Curiosities & Wonders - Kids

Embark on a thrilling journey with "Easter Around the World for Kids: A Global Celebration", where curiosity leads the way to discovering amazing Easter traditions.Can the Easter Bunny dance the samba?Do Italians have pizza on Easter?Do they roll eggs in Kenya?Why there's no Easter...

Embark on a globe-trotting adventure with Wonders of the World, a captivating children's book that showcases the most extraordinary natural and human-made marvels across the globe. This enchanting journey helps young readers appreciate the incredible diversity and beauty of our planet.This book not only...

Few places seem more fitting for restless spirits than the spooky cemeteries of the world. But do ghosts truly wander among the tombstones? Reluctant readers can determine for themselves whether or not several famous cemetery hauntings are true in this creepy title.Author: Lisa OwingsISBN-10:...

The elegant houses of the wealthy may hold more than just expensive things. Some are said to be home to ghosts! Reluctant readers will love reading the famous ghost stories from lavish locales in this spooky book.Author: Lisa OwingsISBN-10: 1626174296ISBN-13: 9781626174290Publisher: EpicLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/01/2016Pages:...

Presidents of the United States might get some creepy houseguests during their time at the White House--former presidents Find out which presidents have been sighted haunting their old home and what their unfinished business might be in this high-interest title for young readers.Author: Lisa...

Imagine exploring the most extreme parts of our amazing planet--trekking though the driest desert, climbing the snowiest mountaintops, and diving to the deepest regions of the ocean floor. Seymour Simon, the dean of children's science nonfiction, investigates Earth's biggest, smallest, deepest, and coldest environments,...

Aubree's Great African Adventure is a wonderful story about a little girl who can't wait to see her Nana and Papa. They promised to take her on a special adventure. While she is waiting for them to pick her up, Aubree falls asleep, and...

Prepare for a thrilling journey through the twists and turns of fascinating history!Are you on the lookout for a gift that will ignite your child's curiosity, set their imagination ablaze, and guarantee endless hours of joy?Look no further!Prepare for an extraordinary journey through captivating...

A girl's hilariously unsuccessful search for elephants serves as a clever allegory for the disappearance of these iconic animals. The first book in a series focused on endangered animals. Meet Alex. She's an explorer who LOVES elephants, and she's decided to see one for...

As we all know there are some things in life we just can't control. However we can control how we respond to these situations. In 2008 I got pregnant with my first born, Reyvon. My pregnancy was difficult because I kept going into premature...

Author: National Geographic KidsISBN-10: 1426376421ISBN-13: 9781426376429Publisher: National Geographic KidsLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/20/2024Pages: 304Format: Paperback

Celebrate the changing seasons and your connection with the natural world with a book honoring the mystical underpinnings of the cycles that make up the pagan Wheel of the Year! From Samhain and Yule to Ostara and Mabon, there are eight pagan festivals that...

Hello, young adventurers! Get ready to zoom into space, dive deep into the ocean, and even time-travel to amazing facts about science, inventions, space and the earth in this fantastic journey. We've packed this book with mind-blowing facts that'll make you go "Wow!" and...

"Navigating the Bermuda Triangle: Facts and Tales for Kids" is an engaging and informative book designed to introduce young readers to the mysteries and wonders of the Bermuda Triangle. Through a blend of factual information and captivating tales, this book navigates the history, legends,...

Beautifully produced, with contemporary artwork, this 48-page hardcover explores animals from all corners of the world--big, small, and all sizes in between, from land-based animals to those living in the water and in the trees. Through striking art, there is much to share and...

With my family's support and my potty shouting hooray, I will succeed in potty training all the way!Author: Corey Anne AbreauISBN-10: 1088069126ISBN-13: 9781088069127Publisher: Corey Anne AbreauLanguage: EnglishPublished: 11/22/2022Pages: 28Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.20lbsSize: 8.50h x 8.50w x 0.07d

With striking artwork and bold design, this 48-page hardcover features dinosaurs of all shapes and sizes--from the smallest meat-eaters and plant-eaters to creatures with huge jaws, massive claws, super scales, powerful wings, and armored plates! Look out for the T. rex, hadrosaur, troodon, stegosaur,...

