From the #1 New York Times bestselling World Almanac comes a colorful, fun-filled book devoted to the odd, fascinating, and unusual animals that share our planet. From the weirdest mammals and birds, to reptiles, amphibians, insects, and fish you may not have even known existed, this book combines trivia and fast facts with solid science on the oddest critters around. Find a new pest––or pet possibility?––on every page, complete with eye-catching photos to appeal to animal lovers of all ages....
The classroom publication of Time magazine and Fact Monster, the kids' reference site from Information Please, join forces to create this groundbreaking, comprehensive almanac for kids. This one-of-a-kind collection contains a wealth of facts, maps, charts, photos, Web links, and more.
National Geographic Kids Ultimate Weird But True 2 (National Geographic Kids)
The first edition of Ultimate Weird But True was an instant hit in Fall 2011. Now the second edition has even more zany fun! Ultimate Weird But True 2 has a fun cover with lots of sparkle, is packed with cool photos, and features the same dynamic design that made the first book such a hit. Content is all-new, with new chapter titles and even more too-strange-to-believe stories, such as: the world's most expensive hamburger, which breaks the bank at $295; the world's largest chocolate sculpture;...
Packed with facts, stats and news from around the country and around the world, the TIME For Kids Almanac 2014 includes information on topics ranging from animals to acid rain, voting rules to video games, sports stars to space exploration - and much more. This richly designed resource features more than 800 photos, maps, lists and time lines, and is sure to keep young readers engaged, entertained and learning-all at once. With more than 3.5 million subscribers, TIME For Kids is the No. 1 truste...
Did you know that a lion's roar can be heard up to five miles away? Or that an astronaut's heartbeat slows down in space? It's all totally weird ... but true! The world can be a pretty wacky place! Kids will have a blast exploring just HOW wacky in the 3rd book in the wildly popular Weird But True series, full of 350 surprising and amazing facts. Topics include science, space, weather, geography, food, pop culture, and just about everything else under the sun, presented with fascinating photos...
Coyote Peterson's Wild World of Animals (Brave Wilderness)
by Coyote Peterson
Explore This Thrilling Animal Atlas With Coyote Peterson Wild Animal AdventuresThis captivating book offers fun facts for kids on the world's most fascinating animals. This animal atlas is a celebration of Brave Wilderness and Coyote Peterson's 10-year journey to educate, entertain, and instill in children an understanding of the importance of our planet's diverse creatures From ferocious to adorable, and even the creepy crawlers. Every animal plays a vital role in maintaining the balance of ou...
First Encyclopedia of Science (Usborne First Encyclopedia (Paperback))
by Rachel Firth
First Encyclopedia of Seas and Oceans (Usborne First Encyclopedia (Paperback)) (Usborne First Encyclopedias)
by Ben Denne
This visually exciting, highly informative first reference series is designed to appeal to both children already reading and those yet to learn. Easy to understand text combines with remarkable photography and illustration to help explain different aspects of today's world. Other titles in this series: First Encyclopedia of Space (published May 2001) First Encyclopedia of Animals First Encyclopedia of Our World (shortlisted for the Aventis Science Book Prize 2000)
National Geographic Kids Almanac 2020, International Edition (National Geographic Almanacs)
by National Geographic Kids
It's the 10th anniversary of the world's best-selling almanac for kids! This year it features all-new content, interviews with explorers in each chapter, a special look at what was going on in the world when the first National Geographic Kids Almanac came out 10 years ago, plus the results for the 2019 Almanac Challenge and a new Challenge for kids who want to get involved with helping our planet. Kids can have fun keeping up with our quickly changing world with the New York Times best-selling...
The 2023 National Geographic Kids Infopedia is the biggest edition yet! Get ready for 2023 with all the latest and greatest information on animals, science, nature, technology, conservation, and more. Packed with incredible photos and fascinating stories, this new edition features:· BONUS 20 Things to Make You Happy· NEW trends and news for the year ahead· NEW photo feature showcasing wonders from around the world· NEW incredible animal stories· NEW weird-but-true facts· NEW amazing in...
Did you know that plants can get fevers, or that some turtles glow in the dark? It's all totally weird ... but true! The world can be a pretty wacky place! Kids will have a blast exploring just HOW wacky in the 8th book in the wildly popular Weird But True series, full of 350 surprising and amazing facts. Topics include science, space, weather, geography, food, pop culture, and just about everything else under the sun, presented with fascinating photos and illustrations. This quirky little refe...
National Geographic Kids Infopedia 2017 (Infopedia)
by National Geographic Kids
A worldwide bestseller that makes a great present for children who are fascinated by culture, nature, technology, animals and much more, 2017's Infopedia from National Geographic Kids will tell children 'everything they always wanted to know about everything'. Great for dipping in and out of, the book will take children on a tour of history's most famous sites, and looks at the work of the National Geographic Explorers and their initiatives. It even has hilarious jokes and activities t...
Provides the latest information on a wide range of topics, including animals, culture, geography, the environment, history, and science.
Combine the beloved, super-powered Disney brand with Nat Geo Kids’ most popular book series Weird But True! and you have a magical, whimsical fan-favorite book. This delightful addition to National Geographic Kids' best-selling Weird But True! series uncovers surprising secrets and mind-boggling facts behind your favorite Disney movies, TV shows, park attractions, and more! Did you know it took 70,000 pencils to draw the artwork for The Hunchback of Notre Dame (1996)? Or that Donald Duck has a...
Did you know that strawberries can be yellow, or that some dogs are allergic to cats? It's all weird ... but true! The world can be a pretty wacky place! Kids will have a blast exploring just HOW wacky in the 6th book in the wildly popular Weird But True series, full of 350 surprising and amazing facts. Topics include science, space, weather, geography, food, pop culture, and just about everything else under the sun, presented with fascinating photos and illustrations. This quirky little refere...
Lots of Things to Know About Dinosaurs (Lots of Things to Know)
by James Maclaine
You'll never guess where Tyrannosaurus rexes lived, what a Spinosaurus could do with its nose, why the head of a Parasaurolophus was like a trombone or how very heavy dinosaurs sat on their eggs without crushing them! All is revealed in this delightful information book, filled with quirky and surprising things to know about all kinds of dinosaurs.
Did you know that rats prefer classical music to jazz? Or that you can swim as fast in syrup as you can in water? It's all totally weird ... but true! The world can be a pretty wacky place! Kids will have a blast exploring just HOW wacky in the 9th book in the wildly popular Weird But True series, full of 350 surprising and amazing facts. Topics include science, space, weather, geography, food, pop culture, and just about everything else under the sun, presented with fascinating photos and illu...
From mind-boggling feats of human endurance to the unimaginable extremes of the natural world, these pages are filled with records that defy expectations and surprise the imagination.
Sports Illustrated for Kids Year in Sports 2006 (Scholastic Year in Sports)
Pro Basketball Records (Ultimate Guides to Pro Sports Records)
by Matt Chandler
A hilarious collection of 350 uniquely clever jokes for smart kids, complete with hysterical illustrations and a laugh noise button! What did the wall say to the perpendicular wall? Meet you at the corner! What snack do computers like? Microchips! I love the way the Earth rotates . . . it really makes my day! Belly Laugh Brilliant Jokes for Smart Kids is full of hilarious fun for bright kids! From snappy puns to brilliant one-liners to fun wordplay, this collection is complete with 350 of the...