Curiosities & Wonders - Kids

Take off with ten of the fastest planes in the world! Join them as they race through the sky on missions. From spying on enemies to protecting allies, readers in grades 4-8 will discover how these supersonic planes operate like birds of the highest...

In the late 1940s, the world watched as a small town in New Mexico was splashed across newspaper headlines. Reports of flying saucers crashing in the desert left people hungry for the truth. This graphic narrative presents first-hand eyewitness accounts and true military statements...

Did you know that the Ancient Greeks had their own take on science fiction? Their stories took place not in the future, but in a fantastical, faraway past, and they believed the events in these stories actually had taken place. Using archaeological research and...

In this account of a haunted house, a summoning gone awry leads to problems for Penelope, who is driven from her home by phantom parties, a dancing stove, and a wave of demonic forces that toss her around like a ragdoll. Looking for help,...

It's easy to say that Bigfoot and the Loch Ness Monster don't exist. But the question remains why sightings of these creatures still occur, year after year. This gripping volume, which includes chilling photographs and illustrations, takes curious readers into the mysterious world of...

Anyone interested in UFO phenomena will be captivated by this extensive account of the history of UFO sightings and what can happen once the existence of aliens on Earth is finally revealed, an event the authors feel is sure to happen very soon. Authors...

The mysterious lights of the aurora borealis are a thing of legend. Some people live where they can see this phenomenon nearly every night, while others of us can only imagine what it must be like to see these eerie and awe-inspiring lights dancing...

Thanks to the twenty-four-hour news cycle, today we can learn of big news developments in no time at all. But what about the smaller and stranger events that are often overlooked or ignored? This captivating volume offers readers the oddest stories ever to hit...

Explores the folklore and facts connected with vampires, zombies, and shape-shifters such as werewolves.Author: Rebecca StefoffISBN-10: 0761426353ISBN-13: 9780761426356Publisher: Cavendish Square PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/30/2008Pages: 96Format: Library BindingWeight: 0.82lbsSize: 9.27h x 7.25w x 0.47d

The siren's song was powerful, and it was impossible to fight against her powers. This book describes the Greek myth of the siren. She was a half-woman, half-bird creature who tempted sailors to their deaths with beautiful singing. Readers will learn about their creation,...

This investigative volume provides an introduction to reincarnation including different religions' beliefs, and people who claim to have been reincarnated. Readers will learn about using hypnosis to bring back memories of a past life.Author: Q. L. PearceISBN-10: 073774412XISBN-13: 9780737744125Publisher: Kidhaven PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/04/2009Pages: 48Format:...

From high in the mountains a creature blends into the snow-covered background. The yeti is huge, covered in white fur, and scares anyone who think they may have seen it. Readers will examine the origins, history, and role in modernity of the snow monster.Author:...

Author: R Borst,Dr Alexander S RexroadISBN-10: 9139153223ISBN-13: 9789139153221Publisher: 100,000 Whys about Earth and WeatherLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/30/2026Pages: 122Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.66lbsSize: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.26d

Author: Alexis SmithISBN-10: 0557966736ISBN-13: 9780557966738Publisher: Alexis SmithLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/09/2026Pages: 150Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.40lbsSize: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.32d

Whether you love it or are disgusted by it, slime is an essential part of life on Earth. From the snot in our noses to snail trails to a jellyfish's sublimely slimy body, nature simply cannot live without this glorious goo.Through this unique approach...

