Curiosities & Wonders - Kids

Did you know that the king cobra snake has enough venom in each bite to kill an elephant? Learn all about the world's most dangerous animals--including tiger sharks, black widow spiders, and polar bears--in this fact-filled Level 3 reader.Author: Ginjer L. ClarkeISBN-10: 0448451085ISBN-13: 9780448451084Publisher:...

Are we alone in the universe? Those that believe in alien abductions think they know the answer. This title explores the mysteries of alien abductions and the tools and technology behind researching them to debate the question of whether aliens have ever visited Earth.Author:...

5 Books in One Do You and Your Kids Love Stories About the Strange and Sometimes Unexplained? Kids Do Want To Know About Real Life Mysteries Discover facts and opinions about UFO's, Bigfoot, Mysterious Creatures, Mysterious Places and Mysterious People. Did you know that...

Blubbery belugas, capering caribou, lingering ladybugs, rummaging ravens, and waiting walruses, all make an appearance in this beautifully illustrated children's book about the Arctic. The map, a glossary of key words, and a page of interesting facts about the four unique territories in Northern...

Legend of Loch Ness Monster for KidsA Mystery in the United KingdomKids will love this book full of myths, fables, legends and scientific studies concerning the Loch Ness Monster, known as "Nessie" for children. It is for ages 6-12 years old, depending on their...

Through colorful photos and simple text, follow the delicious journey from golden wheat fields to fresh-baked bread loaf.Author: Stacy Taus-BolstadISBN-10: 1728431670ISBN-13: 9781728431673Publisher: Lerner Publications (Tm)Language: EnglishPublished: 08/01/2021Pages: 24Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.15lbsSize: 7.80h x 7.30w x 0.10d

This title will introduce readers to Hercules beetles. Readers will learn where these big beetles can be found, how they survive, and how they got their mighty name. Complete with great, up-close photographs. Aligned to Common Core standards & correlated to state standards. Abdo...

This title will introduce readers to giraffe weevils. Readers will learn where these insects can be found, how they survive, and how they got their name. Complete with great, up-close photographs. Aligned to Common Core standards & correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Jumbo...

When John learns that his first day of school will be at home and virtual, he isn't too excited. Worried that he won't get to play with his friends and that virtual school will be too hard, he is reassured by his parents that...

In this book, early fluent readers will learn about the healing power of nature through connecting with water, whether it be swimming, fishing, other water sports, or just enjoying being near water. Social and emotional learning (SEL) concepts support growth mindset throughout, while Try...

This title focuses on haunted asylums and gives information related to current paranormal locations, theories, and place in popular culture. This hi-lo title is complete with colorful and spooky photographs, simple text, glossary, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to...

How does a peanut become creamy peanut butter? A farmer grows peanuts. The sun dries the plants. The peanuts are picked and sorted. Machines remove shells. Follow the process step by step as peanut butter is made.Author: Robin NelsonISBN-10: 154159729XISBN-13: 9781541597297Publisher: Lerner Publications (Tm)Language:...

How does hot wax become a colorful crayon? First wax is melted. Then a worker adds color. Next the wax is shaped. Soon the wax hardens. Discover all the steps in the process of making a crayon.Author: Robin NelsonISBN-10: 1728414334ISBN-13: 9781728414331Publisher: Lerner Publications (Tm)Language:...

Budding magicians will love exploring the art of magic with Optical Illusions to Trick the Eye. They will read how famous illusionists fooled their audiences. Then learn how to trick an audience of their own Kids will follow simple instructions and photos to make...

Did you know that a cheetah can accelerate faster than a sports car or that an impala can jump over three times its height? This fascinating book highlights examples of animals with incredible athletic abilities and skills that make them the record-breakers of the...

Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart from it. This book brings you many of the bible illustration where your children can learn the word of God, even with the rest of...

An unruly cast of emotions come alive in this romping dreamworld, a place Maurice Sendak's Wild Things could call home Curiosity, a lithe and floppy-eared creature, perches above the open world and gazes out with a zippy blend of hope, wonder, and longing. From...

