Curiosities & Wonders - Kids

Long before airplanes were invented, the pioneers of the Old West told tales of strange "visitors from the sky." They saw gooey alien blobs fall to Earth, witnessed strange monsters fly through the air, and even dug up a mummy from Mars Unearthed from...

Wings, claws, scales What images come to mind when you think of a dragon? These amazing creatures have played important roles in many cultures for thousands of years. Some are ferocious and filled with fire. Others are kind and linked to royalty. Readers will...

Honey is a sweet treat But where does it come from? Flowers open. A bee flies to the flowers. The bee drinks nectar. The bees fly home. Discover what happens next in the process of making of honey.Author: Robin NelsonISBN-10: 1728414385ISBN-13: 9781728414386Publisher: Lerner Publications...

Tales of a mythical underwater creature have haunted Scotland's Loch Ness for ages. Is the Loch Ness Monster real? Readers will discover the spine-tingling truth behind one of the world's most famous monsters.Author: Candice RansomISBN-10: 1541596927ISBN-13: 9781541596924Publisher: Lerner Publications (Tm)Language: EnglishPublished: 08/01/2020Pages: 24Format: Library...

Introduces readers to narwhals, with an emphasis on the animal's habitat, adaptations, and life cycle. Vivid photographs and easy-to-read text aid comprehension for young readers. Features include a table of contents, an infographic, fun facts, Making Connections questions, a glossary, and an index. QR...

With this series, you will be able to impress your friends with extreme facts on all things science. Discover mind-blowing statistics and hair-raising truths that will leave your friends and family gob-smackedAuthor: Robin TwiddyISBN-10: 1912502844ISBN-13: 9781912502844Publisher: Secret Book CompanyLanguage: EnglishPublished: 05/01/2020Pages: 24Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.60lbsSize:...

Think fast with A.J. and Andrea from My Weird School! Did you know that the biggest chocolate bar weighed over 12,000 pounds? Did you know that you can stop yourself from crying while chopping onions by holding a slice of bread in your mouth?Learn...

Think fast with A.J. and Andrea from My Weird School!Did you know that the only sport that's been played on the moon is golf? Did you know that an NFL quarterback once threw a touchdown pass to himself?!Learn more weird-but-true sports facts with A.J....

Deep-sea exploration can begin at even the earliest age . . . Let's go deeper! What animals live in the deepest depths of the ocean? This book brings these rarely seen creatures--some that glow, some that hunt more than a mile below the surface,...

Which lost civilization built Angkor Wat, in Cambodia? What is found at the remains of Cahokia, the ancient Mississippian city? Follow along and gather evidence to answer questions about Earth's lost kingdoms, empires, and their leaders.Author: Heather C. HudakISBN-10: 1427151113ISBN-13: 9781427151117Publisher: Crabtree Publishing CompanyLanguage:...

Fakes are objects or stories that seem real, but are not. Hoaxes are tricks that deceive people into believing things that are not true. From giants and lake monsters to lost princesses, follow along and gather evidence to find out why fakes and hoaxes...

Where is the Bermuda Triangle and what happens to travelers who pass through the area? Where did the huge stone figures on Easter Island come from? Follow along and gather evidence to answer questions about Earth's most mysterious places.Author: Louise SpilsburyISBN-10: 1427151091ISBN-13: 9781427151094Publisher: Crabtree...

Unicorn Activity BookA fun-filled activity book for kids including mazes, dot to dot pages, color by number sheets, word search puzzles, coloring pages, spot the difference puzzles, and find the pair games. Featuring full page word games and puzzles of unicorn themed objects, scenarios,...

This title will introduce readers to Atlas moths. Readers will learn where these insects can be found, how they survive, and what makes them so incredible. Complete with great, up-close photographs. Aligned to Common Core standards & correlated to state standards.Author: Grace HansenISBN-10: 164494555XISBN-13:...

Beautiful collection of fairies for your child to colour. Little girls will have hours of fun coloring these cute fairies. Each printed on a separate page to prevent bleed through and the next picture being spoiled. Ideal for quiet time, relaxation or simply as...

This title gives readers a better look at camouflaging great horned owls. Readers will learn about where they can find great horned owls, what they look like, and how they use camouflage to survive. This title is at a Level 1 and is written...

Discover the amazing world of numbers and the real-world wonders they represent through creative, easy-to-understand infographics 318,979,564,000: That's the number of ways you can play the first four moves in a chess game. 500: That's the average number of beats per minute of a...

Based on the hit feature in National Geographic Kids magazine, Amazing Animals, we bring you three heartwarming tales of animals with incredible talents, including the stories of Norman the bike-riding dog and Eddie the otter who shoots hoops Written in fun and lively prose...

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...

For years, mysterious symbols and patterns have been appearing in many fields. What created them and what could they possibly mean? Are they the work of beings from another world or simply the works of dedicated hoaxers? Using the scientific method and available information,...

Do UFOs exist? Was there a cover up? Discover these questions and more High-interest topics, real stories, engaging design and astonishing photos are the building blocks of the XBooks, a new series of books designed to engage and motivate reluctant and enthusiastic readers alike....

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.Author: Grace...

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...

This title focuses on haunted houses 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...