Author: Mary Mamontova,Carol YoungISBN-13: 9798234163615Publisher: Our Young ReadersLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/05/2026Pages: 32Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.24lbsSize: 10.00h x 8.00w x 0.08d

Author: Marcus WildfernISBN-13: 9798190099362Publisher: Independently PublishedLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/31/2026Pages: 76Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.25lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.16d

Author: D Wilson,Dr Brian V AlexanderISBN-10: 2950050182ISBN-13: 9782950050182Publisher: 100000 Whys for ToddlersLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/31/2026Pages: 82Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.47lbsSize: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.17d

Author: R Victory,Dr John C GiulianoISBN-10: 3707637301ISBN-13: 9783707637304Publisher: 100000 Whys for ToddlersLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/30/2026Pages: 74Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.43lbsSize: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.15d

Author: J Lovett,Dr Gary J WilliamsISBN-10: 8722591958ISBN-13: 9788722591952Publisher: Growing Minds Love Asking WhyLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/01/2026Pages: 82Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.47lbsSize: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.17d

Author: C Hogan,Dr Paul a TaberISBN-10: 4297120240ISBN-13: 9784297120245Publisher: Because Curiosity Is CuteLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/01/2026Pages: 82Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.47lbsSize: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.17d

Check out the coolest, creepiest, and weirdest bugs on Earth! Packed with 300 bite-sized facts about bugs and insects, this addition to the extremely popular Weird But True! series from National Geographic Kids is truly a marvel of nature. People are buzzing about the...

Stump your friends and family with this interactive entry in the blockbuster Weird But True series from National Geographic Kids! Packed with fun photos and fascinating trivia, this Q&A book asks you to decide what's weird, but true ... and what's a far-out fib....

Every great discovery begins with one simple question: "Why?"What makes the sky blue? Why do stars shine? How do volcanoes erupt? Why do animals behave the way they do? And what makes the human body so incredible?100,000 Whys Book for Kids is an exciting...

Toddler Curiosity Solved: 100000 Whys for ToddlersThe Ultimate First Picture Book of Answers (Ages 2-5)Every day, toddlers ask endless questions. Why is the sky blue? Why do birds fly? Why do we sleep? Their natural curiosity is one of the best ways they learn...

The Big Book of Everything: 100,000 Whys for Kids - Endless Answers to All Your Favorite QuestionsWhy is the sky blue? How do airplanes fly? Why do cats purr? What makes volcanoes erupt? Children are naturally curious, and every question opens the door to...

The Infinite Book of Questions: 100,000 Whys for Kids - Journey Through the Wonders of EverythingCuriosity has no limits, and every question can lead to an incredible discovery. Why do stars shine? How do animals communicate? Why do seasons change? What secrets are hidden...

100,000 Whys for Kids: Incredible Answers to How and Why Things WorkWhy do airplanes fly? How do plants grow? What makes rainbows appear? Why do magnets attract? Every day is full of amazing questions-and this book is here to help curious kids discover the...

100,000 Whys for Toddlers: My First Encyclopedia of Big Questions and Simple Answers for Ages 2-5Curious little minds ask endless questions-and this delightful encyclopedia is here to help! 100,000 Whys for Toddlers introduces young children to the wonders of the world through simple, age-appropriate...

Did you know a single bat can gobble up thousands of mosquitoes in one night? Or that the world's heaviest pumpkin weighs more than a car? Spooktacular Facts! is the ultimate Halloween fact book for curious kids - 120 amazing, fact-checked facts spread across...

What if the most annoying creatures in your life... were actually the most fascinating?In Do You Want Flies With That?, bestselling independent author Steven Doornbos delivers a laugh-out-loud journey into the hidden world of insects, biology, ecosystems, and nature's strangest survival strategies. Blending humor...

There is ongoing controversy about whether or not Bigfoot is real. Many people have reported sightings of this legendary beast, but little physical evidence of Bigfoot actually exists. This engaging exploration provides historical information, photographs, and factual research to show readers why this is...

Get ready for even more zany weird-but-true fun with 1,000 all-new wacky facts, photos, and too-strange-to-believe stories in the newest book in the wildly popular series. It's the ultimate in weird-but-true awesomeness! National Geographic has packed 1,000 more ALL-NEW wild and wacky facts and...

History is interesting and so is geography. This is an edition of modern history where your kids will be familiarized with all the continents in the world. Surprise your children with the wonders of the earth and show them everything there is to see...