Creaking doors, gusts of wind, eerie sounds--could these be the signs of ghosts? Ghost hunters have tried for years to prove the existence of ghosts through photos, videos, and sound recordings. This book investigates reports of ghosts, illuminates the tools and technology used to...

IF YOU COULD ASK A NOBEL PRIZE WINNER ANYTHING YOU WANTED... Since 1901, the Nobel Prize has honored the world's great geniuses in the most important fields: physics, chemistry, medicine, literature, economics, and world peace. What if children could ask these creative thinkers about...

This is the book that will put to rest rumors, misconceptions, superstitions, and flat out lies that you hear everyday--also known as the book your mom never wanted you to see. Want to make that face for hours? Go ahead, it'll never freeze like...

Nothing attracts young readers like the weird but true...especially when the weird truth is hundreds of years old. Ye Olde Weird But True, the newest addition to the blockbuster Weird But True series, is packed with 300 wacky facts for history lovers ages 6...

This entertaining and humorous chapter book features animals who can perform amazing acts like riding motocross, foretelling the weather, and playing a guitar. These stories will enchant readers and empower them to devour the more text-heavy "grown up" style of the book, while still...

Tired of having to contain your hidden urge to fart and finger-pick? Can't get enough of foul food and flies? Get ready to gross out all of your friends with these hysterically nauseating facts about all things gross and gruesome. Bringing together the slimiest,...

A howl in the distance. The biggest footprint you've ever seen. A blurry figure in the distance. These are the clues that lead us to believe there is something out there--Bigfoot. Already a fan of the wildly successful FINDING BIGFOOT show on Animal Planet?...

This high-interest title explores the history and lore behind churches and graveyards around the world that are reported to be haunted. From ghosts that rise above their final resting places to spooky paranormal occurrences inside holy places, readers will learn about the debunked and...

Silver Birch - and Hackmatack-nominated Be A Nature Dectective series explores animal camouflageHow do insects hide themselves in the woods? Can flounders really change the texture of their skin to blend in with sandy sea bottoms? Why do hares change the colour of their...

This title gives readers a better look at camouflaging leafy sea dragons. Readers will learn about where they can find these fish, what they look like, and how they use camouflage to survive. This title is at a Level 1 and is written specifically...

This title will introduce readers to praying mantises. Readers will learn where these insects can be found, how they survive, and why their peaceful name might be misleading. Complete with great, up-close photographs. Aligned to Common Core standards & correlated to state standards. Abdo...

Highlights fascinating facts about history, from quirky world leaders to weird fashion trends. Learn about the French king who thought he was made of glass, the Serbian soldier who disguised herself as a man to fight in the army, the medieval barbers who performed...

Highlights fascinating facts about U.S. presidents, from the president who was afraid to touch light switches to the president that banned broccoli. Learn about the president's dog who was so popular that he needed his own secretary, the president who befriended a burglar, the...

How does a peanut become creamy peanut butter? A farmer grows peanuts. The sun dries the plants. The peanuts are picked and sorted. Machines remove shells. Follow the process step by step as peanut butter is made.Author: Robin NelsonISBN-10: 1728414415ISBN-13: 9781728414416Publisher: Lerner Publications (Tm)Language:...

How does a cocoa bean become a delicious chocolate bar? Cocoa beans ripen. Workers open the pods. Next the sun dries the beans. The beans are roasted. Find out what step happens next in the process of making chocolate.Author: Robin NelsonISBN-10: 1728414369ISBN-13: 9781728414362Publisher: Lerner...

Budding magicians will love exploring the art of magic with Mind Tricks and Illusions to Boggle the Brain. They will read how famous illusionists fooled their audiences. Then learn how to trick an audience of their own Kids will follow simple instructions and photos...

