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Author
Publisher
Britannica Books
Pub. Date
2023.
Physical Desc
ix, 325 pages : color illustrations, color maps ; 29 cm
Language
English
Description
"This authoritative encyclopedia is perfect for visual learners: it reveals astonishing information about space, Earth, animals, humans and technology through 200 infographics, including maps, charts, timelines and more! Grasp facts at a glance as you turn every page: discover the size of our Sun in comparison to the largest star in the universe; find out which animal can leap 200 times its body length; learn how many cups of snot your body makes...
442) Weather
Author
Series
Publisher
World Book Inc
Pub. Date
2019.
Physical Desc
96 pages : color illustrations ; 22 cm.
Language
English
Description
""Presents true or false questions and answers about weather and features large illustrations and photographs."--
443) The yawn book
Author
Publisher
Clarion Books, an imprint of HarperCollinsPublishers
Pub. Date
[2022]
Edition
First edition.
Physical Desc
1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 27 cm
Language
English
Description
"Why do we yawn? Do animals yawn? And why are yawns so CONTAGIOUS? Learn the answers to these questions and more in this fact-filled and funny nonfiction picture book. Why did you yawn before your piano recital? Do you yawn more than your grandmother? And is your pet dog really yawning because you are? Find out in The Yawn Book, a funny and fascinating book of facts, including the most unbelievable one: no one knows for sure why we yawn at all."--...
Author
Series
Publisher
Norton Young Readers, an imprint of W.W. Norton & Company
Pub. Date
[2021]
Edition
First edition.
Physical Desc
105 pages : illustrations ; 22 cm
Language
English
Description
"From the best-selling author behind My Weird School: a quirky new biography series that casts fresh light on high-interest historic figures. Did you know that Muhammad Ali was so terrified of flying on planes he would bring a parachute? Or that he won the Presidential Medal of Freedom? Bet you didn't know that he had an official sweat-taster to determine how salty his sweat was after each match! Siblings Paige and Turner do-and they've collected...
Author
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2023.
Edition
First American edition.
Physical Desc
199 pages : color illustrations ; 28 cm
Language
English
Description
Delve into the world of LEGO Harry Potter and be inspired to build your own magical creations with LEGO Harry Potter Ideas Book, packed full of model ideas and expert tips. Inspirational images, model breakdowns, and descriptive text make it easy for fans of all ages to jump in and begin building.
446) Wonders of our world
Author
Series
Publisher
Kane Miller
Pub. Date
2018.
Edition
First American edition.
Physical Desc
1 volume (unpaged) : illustrations (some color) ; 27 cm.
Language
English
Description
Explore natural and man-made wonders from ancient cities to modern volcanoes.
Author
Publisher
St. Martin's Press
Pub. Date
2016.
Physical Desc
xvii, 232 pages ; 22 cm
Language
English
Description
"ESPN baseball commentator Tim Kurkjian is fascinated by sacrifice flies. In fact, he is fascinated by so many aspects of baseball that he's written a book to show baseball fans where this fascination comes from and how they, too, can find it. In the aftermath of the Steroid Era that stained the game, at a time when so many players are so rich and therefore have a sense of entitlement that they haven't earned, Kurkjian shows readers how to love the...
Author
Publisher
Five Mile
Pub. Date
2018.
Physical Desc
12 unnumbered pages : colour illustrations ; 24 x 33 cm
Language
English
Description
Lift the flaps to explore the city at night time! Travel around the world with this gorgeous seek-and-find book. Explore cities by night in the richly-detailed artwork, and lift the flaps to peek inside the lives of people who live there.
Author
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2023.
Edition
First American edition.
Physical Desc
160 pages : color illustrations ; 27 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Set off on a mystical adventure like no other and trace the history of magical ritual--from alchemy and divination to fortune-telling and séances. Meet witches and wizards, fairies and monsters, UFOs and aliens, and much, much more..."--
Author
Publisher
Hot Dog Press
Pub. Date
2023.
Edition
First edition.
Physical Desc
272 pages : illustrations ; 25 cm
Language
English
Description
From logistics and merchandising to quality control and warehouse openings, learn about this unique 40 year old retailer. David and Susan Schwartz have traveled over 200,000 miles around the globe to provide a fun-filled behind-the-scenes, look at what makes Costco special.
