is particularly strong at building both.
What formats are these nonfiction books available in?
Nonfiction books are available to read on the Bookbot website, with many titles free to access. Depending on the title, children may also find options such as PDF downloads, printable versions, audiobooks, or read-aloud mode with word-by-word highlighting. Learn more about how decodable books work.
What subjects and reading levels are covered?
The nonfiction collection includes books about animals, science, nature, the human body, space, and everyday life. Reading levels range from simple CVC words for beginning readers through multi-syllable patterns for more advanced readers. You can filter by grade level or browse the scope and sequence.