This week, the Butler Bookshelf features the nonfiction read A year full of Celebrations and Festivals by Christopher Corr. This book invites you to learn about and celebrate over 90 festivals from around the world including Holi and La Tomatina. It is a fun read that enhances our knowledge of the cultures around us. For more great nonfiction reads about our world, check out the list below!

Kaleidoscope of Creatures: The Colors of Nature Explained
Written by Cath Ard and Illustrated by Greer Stothers
Published by Wide Eyed Editions
Available now!

A Year Full of Celebrations and Festivals
Written and Illustrated by Christopher Corr
Published by Frances Lincoln Children’s Books
Available now!

What’s Inside A Flower?: And Other Questions About Science and Nature
Written by Rachel Ignotofsky
Published by Crown Books for Young Readers
Available now!

Old Enough to Save the Planet
Written by Loll Kirby and Illustrated by Adelina Lirius
Published by Harry N. Abrams
Available now!

From Here to There: Inventions That Changed the Way the World Moves
Written by Vivian Kirkfield and Illustrated by Gilbert Ford
Published by HMH Books for Young Readers
Available now!

Try It!: How Frieda Caplan Changed the Way We Eat
Written by Mara Rockliff and Illustrated by Giselle Potter
Published by Beach Lane Books
Available now!