Curiosities & Wonders - Kids

From cheese rolling races to baby crying competitions, get ready for an adventure through the most amazing contests the world has ever seen. The perfect book for children and grandchildren who love Guinness World Records! Throughout history humans have been challenging themselves against each...

The next in the best-selling Weird But True line features National Geographic Kids' two best topics--Weird But True and animals--together in an irresistable combination Get ready to ooh, ahh, and awww with wacky stats, tidbits, and trivia about the many ways animals can be...

Think you know all about the yeti? Think again! This snowy cryptid has a secret life that may surprise you. How long have yetis been around? Are they really so abominable? Uncover these exciting facts and more through entertaining photos and easy-to-read text that...

Think fast with A.J. and Andrea from My Weird School! Did you know that the planet Jupiter has at least fifty moons? Did you know that Albert Einstein's brain was stolen after he died?!Learn more weird-but-true science facts with A.J. and Andrea from Dan...

Think you know all about the Loch Ness Monster? Think again! This underwater cryptid has a secret life that may surprise you. Does Nessie have family swimming nearby? Is the creature in the lake a long-lost dinosaur, giant eel, or something else? Uncover these...

Just like the moon moves the tides, the moon's energy in its different phases can impact how we feel. This book is meant to be a guide for kids, and maybe even adults, to better understand emotions and how they change, phase to phase....

Think you know all about the kraken? Think again! This tentacled cryptid has a secret life that may surprise you. Where do krakens call home? Do the big underwater beasts really use barf as bait? Uncover these exciting facts and more through entertaining photos...

A gorgeously illustrated journey along one of Britain's most well-known rivers. The Thames sustains a staggering number of birds, mammals and other creatures. Learn about them in-depth as you progress from the source of the river to its estuary. A gift that any young...

Why would the ghosts of two crewmen who died in a 1972 air crash in the Everglades appear to other aircrafts flying the same route? This book tells the stories of the people who believe they have met these ghosts of the airways!Author: Kathryn...

Think you know all about Mothman? Think again! This winged cryptid has a secret life that may surprise you. How fast can Mothman fly? Does the shadowy creature bring bad luck? Uncover these exciting facts and more through entertaining photos and easy-to-read text that...

"I Can Be" empowers kids to dream big. This inspiring positive affirmations book reminds children of all the things they can do and what they can one day offer the world. Have you ever dreamed of becoming a Pilot, a doctor, a lawyer or...

Think you know all about Bigfoot? Think again! This apelike cryptid has a secret life that may surprise you. Where does Bigfoot sleep? Does the furry beast have a massive stink? Uncover these exciting facts and more through entertaining photos and easy-to-read text that...

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...

Have you ever wondered... Why a day has 24 hours? Why is there a hole in the doughnut? Why do we light candles on a birthday cake?Like many people, you've probably asked some of these questions when you were younger or maybe recently. Well,...

Think you know all about the yeti? Think again! This snowy cryptid has a secret life that may surprise you. How long have yetis been around? Are they really so abominable? Uncover these exciting facts and more through entertaining photos and easy-to-read text that...

This witty, quirky, colourfully illustrated and fact-filled book features some of the most terrifying and shocking animals on the planet! The third title in the series from the hilarious Philip Bunting is filled with facts about some of the scariest creatures in the natural...

Think you know all about the Loch Ness Monster? Think again! This underwater cryptid has a secret life that may surprise you. Does Nessie have family swimming nearby? Is the creature in the lake a long-lost dinosaur, giant eel, or something else? Uncover these...

Following in the footsteps of The Old Farmer's Almanac--that timely yellow book focused on delivering wit and wisdom with a side of fun--The Old Farmer's Almanac for Kids is filled with amazing animals, puzzles to ponder, cool comics, grand adventures, and awesome activities.All-new volume...

Think you know all about the kraken? Think again! This tentacled cryptid has a secret life that may surprise you. Where do krakens call home? Do the big underwater beasts really use barf as bait? Uncover these exciting facts and more through entertaining photos...

Weird But True is going prehistoric This new addition to the wildly popular, mind-blowing, fact-packed series is taking on the jaws and claws that ruled the Mesozoic world. Calling all dino dynamos Get ready to devour wacky wonders, facts, stats, and trivia about all...

What can we learn from our incredible little monarch butterfly? The butterfly's migration from Canada to Mexico is long and time consuming-we can compare the journey to our life. Not only that, in Ojibwe culture the butterfly has a spirit-Memengwaa. Cast your thoughts to...

Think you know all about the chupacabra? Think again! This doglike cryptid has a secret life that may surprise you. What are chupacabras' favorite snack? Do the hairless beasts like snuggling with stuffed animals? Uncover these exciting facts and more through entertaining photos and...

A world of 400 facts, all connected in surprising and hilarious ways! Choose your own path through this ingenious web of astounding information.Did you know that bacteria from between people's toes has been used to make cheese? Or that the world's most expensive cheese...

Think you know all about Mothman? Think again! This winged cryptid has a secret life that may surprise you. How fast can Mothman fly? Does the shadowy creature bring bad luck? Uncover these exciting facts and more through entertaining photos and easy-to-read text that...

Your mind is your most powerful tool! Onkaar and Avneet want to help you to: Understand yourself Discover how you think Build a growth mindset Learn to be unstoppable! You will learn how to build a growth mindset and how to achieve every goal...

Life after loss can feel devastating and very confusing. Gardening became a place of refuge and hope for me in the year that followed the loss of my sister. In the pages of "The Garden and I" you'll see how I noticed the natural...