Beautifully produced, with contemporary artwork, this 48-page hardcover explores exciting jobs, from working with animals, or working in the film industry, to working off the planet in space! With strong design and striking art, there is much to share and chat about in the...

Follow an ingenious trail of 400 facts about everything from secret recipes and escape artists to hidden treasure and invisibility cloaks.You'll meet an underwear-stealing cat, find out about sharks that glow, uncover a toilet in disguise, and learn about the biggest ever game of...

Inspired by her popular Wild Thing podcast, journalist Laura Krantz incorporates the scientific method and her journalistic skills to determine if magic might be real in Do You Believe in Magic? Magic--spells and curses, hexes and potions, superstition, and rituals. We've all heard stories...

I Close My Eyes is a children's book about animals found during safaris. The story uses words in Swahili, which can be a good introduction to parts of Africa or the rain forest. It also includes children from the regions of the world who...

Discover fun facts for kids in this amazing knowledge-packed book! If you've ever wondered why the sky is blue, what clouds are made of, or why snakes sleep with their eyes open, this is the perfect read for you. Get ready to become an...

A high-interest inquiry into the possible existence of magical fairies, emphasizing reported sightings and stories as well as investigations into fairy rings.Author: Laura K. MurrayISBN-10: 1608187632ISBN-13: 9781608187638Publisher: Creative EducationLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/01/2017Pages: 24Format: Library BindingWeight: 0.70lbsSize: 8.90h x 8.90w x 0.30dReview Citation(s): School Library Journal...

Runes are a type of ancient alphabet: the ABCs for people who lived before the ABCs we know now were even invented! Vikings, and other people who lived in the north of Europe-in places like Germany, Norway, and Denmark-used these runes to write and...

This book serves as an introduction and overview of the seven natural wonders of the United States. It discusses how many of these marvels have been created over millions of years. Glaciers, water, ice, wind, erosion and the movement of the earth's plates have...

This book serves as an introduction and overview of the seven wonders of the natural world. It explains how nature alone carved these sites that we so admire. From the ocean shores to the inland forests, discover how the natural world is a beautiful...

In graphic novel format, follows the adventures of Isabel Soto as she explores the mysteries of the Bermuda Triangle.Author: Marc Tyler NoblemanISBN-10: 1429647701ISBN-13: 9781429647700Publisher: Capstone PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/01/2010Pages: 32Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.50lbsSize: 9.10h x 7.10w x 0.30dAccelerated Reader:Reading Level: 4.3Point Value: 0.5Interest Level: Middle GradeQuiz...

Over the years experts at the Natural History Museum have seen, heard and answered it all. ' Can Jellyfish Live Forever?' is a wonderfully weird collection of questions and answers which are altogether jaw-dropping, intriguing and enlightening. Packed with colorful images and illustrations throughout,...

Bring the stars and planets to your walls with this collection of 30 posters comprising the stunning images from the bestselling book The Mysteries of the Universe. Taking young readers on an incredible visual journey from Earth to the outer reaches of the universe,...

From Africa, alligators, and astronauts to zippers, zebras, and Zambonis, this treasure trove of fascinating, fantastic facts will keep fun-seeking 7-to-10-year-olds entertained for hours! Did you know that houseflies taste with their feet--which are 10,000,000 times more sensitive than the human tongue?Or that Sesame...

Ghost stories from America's Valley of the Sun have never been so creepy, fun, and full of mystery! Welcome to the spooky streets of Phoenix, Arizona! Stay alert! Ghosts lurk around every corner. Even the most unexpected places might be haunted by wandering phantoms....

The Kids' Tarot is a fun, interactive tool to help kids engage with some of life's biggest questions--thoughtfully, creatively, and playfully.This gorgeous deck helps kids explore and reveal who they are while helping them understand the world and those around them. By bringing attention...

