Curiosities & Wonders - Kids

The true sweat-and-dirt tale of the feisty cowboy-child who became the most famous black rodeo performer who ever lived. Includes a note about the history of the black West and a bibliography.Author: Andrea Davis PinkneyISBN-10: 0152021035ISBN-13: 9780152021030Publisher: Clarion BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/04/1999Pages: 32Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.35lbsSize:...

Engaging photos offer a close-up look at how a tiny egg becomes the recognizable ladybug. Discover each step in the ladybug's lifecycle. Author: Lisa OwingsISBN-10: 1728428254ISBN-13: 9781728428253Publisher: Lerner Publications (Tm)Language: EnglishPublished: 08/01/2021Pages: 24Format: Library BindingWeight: 0.75lbsSize: 8.10h x 8.10w x 0.30dReview Citation(s): School Library...

Look carefully A dark shadow moves through the lapping lake water. It's the Loch Ness Monster This shy serpent hides away from humans and treats lake dwellers with kindness. Ever wondered about Nessie's diet and other habits? Does the lake monster have companions? Wonder...

Do reindeer really pull Santa's sleigh? And why do they always seem to be running somewhere? Learn their amazing story in Reindeer: On the Move , a photographic nonfiction leveled reader, perfect for kids interested in the natural world Did you know that reindeer...

RSVP and have a ball--a moth ball--while studying moths in your own backyard Kids are usually asleep when moths come out at night. But discovering the diverse moth population is simple--stay up late and set up a party for moths Nature centers and museums...

From cuddly pool floats to rainbow-colored toast toppings, unicorns--the darlings of Instagram--have never been more exciting or more popular. Are unicorns real? Their popularity and enduring role in human culture certainly is. How can you win a fight against a unicorn? Why do some...

History is full of unsolved crimes, mysterious disappearances, and strange sightings. Readers will discover some of the most well-known mysteries in history--including Amelia Earhart, Big Foot, and the Salem Witch Trials--in this fascinating nonfiction book. Featuring detailed images, intriguing facts, and informational text in...

Classic stories from Greek mythology come to life in this latest single-subject themed book in the Weird But True spin-off series, Know-It-All. Zeus, Hades, Aphrodite, Hera, Poseidon, Hercules, Achilles, Ares, Apollo, Athena, Artemis, Dionysus, Prometheus Fans of Rick Riordan will find this is the...

Inside this board book toddlers and young children will find out about the Qur'an's beautiful teachings: to care for all creation; to respect the books of God; to be good to one another; and to believe in Allah, the Creator. Stunning illustrations, full of...

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...

Spin the wheel, lift flaps, and push sliders in this colorful and shiny board book designed to introduce genetics to very young readers with simple text and bold artwork. For fans of Quantum Physics for Babies and other board books in the Baby University...

"A basic exploration of the appearance, behaviors, and origins of trolls, the gigantic creatures of Scandinavian legend known for their appetites. Also included is a story from folklore about a troll in disguise"--Author: Melissa GishISBN-10: 1682770427ISBN-13: 9781682770429Publisher: Creative PaperbacksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/11/2022Pages: 24Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.30lbsSize:...

"A basic exploration of the appearance, behaviors, and origins of fairies, the winged, magical creatures known for their tricks or helpfulness. Also included is a story from folklore about how fairies learn to fly"--Author: Melissa GishISBN-10: 1682770397ISBN-13: 9781682770399Publisher: Creative PaperbacksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/11/2022Pages: 24Format: PaperbackWeight:...

Plants might look harmless, but they can be killers. Some plants, like oleander, can stop a person's heart. Others destroy cells and cause organ failure. This narrative nonfiction series features some of the most interesting--and deadly--plants on the planet. Each book in this series...

Plants might look harmless, but they can be killers. Some plants, like oleander, can stop a person's heart. Others destroy cells and cause organ failure. This narrative nonfiction series features some of the most interesting--and deadly--plants on the planet. Each book in this series...

Would you rather... keep looking everywhere for the perfect activity book for your kids-and waste your precious time-OR spend only 90 seconds reading this? With over 10 years of experience, we at Mickey Creative Lab know how difficult it can be to entertain today's...

This title focuses on haunted towns 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...

Join A.J., the M tter Museum's junior guide, on a tour of the world's best-known medical museum. A.J. will take you on a fun and educational adventure through the M tter's amazing collection of unique medical specimens and objects. Accompanied by playful illustrations, this...

How does salt go from the sea to flavoring your food? Workers pump seawater into ponds. Salt crystals form as the water dries up. See what happens step by step in the process of making salt.Author: Lisa OwingsISBN-10: 1541597257ISBN-13: 9781541597259Publisher: Lerner Publications (Tm)Language: EnglishPublished:...

Equip the next generation of scientists with a brand new series from Chris Ferrie, the #1 science author for kids!Red Kangaroo has an upset tummy from eating too much junk food! Can she go back in time to fix her mistake? Dr. Chris says,...

Have you ever wondered what happens around the world in each and every second of the day? How many text messages are sent? How much ice cream is eaten? How many plastic bottles are recycled? This striking portrait of our world in numbers makes...

Where does milk come from? Cows eat grass. They make milk in their bodies. Next a farmer uses a machine to take milk from the cows. Then what happens? Follow the story of milk step by step.Author: Stacy Taus-BolstadISBN-10: 1541597281ISBN-13: 9781541597280Publisher: Lerner Publications (Tm)Language:...