Think you know all about Bigfoot? Think again! This apelike cryptid has a secret life that may surprise you. Where does Bigfoot sleep? Does the furry beast have a massive stink? Uncover these exciting facts and more through entertaining photos and easy-to-read text that...

How did Earth form? Where did all the water come from? How did Earth's plates begin to shift? When it comes to our planet, there are a whole lot of questions we're still trying to answer. Get ready to explore the unknown and discover...

Crazy-but-true stories about history, geography, and human achievement make this acclaimed nonfiction series perfect for fans of curiosities and wonders. A fun way for middle graders to explore ways to separate fact from fiction. Did you know that a young girl once saved an...

Can you detect a hoax from the real deal? See right through photo trickery? Spot the phony logic in a story in seconds? Put your sleuthing skills to work in this fun book See if you can find the truth behind bizarre stories, faulty...

How did Earth form? Where did all the water come from? How did Earth's plates begin to shift? When it comes to our planet, there are a whole lot of questions we're still trying to answer. Get ready to explore the unknown and discover...

A story of a little girl and her grandmother who engage in an insightful discussion of the beauty of old people and old thiings. It talks about the natural process of aging with gray hair and wrinkled skin. They talk about beautfiul things and...

As the 13 colonies grew, they prospered with new industries and trade. However, some of these trades, like tanning animal hides, were unpleasant. From slaves and indentured servants to "mad hatters" and risk-taking whalers, jobs in the colonies could be downright horrible. Readers will...

The What Do We Know About? series explores the mysterious, the unknown, and the unexplained. Is there really a mysterious, blood-sucking creature called the Chupcabra? Early one morning in 1995, a rancher in Humacao, Puerto Rico, found three of his goats dead. The blood...

This volume is perfect for the armchair UFO enthusiast and budding scientist. This compilation of stories from leading scientists and UFO experts will pique any young person's interest in the possibility that UFOs really exist. Included are accounts from the world's leading experts on...

The What Do We Know About? series explores the mysterious, the unknown, and the unexplained. Is there really a mysterious, blood-sucking creature called the Chupcabra? Early one morning in 1995, a rancher in Humacao, Puerto Rico, found three of his goats dead. The blood...

Readers uncover evidence and create their own opinions about mythical places such as Atlantis and Lemuria. They discover who built the pyramids and for what purpose. They also learn how advanced the technology of ancient cultures was. Leading experts and authors examine the Egyptian...

Introduce children to the natural world with this fresh, bold, and bright nonfiction picture book!The perfect book for parents, teachers, and gift givers looking for: a book for kids about the changing seasons a fun book about weather for Kindergarten, first, second, or third...

Readers will learn about the supernatural world of ghosts--deciding if the noise in the dead of night is the house settling, or something more. They will discover the realm that ghosts may haunt and learn about the people who search for ghosts for a...

BUGS THAT LOVE! The Amazing Western Conifer Seed Bug (& Shield Bugs Too!) is a wonderful & special book for middle grade readers, 8 to 12 years old and everyone who is young at heart, still exploring and learning! It educates both children and...

Time to get this beautiful Beach Scenes Relaxing Coloring Book It's a collection of different beach sceneries perfect for the summer or any beach lovers any time of the year.A total of 39 Lovely Coloring Images - massive value They are large print illustrations...

A NEW YORK TIMES/NEW YORK PUBLIC LIBRARY BEST ILLUSTRATED CHILDREN'S BOOK - A stunning picture book for young nature lovers about starlings and the fascinating phenomenon of murmurations. Illustrated by the award-winning artist Marc Martin, this book about the natural world vividly explores how...

A watercolor picture book intended to help guide our children to answer the difficult question of what the afterlife might entail. While there are many beliefs of what could be, in the end, nobody really knows. I wanted a book to help my daughter...

In this edition for young readers adapted from the bestselling work written and illustrated by David Allen Sibley, readers will find a unique treasure trove of fascinating facts about birds, paired with more than 300 full-color illustrations--some life-size! The extraordinary world of birds is...

A NEW YORK TIMES/NEW YORK PUBLIC LIBRARY BEST ILLUSTRATED CHILDREN'S BOOK - A stunning picture book for young nature lovers about starlings and the fascinating phenomenon of murmurations. Illustrated by the award-winning artist Marc Martin, this book about the natural world vividly explores how...

An enthralling and hilarious journey through global history in 400 connected facts!In this blast-from-the-past adventure you'll discover hundreds of the most mind-blowing facts from history. Hidden tombs, ghostly ships, boiled vipers, samurai warriors, snow machines, pet lions, hidden pyramids, secret codes, flaming fireballs, wooden...

Use this magical oracle to discuss your children's fears with them in a playful, imaginative way. My First Oracle consists of 42 magical cards and a guidebook to help you child get to know themselves better and find answers. These cards will help them...

What can we learn from our incredible little monarch butterfly? The butterfly's migration from Canada to Mexico is long and time consuming-we can compare the journey to our life. Not only that, in Ojibwe culture the butterfly has a spirit-Memengwaa. Cast your thoughts to...

A basic exploration of the appearance, behaviors, and origins of hippogriffs, the part-horse, part-eagle mythological creatures known for their flying. Also included is a story from folklore about how a hippogriff helped save a prince.Author: Melissa GishISBN-10: 1640264906ISBN-13: 9781640264908Publisher: Creative EducationLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/15/2022Pages: 24Format:...

Hola! My name is Luis, and I live in an art museum in a town called Tarapoto, Peru with my mother and sister, María. The museum is on the bottom floor, and we live above it on the second floor. The museum is called...