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Author
Publisher
Usborne Publishing, Limited
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"An engaging and accessible introduction with information on exactly 100 science topics that will fascinate and inspire children - and adults too. Packed with facts and colorful infographics on both familiar and less familiar topics from the Earth's magnetic poles to spider venom and black holes. A brilliant and wide-ranging introduction to an important school subject - and essential for general knowledge too. Includes internet links to specially...
Author
Publisher
National Geographic Kids
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
Dive into these fishy facts: Did you know that the prehistoric shark, megalodon, had jaws so big that it could swallow a car? Or that goats, pigs, dogs, cats, and even an alpaca have all learned how to surf? And if that's not weird enough for ya, one man even rowed solo across the Pacific Ocean for 312 days! In this book filled with 300 wacky facts and pictures, you'll glimpse the ocean's weirdest wildlife, uncover shocking shipwrecks, and meet sensational...
44) Every second
Author
Publisher
What on Earth Books
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Every Second offers a unique introduction to numbers and statistics, perfect for kids in kindergarten and at elementary school. Full of fascinating and fun facts, and clear, colorful infographic illustrations, this book will help develop math skills and an understanding of our world. This book also provides the perfect launch-pad for thought and discussion about a wide range of issues, including the environment. With remarkable facts, lush illustrations,...
Author
Series
Publisher
Golden Books
Pub. Date
[2014]
Language
English
Description
Love is all around, especially in Little Golden Books! Diane Muldrow's witty, tender observations about the ins and outs of relationships--with friends, spouses, siblings, children, and even pets--are paired with delightful images from the best-loved children's books of all time.--From p. 4 of cover.
Author
Publisher
Ulysses Press
Pub. Date
2019.
Language
English
Description
"Be the life (or death) of any party with hundreds of gruesome and fascinating facts. From serial killer psychology basics to little-known details about notorious murders such as John Wayne Gacy and Ted Bundy[...] Perfect for any murderino, true crime junkie, or connoisseur of macabre tales, Serial Killer Trivia is sure to surprise and horrify." -- from Back Cover.
47) Exploring sharks
Author
Publisher
Doubleday Books for Young Readers
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
"Are you ready for a deep dive? An ocean full of sharks is here for you to explore, with fact-packed info about your favorite species--plus some that will suprise you!" -- Back cover.
Author
Publisher
Triumph Books
Pub. Date
2016.
Language
English
Description
"Most Iowa Hawkeyes fans have attended a basketball game at Carver-Hawkeye Arena, seen highlights of "The Catch" that beat LSU in 2005, and were thrilled by the school's run to the 2014-15 Big Ten Football Championship Game. But only real fans know how many players have had their numbers retired, the best place to grab a bite before the game, or the only Iowa basketball player to lead the nation in scoring. 100 Things Iowa Fans Should Know & Do Before...
Author
Publisher
Urano
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
Español
Description
"Abre los ojos y el corazón a la magia de los animales totémicos. Los animales de poder, también llamados animales espirituales o totémicos, son compañeros sagrados en nuestro viaje hacia la sanación y el despertar. Si bien son distintivos del chamanismo, todos podemos recurrir a esta ayuda espiritual. El maestro y chamán mexicano don José Ruiz te ofrece las claves para conectar con el misterio de los animales de poder, un mundo repleto de...
Author
Series
Publisher
Jones & Bartlett Learning
Pub. Date
[2016]
Language
English
Description
Written by oncology experts with over 20 years of experience, 100 Questions and Answers About Lymphoma, Third Edition provides authoritative answers to your questions on lymphoma. Featuring the information you need in one concise, easy-to-read volume, 100 Questions and Answers About Lymphoma, Third Edition is an invaluable resource for newly diagnosed patients, survivors, friends or relatives of either. This newly updated text features information...
Author
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"Put the fun back into learning and take children on a number-crunching journey around the animal kingdom. From colossal mammals to tiny insects and everything in between, learn all about your favorite animals with more than 1,000 weird and wonderful numbers. Our World in Numbers: Animals will have you impressing your family and friends like never before with mind-blowing facts and stats on a vast range of different animal species. Children aged...
Author
Publisher
National Geographic Partners, LLC
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
"Erika Engelhaupt, founding editor of National Geographic's Gory Details blog, explores oft-ignored but alluring facets of biology, anatomy, space exploration, nature, and more. Featuring reporting and interviews with leading researchers in the field, Gory Details illuminates the world's most intriguing real-world applications of science"--
Author
Publisher
Scholastic Inc
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
"This awe-inspiring updated edition of the Book of World Records comes complete with new entries in pop culture, science, tech, nature, sports, medicine, and more. This 2023 edition also includes "Trending" sections for each category, covering all the new cool social media facts, incredible stats, and facts you need to know from the past year"--
Publisher
National Geographic Kids
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
Unwrap 300 wacky facts and pictures showcasing the hilarious history, crazy coincidences, awesome astrological beliefs, and surprising statistics behind birthdays. You'll be blown away by the world's craziest cakes, most elaborate decorations, and most grandiose gifts to ever commemorate a year in the life.
Author
Publisher
Workman Publishing
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
"Challenge yourself, challenge your friends. Or make it official and host a night of fun, enlightening, and hilarious trivia. The pub quiz is a cultural institution, and bartender Austin Rogers is singularly good at it, not only as the long-time host of a hugely popular New York City quiz night, but also as a 12-time Jeopardy! champion whose earnings of over $400,000 are the seventh highest in the show's history. He knows a whole of just about everything,...
Author
Publisher
Rodale
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"Athena Perrakis is one of the world's leading experts on crystal wisdom and the founder of America's largest retailer of gemstones, Sage Goddess. In Crystalpedia, she collects the wisdom, history, and ancient powers of 182 of Earth's most sacred stones. She also shares how being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis at thirty-eight set her on a path of self-healing, combining conventional medicine with alternative healing practices to achieve her current...
Author
Publisher
Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
"Did you know that crows never forget a face? Or that jaguars have a favorite cologne? Have you ever wondered how to pet a yeti crab? Or whether dogs can tell if you're smiling? And just what is a burrowing bettong? Meet these weird, wonderful animals and the equally weird and wonderful scientists who study them. From crafting fake poop to slurping up bugs with a straw, there's nothing these amazing humans won't do to help us learn more about the...
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