Laugh as you learn all about the Mayflower's historic voyage to America What was it like to be on the Mayflower as it journeyed to America in 1620? Through hilarious jokes, myth-busting trivia, and tons of fun facts, this quirky little book provides an...

Explore the wonders of the spirit world in Volume 5 of the Young Person's School of Mystery & Magic series. Learn how to recognize the presence of spirit; develop spirit vision; find your own spirit helpers; call on the angels for guidance; open to...

Author: Eugenia Ann PaceISBN-10: 1456855573ISBN-13: 9781456855574Publisher: XlibrisLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/25/2011Pages: 40Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.26lbsSize: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.10d

Curious about constructions? Inside this book, you'll come face-to-face with 50 incredible structures, including: a fire-breathing octopus sculpture; the skateboard ramp you'd need to jump the Great Wall of China; a whole community of tree houses in Costa Rica; and a lifesize X-Wing Starfighter...

Get ready for even more DO-IT-YOURSELF weirdness in the latest Weird But True Sticker Doodle title. With each turn of the page kids learn new information and get to try new wacky activities, from doodling prompts to crosswords, mazes to picture puzzles. This book...

Ever wondered what would happen if some cool or crazy things were possible? Like what would happen if: you got sucked into a black hole; dinosaurs still existed; humans could fly; you could communicate with dolphins; or you could dig a hole through to...

The concept is simple. Got a question? Well now you have an answer! 1,111 of them, in fact. Want to know why your snot is yellow? Flip to the human body chapter. What's on the inside of a turtle shell? The animal section's got...

Discover 1,000 more fun, fascinating, and funny quiz questions in the latest book in this popular series, with all-new content and photos. Packed with fantastic photos and a dynamic design, kids will have a blast quizzing themselves, friends, and their families on tons of...

Did you know that a town in Spain celebrates an annual Tomato fight? That British police are still searching for crooks who stole 60,000 bees from their hive? These are just a few of the bizarre but totally true stories you'll find in this...

Discover 1,000 more fun, fascinating, and funny quiz questions in the fifth installment in this popular series, with all-new content and photos. Packed with fantastic photos and a dynamic design, kids will have a blast quizzing themselves, friends, and family members on tons of...

You'll find 1,000 more fun, fascinating, and funny quiz questions in National Geographic Kids Quiz Whiz 3. Packed with fantastic photos and a dynamic design, kids will have a blast quizzing themselves and their families on tons of fun trivia This compact book is...

It was beautiful mythical city sparkling with riches. But many years ago, a huge wave washed away the entire city. Is it possible the legend of Atlantis is true?Author: Michael CressyISBN-10: 1404866566ISBN-13: 9781404866560Publisher: Picture Window BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/01/2012Pages: 32Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.43lbsSize: 10.04h x 8.21w...

This book in the Urban Legends: Don't Read Alone series explores the creepy history of the Bermuda Triangle. Are you brave enough to read it alone? Written with a high interest level to appeal to a more mature audience and a lower level of...

Books in the Magic, Myth, and Mystery series explore those strange creatures that go bump in the night, fill our dreams (or nightmares ), and make us afraid of the dark. In Griffins, you'll learn more about these legendary creatures. Written with a high...

Introducing: Discovering Ancient Egypt for KidsThe 'For Kids' series has been produced for children of seven and over. It is the perfect answer to move your child away from simple picture books to start enjoying and learning from more challenging reading material.Every book in...

Legendary creatures abound. From Bigfoot and the Loch Ness Monster to Mothman and the Chupacabra, sightings of mystifying beings have spanned the globe throughout the ages. Paranormal Handbooks presents the details in all their spellbinding mystery.Author: Tyler OmothISBN-10: 1515713113ISBN-13: 9781515713111Publisher: Capstone PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/01/2016Pages:...

Ancient dragons breathed fire and gobbled up humans. Fierce mythical griffins had the heads of eagles and the bodies of lions. More recently, people have reported chupacabras drinking the blood of farm animals. These monsters and more have frightened people for centuries, and have...