Curiosities & Wonders - Kids

ABOUT THE BOOK: Learning about boundaries helps children grow into confident, kind, and respectful individuals. In this gentle and engaging book, children learn about personal space, asking permission, saying "no" politely, listening when someone says "stop," and speaking up when something does not feel...

When is a dot "not just a blot on a page"? In Jane Yolen's characteristically imaginative, free-verse explanation, the humble dot can take on many functions, from a spot of food to an animal's eye, from a marble to a moon. As Yolen extolls...

Step into the world of a 1980s Kerala childhood, where every day was an adventure waiting to unfold. From muddy floods and banana rafts to chalk-dusted classrooms and nib-pencil experiments, this collection of stories captures the magic of simpler times. Relive the thrill of...

Discover the unsolved mystery of Bigfoot in this beautifully illustrated book for kids, accessible for all readers!Bigfoot is a large, hairy, ape-like creature said to live in the forests of North America. Many people claim they have seen Bigfoot. Some of them have even...

Did you know vultures pee all over their legs to beat the heat? It's just one of MANY disgusting things going on in the animal kingdom. Kids can get the full scoop on stinky, grimy beasts of land and sky through browsable facts, lists,...

Did you know leaf beetle larvae use their poop as a shield? It's just one of MANY disgusting things about the world of insects. Kids can get the full scoop on icky, squishy creepy-crawlies through browsable facts, lists, infographics, and quizzes. Perfect for drawing...

Dear Young Explorer, Welcome to Interesting Facts for Smart Kids. Get ready to embark on an incredible journey of discovery and adventure. Each page is packed with fascinating facts and captivating stories that will spark your imagination and curiosity. I've included lots of pictures...

Create incredible inventions in this split-page book where YOU are the inventor! From pedal-powered rocket ships to wind-powered toilets, there are over 450 unique possibilities. If you could invent anything, what would it be? This book makes the reader the inventor, and with over...

Turn reading time into a teaching tool showcasing the inspiring life lessons we can learn from the animal kingdom! This 54 page children's picture book geared towards ages 2-6 contains wisdom and inspiration from the creatures we share this planet with and is an...

You can see the world in a few minutes if you read this geography book for kids. This book highlights the landmarks that are known worldwide. You can still see these landmarks today as they have been made to withstand the tests of time....

When you look up what do you see? Blue skies, clouds and of course the Sun! Without the Sun, there would be no Earth - not an Earth that you and I could live on. Just a frozen globe with no life at all!...

Climb Aboard! Explore how the moon was formed! Learn about eclipses, the moon's atmosphere, and the effects of its gravitational pull on Earth! Meet key Russian and American astronauts and their contributions to lunar exploration! See an infographic showing the moon's phases! Did You...

Climb Aboard! Explore the beginning of the universe, the big bang theory, galaxies, and black holes! Learn about key astronomers and their contributions to space exploration! Examine the Hubble Space Telescope and the Large Hadron Collider! See an infographic showing a timeline of the...

The Great Fact Adventure: Explore, Imagine, Learn1,000 Fascinating Facts for Smart Kids is a vibrant and intellectually stimulating journey designed to captivate the young and inquisitive mind. This comprehensive tome serves as a beacon of knowledge, illuminating the path to a deeper understanding of...

Take a look at the world's weirdest nature stories--from fire rainbows to ghost trees. These stories are too strange to be made up! Written with a high interest level to appeal to a more mature audience and a lower level of complexity with clear...

This book in the Urban Legends: Don't Read Alone! series explores the creepy history of the Green Man legend. 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...

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

Take a look at the world's stupidest criminals--from the banana gunman to the market bandits. These stories are too strange to be made up! Written with a high interest level to appeal to a more mature audience and a lower level of complexity with...

Take a look at the world's weirdest inventions--from the Goofybike to fart filters. These stories are too strange to be made up! Written with a high interest level to appeal to a more mature audience and a lower level of complexity with clear visuals...

Take a look at the world's weirdest sports--from worm charming to yak skiing. These stories are too strange to be made up! Written with a high interest level to appeal to a more mature audience and a lower level of complexity with clear visuals...

Scavenger Hunt guides students as they conceive and set up their own scavenger hunt for their friends and community. The considerate text includes easy-to-follow lists and will hold the readers' interest, allowing for successful mastery and comprehension. Written with a high interest level to...

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

Young children are naturally curious about animals. Tell Me Why Camels Have Humps offers answers to their most compelling questions about this desert-dwelling animal that stores fat in their humps. Age-appropriate explanations and appealing photos encourage readers to continue their quest for knowledge. Additional...

An investigative approach to the curious phenomena and mysterious circumstances surrounding Atlantis, from historical accounts to popular mythic qualities to hard facts.Author: Ken KarstISBN-10: 1628320710ISBN-13: 9781628320718Publisher: Creative PaperbacksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/15/2014Pages: 48Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.50lbsSize: 10.00h x 8.40w x 0.40dAccelerated Reader:Reading Level: 8.4Point Value: 1Interest Level:...

Blending real-life history and evidence with age-old myths, this book invites young readers to think critically about werewolf legends and how they influence society. Text describes the characteristics of werewolves, highlights historical accounts around the world, and offers examples from books, television, and film....