Time, velocity, speed and all kinds of energy will be discussed in this educational book for kids. Dedicated to the world of physics, this book will give your kids good insights about all the possibilities that science can offer including time travel. Get your...

What do you think a tidepool might be? Some tidepools only exist at low tide. In what locations do you think tidepools are found Tidepools are usually found at the seashore. The seashore, foreshore or intertidal zone is the place that is above water...

The field of medicine is fascinating. But some medical conditions, treatments, and experiments are almost unbelievable! Did you know workers test medications and medical equipment for bacteria by using a chemical from horseshoe crab blood? Have you ever heard of freezing people's bodies in...

The natural world can be a beautiful and awesome place. But sometimes things happen naturally that are quite peculiar. Have you heard of Blood Falls in Antarctica? Ice cold water flows bright red out of a glacier. Did you know that Death Valley National...

The Abominable Snowman, Bigfoot, the Wildman of China - there have always been tales of sightings of ape-like creatures in mountainous, out-of-the-way places. This volume explores the possible connections between prehistoric man and these elusive creatures of the wild.Author: Kathryn WalkerISBN-10: 0778741567ISBN-13: 9780778741565Publisher: Crabtree...

Compelling first-hand accounts and chilling photographs take the reader on an exciting ride through the mysterious! Easy-to-read text and revealing pictures bring to life the strange stories of yetis, aliens, the Loch Ness monster, and other unsolved mysteries. Come inside Unsolved and read about...

The natural world is home to some of the world's greatest mysteries. Readers will be puzzled by such strange examples as insect-eating plants, blood-drinking animals, animals that swarm, living fossils, electrifying fish, and dung-eating insects.Author: Helen MasonISBN-10: 0778711315ISBN-13: 9780778711315Publisher: Crabtree ClassicsLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/30/2013Pages: 32Format:...

The planet Earth is a very special place. Earth Mysteries Revealed explains how our planet is put together and answers the questions to mysteries such as: why is the only life we know of found on Earth; how did this warm and wet planet...

Author: RiddlelandISBN-10: 1957515775ISBN-13: 9781957515779Publisher: Bcbm HoldingsLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/26/2022Pages: 146Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.45lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.31d

Your backyard is busier than you think!Beneath fallen leaves, inside tiny tunnels, among flowers, and under damp logs, amazing creatures are hard at work. Some carry pollen from flower to flower. Others protect plants, recycle dead leaves, spread seeds, hunt pests, and keep backyard...

Dive into a bright and busy underwater world where every sea creature has an important job to do! The Secret Jobs of Ocean Creatures for Toddlers is a colorful first encyclopedia created especially for children ages 2-5. Through short, simple sentences and cheerful illustrations,...

Step into a backyard full of hidden heroes!The Secret Jobs of Backyard Creatures for Kids takes young readers on a colourful journey into the busy world of bees, butterflies, ladybugs, spiders, ants, frogs, birds, bats, earthworms, beetles, and many more fascinating creatures.Through fun stories,...

100,000 Whys for Kids: The Ultimate Encyclopedia of Science, Nature, and Space QuestionsWhy is the sky blue? How do volcanoes erupt? What makes stars shine? Why do animals behave the way they do? Every curious child has endless questions-and this book is designed to...

Magical Key - Astrology is a fun, simple, and unique way to understand yourself and others, using the magical key of astrology to unlock greater awareness, kindness, and compassion. The four-part, easy-to-read and understand series is designed to delight children of all ages. Part...

WALL STREET JOURNAL BESTSELLER - Fuel your child's curiosity with this newly updated, photo-filled book that answers all the wonderfully weird "why" questions kids love to ask! Why do baby teeth fall out? Why do squirrels bury acorns? Why do worms come out when...

100,000 Amazing Questions for Curious Kids is an exciting educational question book designed to spark curiosity, encourage learning, and inspire young minds to explore the world around them. Packed with fascinating questions across a wide range of topics, this book turns learning into a...