Author
Publisher
Welbeck Editions
Pub. Date
2021.
Physical Desc
48 pages : color illustrations ; 29 cm
Language
English
Description
A delightful compendium of all the most unusual and unexpected features in the animal kingdom, from puzzling toes to weird ears, and all the other body parts in between! Discover why a firefly's bum glows, take a look at a saiga antelope's dangly nose, and marvel at a sun bear's super-long tongue. These creatures have strange features - but they all serve a very useful purpose! This charming and visually appealing book carries the underlying message...
453) Animals of the world
Series
Publisher
DK
Pub. Date
2024.
Edition
First American edition.
Physical Desc
255 pages : color illustrations ; 23 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Explore the animal kingdom and meet more than 100 species in this quiz book for children, teaching about a variety of species, from lions to crocodiles to butterflies--and everything in between"--
Author
Series
Publisher
Crabtree Publishing Company
Pub. Date
2020.
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 26 cm
Language
English
Description
"Why is blood red? What exactly is a belly button for? Why don't your eyeballs fall out? answers all these intriguing questions about the science of the human body, and much more."--
Author
Series
Publisher
National Geographic
Pub. Date
[2018]
Physical Desc
288 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
With silly facts that are strangely true, laughable lists, conversation jokes, and long-story jokes with hilarious endings, this full-color, supersize book will have you rolling on the floor laughing. Sidesplitting topics include funny stuff about pets, technology, spooky sensations, adventures, around-the-world wonders, animals, myths and legends, dinosaurs, music, and treasure hunting. Between giggles and guffaws, hoots and hahas you can enjoy tons...
456) Rocks & minerals
Series
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2024.
Edition
First American edition.
Physical Desc
255 pages : color illustrations ; 23 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Discover the wonders of our rocky planet with this quiztastic book featuring rocks and minerals from all over the world! Learn about Earth's fascinating rocks, minerals, and gems, from igneous rocks formed deep inside the Earth's molten core to sparkling emeralds, in this quiz book for children ages 9+. Striking pictures and fast facts will allow you to learn all about geology in a fun and engaging way. The pure form of every rock or mineral is shown...
Author
Series
Factopia volume 3
Publisher
Britannica Books
Pub. Date
2022.
Physical Desc
207 pages : color illustrations ; 22 cm.
Language
English
Description
In this disgustingly marvelous world, you will discover facts about smelly sports, weird world records, rank rodents, vile Victorians, horrible medicine, gory gastronomy, and more--all of which are connected in unexpected and hilarious ways!
Author
Series
Publisher
VIZ Media, LLC
Pub. Date
[2023]
Edition
Shonen Jump edition.
Physical Desc
214 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 21 cm.
Language
English
Description
The intimate secrets of the Forger family are revealed in this ultimate behind-the-scenes guide! Packed with character details, never-before-seen illustrations, in-depth interviews with creator Tatsuya Endo, and much more, this is a must-have for fans and collectors alike. Includes behind-the-scenes details covering the first nine volumes of the hit manga, as well as tribute illustrations from 16 artists, including Hajime Isayama (Attack on Titan),...
Author
Publisher
Red Deer Press
Pub. Date
[2022]
Physical Desc
111 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm
Language
English
Description
"This book is a look at rules and laws that have been created around the world over many years, divided into four sections: people problems, sports zone, entertainment interrupted, and kid concerns. It features some of the funniest, scariest, most maddening, and confusing regulations, leaving readers questioning just who makes the rules and how they might be changed. With sidebars that encourage critical thinking and extend additional information,...
Author
Publisher
Ten Speed Press
Pub. Date
[2023]
Edition
First edition.
Physical Desc
312 pages : illustrations (some color), photographs, portraits (some color) ; 24 x 21 cm
Language
English
Description
This book is inspired by "Overlooked," the New York Times series that celebrates extraordinary women, BIPOC and LGBTQIA figures, and people with disabilities who changed history. These people staggered us with their bravery, expanded our understanding of the world by innovating, and broke constraints in an unspoken mission to create a better future for others.--Adapted from back cover.
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