Blending real-life history and evidence with age-old myths, this book invites young readers to think critically about mummy legends and how they influence society. Text describes the characteristics of mummies, highlights historical accounts around the world, and offers examples from books, television, and film....

Amidst the labyrinthine collection of books where readers and researchers can lose themselves for hours, today's libraries have more than just printed media to offer. Patrons can check out movies, music, and video games, they can access digital resources, and they can attend classes,...

Learn how to create beautiful fairy retreats with these fun activities.Author: Dana Meachen RauISBN-10: 1610804767ISBN-13: 9781610804769Publisher: Cherry Lake PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/01/2012Pages: 32Format: Library BindingWeight: 0.55lbsSize: 9.50h x 7.50w x 0.30d

You are surrounded by miles of ocean as far as the eye can see. The hot sun beats down on you, depleting your already limited stores of energy. You have no supplies to help you survive, and you are all alone! In this alarming...

What is it that makes railroads such eerie places? It could be the spine-chilling metallic screech of the wheels grinding against the steel tracks. Or perhaps the rushing wind that threatens to pull you under as the railcars hurtle past. In this nerve-racking book,...

Plants might look harmless, but they can be killers. Some peppers are so spicy they can send a person to the hospital. Other plants can burst into flames or contain sap that burns the skin when exposed to light. This narrative nonfiction series features...

Junior Library Guild Selection Plants might look harmless, but they can be killers. Some plants have huge thorns filled with stinging insects. Others can poke a person's skin with tiny poison daggers. This narrative nonfiction series features some of the most interesting--and dangerous--plants on...

Books in the Magic, Myth, and Mystery series explore those spooky creatures that go bump in the night, fill our dreams (or nightmares!), and make us afraid of the dark. Written with a high interest level to appeal to a more mature audience and...

Books in the Magic, Myth, and Mystery series explore those spooky creatures that go bump in the night, fill our dreams (or nightmares!), and make us afraid of the dark. Written with a high interest level to appeal to a more mature audience and...

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

This book in the Urban Legends: Don't Read Alone! series explores the creepy history of the Roanoke Colony. 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...

Highlights fascinating facts about dogs, from their domestication to their role as beloved pets today. Learn about the Saint Bernard who saved the lives of more than 40 people, dogs that yodel instead of bark, the Japanese dog that spent nine years waiting for...

Throughout history, the human imagination has inspired the creation of fantastical creatures and sinister monsters. Perhaps one of the most well known is the vampire, a bloodsucking human cursed to forever prey on victims in the night. Vampires have lived in legends and stories...

Did you know that trolls use their ugly appearance to scare humans? Some trolls can have more than 12 heads. Learn more about these mythical creatures in Trolls, part of the Legends and Fairy Tales series Legends and Fairy Tales is a series of...

Did you know that fairies are also known as Little Folk? In some legends, they have a king or a queen and live in a place called Fairyland. Learn more about these mythical creatures in Fairies, part of the Legends and Fairy Tales series....

With little physical evidence, but many sightings, there is ongoing controversy about whether or not Bigfoot exists. This exploration provides historical information, photographs, and factual research to show readers why this is a hotly debated--and endlessly intriguing--topic. The fun monster mystery encourages critical thinking...

Some people affectionately call her Nessie. Others call her a hoax. The provided historical information, eyewitness tales, and details about studies and their findings make this an in-depth survey of one of the most sought after creatures on the planet--the Loch Ness Monster.Author: Jennifer...

In The Superheroes' Guide to Dominating Their Universe, Kid Universe (Kid Uni for short) takes young minds on a transformative quest -- a journey in which readers are encouraged to explore and master their uniqueness. With Kid Uni leading the way, young superheroes-in-training gain...

From card tricks to reading minds, the art of magic lies in the magician's or illusionist's ability to deceive the audience. Read about the mysteries that lie behind some of the most spectacular magic tricks and illusions ever performed, including slight of hand, escapology,...

How does something enormous suddenly disappear? Readers will be amazed by how frequently large ships are lost without a trace. But sometimes it is just the crew that has disappeared. Get the facts on the Bermuda Triangle, the Mary Celeste, the Flying Dutchman, the...

Discover fascinating facts and figures about the longest things in the world! From the longest bridge to the longest dinosaur, find out what makes it into the top ten from end to end.Author: Ben HubbardISBN-10: 0778774899ISBN-13: 9780778774891Publisher: Crabtree ClassicsLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/15/2010Pages: 32Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.57lbsSize:...

Do you think you would have enjoyed living in ancient Greece? Daily life was ruled over by the gods - and they could be a mean bunch! This book is full of fascinating facts about Greek daily life, religion, philosophy, and warfare.Author: Shalini VallepurISBN-10:...

From Michelangelo's paintings to climbing the world's highest mountains and breaking the sound barrier, this book offers a glimpse of the greatest achievements made by humans in history. Bite-sized bits of information combine with relevant images to make it easy to access useful facts...

This high-interest title explores the history and lore behind battlefields around the world that are reported to be haunted. Readers will evaluate the eyewitness accounts and historical records of ghostly soldiers and other figures that haunt the sites of war and destruction. A narrative...

This high-interest title explores the history and lore behind towns and villages around the world that are reported to be haunted. Narrative stories of haunted houses, disaster sites, and spooky streets are told in this engaging book. Readers will examine eyewitness accounts and historical...