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Author
Publisher
Usborne Publishing, Limited
Pub. Date
2015.
Physical Desc
127 pages : colour illustrations ; 25 cm
Language
English
Description
Science is a huge topic, but this friendly book breaks it down into bite-sized chunks, making it an accessible introduction for anyone who wants to find out about this fascinating subject. Highly illustrated, in a pictorial, 'infographics' style, with snippets of information about all aspects of science from particle physics to genes and DNA.
Author
Publisher
Kingfisher
Pub. Date
2019.
Physical Desc
160 pages : color illustrations ; 25 cm
Language
English
Description
"Do you want to know about eight of the world's deadliest snakes, forty-nine countries without a coastline, and five fearless female warriors? Then look no further because The Curious Book of Lists by Tracey Turner is absolutely bursting with 263 eye-popping and informative lists from around the world, guaranteed to keep you entertained and increase your general knowledge at the same time! Discover Ancient Greek monsters, presidential pets, dizzying...
Publisher
Ripley Publishing
Pub. Date
2020.
Physical Desc
112 pages : color illustrations ; 27 cm
Language
English
Description
Jump into all the weird, wild, and wacky stories and activities collected just for kids from the editors of Ripley's Believe It or Not! Filled with amazing stories, photography, and information, this jam-packed volume also features 16 pages of activities.
Publisher
Skyhorse Publishing
Pub. Date
[2022].
Physical Desc
132 pages : illustrations ; 19 cm
Language
English
Description
"TRUE OR FALSE? Butterflies taste with their feet. Dolphins have names for each other. Cows have best friends and like to hang out together. Find out the answers to these true-or-false statements and more than 300 others with The World Almanac Awesome True-or-False Questions for Smart Kids: Animals. Alone or together, kids can make their best guesses of whether each statement is true or false, and then turn the page to find the answer--and learn...
Author
Series
Publisher
SportsZone, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2016]
Physical Desc
48 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
This title explores the incredible moments in in the world of sports, from Jackie Robinson's debut to Brandi Chastain's World Cup winner, that will be etched in our memories forever. The title also features informative sidebars, a glossary, and further resources. SportsZone is an imprint of Abdo Publishing Company. Reviewed Sports provide fans with thrills and excitement. They also can demonstrate excellence, and sometimes they can just make you laugh....
Author
Publisher
LP
Pub. Date
[2017]
Physical Desc
1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 22 cm
Language
English
Description
This Phenomenal Life tells the story of the wondrous ways that humans are always completely at one with our surrounding world. From the vast galaxies above to the miniature microbes within, humans are organically connected to the complex cycles and mysterious processes of our universe. Every single atom of our body is made of remnants of stars and massive explosions in the galaxies, and we share the same biochemical basis of life with all living beings...
Author
Publisher
St. Martin's Griffin
Pub. Date
2018.
Edition
First U.S. edition.
Physical Desc
160 pages : color illustrations ; 25 cm
Language
English
Description
"Just like having an expert on call 24 hours a day--here are the answers to any beading questions or dilemmas you might have. Whether stringing, wiring, or beadweaving, step-by-step photographs, diagrams, and clear instructions will guide you through each stage of your work. The techniques are organized in the order you need them when making a project from scratch, using the right tools and materials to finishing tips for neat, professional results--or...
Author
Publisher
[Scholastic]
Pub. Date
[2008]
Physical Desc
112 pages : color illustrations ; 25 cm
Language
English
Description
Bright illustrations, wacky lists, nerd words, and colorful layouts enhance this fun-filled reference guide to facts and figures on an assortment of interesting animals, people, places, and things, including what makes pink flamingos pink and the most expensive movie flops ever made.
Author
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2021.
Edition
First American edition.
Physical Desc
94 pages : colour illustrations ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Description
The strangest and yuckiest secrets of the galaxy What does the Zillo Beast feast on for breakfast? Does slimy Jabba the Hutt ever have a bath? What are the three yuckiest things he eats? Why are wampas so cuddly? And which monster makes the scariest sound? Take a trip on the wild side and discover the weirdest facts in the Star Wars galaxy! From gross creatures and strange bugs, to disgusting food, dangerous deserts, and sinister Sith, this icky,...
72) Cities
Author
Series
Publisher
World Book
Pub. Date
[2019]
Physical Desc
96 pages : color illustrations ; 21 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Presents true or false questions and answers about cities and features large illustrations and photographs"--
Publisher
Simon & Schuster
Pub. Date
©2005
Physical Desc
viii, 194 pages ; 20 cm
Language
English
Description
For anyone who needs a bit of inspiration, a smile, or a friendly pat on the back, Tucker and ninety-nine friends offer this heartwarming collection of their personal recipes for beating the blues. Whether through family, friends, nature, music, or maybe even a little Jack Daniel's, the collected voices in this timeless book remind us of all the happiness and joy life has to offer. Seventy celebrities such as Kris Kristofferson, Jerry Orbach, and...
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
[2021]
Edition
Revised edition.
Physical Desc
256 pages : color illustrations, color maps ; 24 cm
Language
English
Description
"Perplexed by plate tectonics? Confused by climates? Disorientated by demographics? Help Your Kids With Geography helps parents to get a grasp on what their children learn in geography class by exploring all these topics and more."--Publisher's description.
Publisher
Johns Hopkins University Press
Pub. Date
2021.
Physical Desc
263 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm
Language
English
Description
"This book dissects medical myths and pseudoscience and explores how misinformation can spread faster than microbes. Yasmin debunks public health myths ranging from the spurious link between vaccines and autism to the truth about so-called chemtrails left behind by airplanes. In short chapters covering popular myths, Yasmin parses the science behind fearful rumors and models how to be a more informed consumer of health news"--
Series
Publisher
Ripley Publishing, a Jim Pattison Company
Pub. Date
2018.
Edition
First printing
Physical Desc
142 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 22 cm
Language
English
Description
"We're comparing the world's most bizarre parallel events! Did you know that the Eiffel Tower was presented at the 1889 World's Fair, the same year that Nintendo was founded? Or that the last beheading by guillotine in France occurred in 1977--the same year that Star Wars was released? It might feel like you're in a time warp, but it's all true!"--Cover.
Author
Series
Publisher
Kingfisher
Pub. Date
2022.
Edition
First paperback edition.
Physical Desc
128 pages : color illustrations ; 29 cm.
Language
English
Description
Do you want to know 17 kinds of penguin, 49 countries without a coastline, and 5 jokes about cheese? Then look no further because this book is absolutely bursting with interesting and informative lists, guaranteed to keep you entertained and increase your general knowledge at the same time! Discover Ancient Greek monsters, presidential pets, dizzying mountain peaks, super-fast animals . . . and what not to mention at a donkey's house.
Ages 6-10
Publisher
Princeton Architectural Press
Pub. Date
[2022]
Edition
First edition.
Physical Desc
128 pages : color illustrations ; 21 cm
Language
English
Description
People have been studying how the human brain works for over 2,000 years-- but will we ever truly understand what drives us to think, feel, and act in certain ways? Martin shares the latest scientific research from psychology, neuroscience, sociology and other fields. She shares the answers to thirty-three questions about our sometimes weird, often awkward, and always human tendencies, to help readers become more enlightened and feel less alone. --...
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