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Just for You! -- Quirky and Humorous Nonfiction for Tweens

If you like your facts with a side of silly and high action adventure, the books on this list may be for you.

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  • A behind-the-scenes look at what it's really like to be an astronaut, the author shares the answers to things we're all wondering about and dives into the nitty gritty, including handling bodily functions!
    Book, 2022New York, NY : Norton Young Readers, an imprint of W.W. Norton & Company, [2022] — J 571.0919 ROACH
  • The Greatest Stuff on Earth

    the Amazing Science of Sunlight, Smartphones, Microphones, Mushrooms & Everything In-between

    Tomecek, Steve,
    This wide-ranging look at how things work and what things are will answer questions you have and some you didn't know you have in a fun and informative overview of scientific concepts and inventions.
    Book, 2025Kent, UK ; Greenbelt, Maryland : What on Earth Publishing, 2025. — J 500 TOMECEK
  • Everyone's favorite science educator is here to share fascinating facts and help science fans of all ages learn more about the natural world with his signature engaging and humorous style.
    Book, 2020New York : Abrams Books for Young Readers, 2020. — J 500 NYE
  • Rescue of the Bounty

    Disaster and Survival in Superstorm Sandy

    Tougias, Michael J., 1955-
    A re-created 18th century sailing ship, the Bounty, finds itself in the wrong place at the worst time as Hurricane Sandy batters the Atlantic Coast. This tale of courage and deep sea rescue is non-stop thrills and action.
    Book, 2022New York : Henry Holt and Company, 2022. — J 910.9163 TOUGIAS
  • Young Scout must use all her training to navigate safely back to shore after her sailing lesson takes an unexpected turn.
    Graphic Novel, 2025New York, NY : Roaring Brook Press 2025. — J 741.5973 EATON
  • Little Kip's world is full of new experiences, family, and adventure. Can his mother, Maya, keep him safe as he explores his clan's domain in Sri Lanka? This engaging documentary has it all: family drama, danger and spectacular animal footage.
    DVD, 2015[Place of publication not identified] : [Publisher not identified], [2015] — DVD 599.8 MONKEY