People have reported hearing footsteps and seeing shadowy figures at prisons that have been empty for years. Could phantom inmates still roam the halls? Read eerie stories from famous prisons to decide for yourself in this title for reluctant readers.Author: Lisa OwingsISBN-10: 1626174318ISBN-13: 9781626174313Publisher:...

Who's that knocking on your hotel room door? Is it room service or a ghostly visitor? Guests have recounted strange occurrences likes these during their stays at some hotels. This title introduces reluctant readers to some of these haunted encounters with unwanted hotel guests.Author:...

What if the spirits of the dead stay behind at the place where they died? Visitors to famous battlefields think some may do just that. They tell stories of ghostly fighting and spooky feelings of strange presences. Read on to determine if they are...

Some sailors come back to land full of ghost stories about cursed crews or flaming ships. But do they truly sail the seas? Or are they just tricks of the mind? Find out for yourself in this high-interest book for reluctant readers.Author: Lisa OwingsISBN-10:...

Thousands of people around the world have claimed to have been abducted by aliens. Is there truth to these reports, or did the people make them up in order to get into the headlines? This book explores the history of alien abduction stories, some...

Have you ever felt your house was haunted? Many people have reported that ghosts or other paranormal creatures haunt their houses. Some claim to have seen objects move by themselves. Others say they have heard strange noises or voices in their homes. Can a...

Many people claim to have seen ghosts. Some say they saw an apparition or heard noises in their home when they were alone. Others claim that a drop in temperature signaled a ghost's presence. Are these observations credible, or are they all made up?...

There are many different kinds of extra-sensory perception. Some people claim they can see future events. Other people claim they can see far-off events in their mind. Students will judge for themselves in this introduction that provides information on the evidence and skepticism about...

Ghost stories from Michigan's Upper Peninsula have never been so creepy, fun, and full of mystery! Welcome to the spooky streets and shores of Michigan's Upper Peninsula! Stay Alert! Ghosts lurk around every corner. Even the most unexpected places might be haunted by wandering...

Ghost stories from the Hoosier State have never been so creepy, fun, and full of mystery! Welcome to the spooky streets of Bloomington, Indiana! Stay Alert! Ghosts lurk around every corner. Even the most unexpected places might be haunted by wandering phantoms. Did you...

Buckle up, future astronauts!It's time to embark on the most incredible adventure of your life.Are you ready to rocket through the stars, explore the mysteries of the Red Planet, and discover what it takes to be a true space explorer? Join our fearless crew...

Dinnertime often sets the stage for children to face off with their parents to decide who will win the vegetable war. Porgy is an imaginative little girl who finds herself in such a predicament. Her mother tries to convince her to eat a small...

"It's a Beautiful Day" will inspire your little one to venture outdoors and become one with Mother Nature It's truly an inspiring book to teach our children to be grateful and excited about the beautiful day ahead The Tiny Seekers Series are geared to...

Take a journey around the world to discover the smelliest, grossest, yuckiest, most disgusting animal facts on the planet! *Crazy photos and icky facts for kids ages 5-12*From hagfish to zorillas and snot otters to yeti crabs- this book is brimming with freaky full-color...

Join Hand on a journey of self-realization where the differences between each of the fingers are highlighted and embraced in this fun rhyming adventure.This vibrant picture book was written to teach children the importance of accepting one another for their unique talents, working together...

A richly illustrated, informative, and interactive introduction to shells for children aged 2-4, with over 40 flaps to lift and discover In this board book companion to What a Shell Can Tell, award-winning marine biologist and documentary maker, Helen Scales, introduces children ages 2-4...

"What if the terrifying creatures of your nightmares were indeed prowling the big, wide world beyond your blankie?" begins the intriguing premise of this book. "Could they really exist? And if so, how?" In a completely original approach to exploring science, award-winning author Helaine...

Over 2,000 years ago, ancient Greek scholars named seven of the most wondrous monuments to civilization, including the Pyramids of Egypt and Statue of Zeus at Olympia. Through the centuries these treasures were known as the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Because all...