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: 1427151059ISBN-13: 9781427151056Publisher: Crabtree Publishing CompanyLanguage:...

Look into the forest and listen carefully You see the chest and head of a man, but you hear the rhythmic gallop of hooves. It's a centaur, a strong and brave creature. Have you wondered where centaurs dwell and what they eat? How tall...

Learn about the history of unicorns in this photographic nonfiction leveled reader perfect for kids interested in the natural - and unnatural - world Did you know that the Siberian unicorn roamed the Earth during the last Ice Age? Or that technically any creature...

Travel back in time to the age of the pyramids with this interactive trivia book from Jeopardy! winner and New York Times bestselling author Ken Jennings. With this book about ancient Egypt, you'll become an expert and wow your friends and teachers with awesome...

The biggest, wackiest, wildest, and weirdest of all the world record facts are jam-packed into this informative and superexciting fact book. From the awesome to the weird to the downright gross, get ready to meet the world's record setters You'll find fantastic firsts, awesome...

The Hanging Gardens of Babylon. The Colossus of Rhodes. The Great Pyra-mid at Giza. For centuries these names have inspired wonder and mystery. They are but three of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Most of these masterpieces of human achievement have long...

This title focuses on haunted hotels 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 tree become a baseball bat? First, a tree is cut into logs. Then logs are cut and shaped. Next a machine carves them. Then the bat is sanded. Follow the process step by step.Author: Robin NelsonISBN-10: 1541597710ISBN-13: 9781541597716Publisher: Lerner Publications (Tm)Language:...

This volume is more than just another predictable, formulaic examination of a UFO sighting or alien encounter. Rather, the so-called Andreasson Affair is a case of such strangeness that even the most open-minded investigators were at first inclined to dismiss it. Yet it became...

Did you know that plants can get fevers, or that some turtles glow in the dark? It's all totally weird ... but true The world can be a pretty wacky place Kids will have a blast exploring just HOW wacky in the 8th book...

Looking to inspire your little one to travel and one day become globetrotters, then Globetrotting Kaiden Explores is a great series for you and your child! Globetrotting Kaiden Explores inspires and helps educate your child about different places in the world and prepare them...

New York Times bestseller, now in paperback! The Atlas Obscura Explorer's Guide for the World's Most Adventurous Kid is a thrilling expedition to 100 of the most surprising, mysterious, and weird-but-true places on earth. For curious kids, this is the chance to embark on...

The world is full of mind-blowing marvels and this book uncovers our planet's most peculiar phenomena, puzzles from the past, eye-opening inventions, astonishing animals, and so much more Did you know that caterpillars liquefy when they turn into butterflies? That humans shed eight pounds...

My Travel Alphabet is a vibrant ABC Book written to inspire the next generation of travelers. Filled with stunning illustrations and clever rhymes, this book is bound to spark curiosity and discussion about the spectacular world we live in. Magical as they may seem,...

People have long searched for the resting places of great leaders and tried to make sense of puzzling unidentified burial sites. From deadly tombs to treasure deep at sea, follow along and gather evidence to answer questions about lost tombs and treasure around the...

This colorful and engaging children's book highlights the message that our differences make us special. The simple, but important message is reinforced through fun illustrations and a witty poem to recite and repeat with your children.Author: Shanthy EdwardISBN-10: 0578667576ISBN-13: 9780578667577Publisher: Mundy Buddy PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished:...

It's time to bring Chris Ferrie's unique brand of learning to the next level of readers beyond Baby University with a new series--Everyday Science Academy! Peek into a microscope with Dr. Chris and learn we are all made of atoms!Looking through a microscope, Red...

Inspired by a True StoryNaseem is excited to discover his father's village in Morocco. Follow his journey as he meets family for the first time, tries their delicious food, and makes new friends. He also learns how lucky he is to now have two...

This book about the science of smells takes a funky subject and makes it fascinating --- and hilarious! It starts with the basics, from the reason why things stink to how our sense of smell works (hint: it has to do with the six...

Filled with more all-new, all-true facts comparing events, inventions and people that you would never believe existed at the same time in history, this second installment in the Ripley's Believe It or Not! series will warp your mind--again! We're comparing the world's most bizarre...

Stories of human encounters with large apelike creatures have fascinated humans for years. But do creatures known as bigfoots or yetis really exist? Take a look at the evidence and decide for yourselfAuthor: Mary ColsonISBN-10: 1543535739ISBN-13: 9781543535730Publisher: Capstone PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/01/2018Pages: 32Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.79lbsSize:...

If animals could speak (and text and post selfies, and review items on Amazon), what would they say? Find out in this hilarious collection of imagined digital encounters, based on real animal intel and facts.Get in on the conversation! In Critter Chat, every habitat...

Many believe ghosts can haunt any sort of location imaginable. Prisons and jails are where criminals are sent as punishment. See why some prisoners might be sentenced for life...and the afterlife!Author: Thomas Kingsley TroupeISBN-10: 1427155585ISBN-13: 9781427155580Publisher: Crabtree BranchesLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/01/2021Pages: 32Format: Library BindingWeight: 0.57lbsSize:...

Engaging photos offer a close-up look at how a tiny egg becomes the recognizable ladybug. Discover each step in the ladybug's lifecycle. Author: Lisa OwingsISBN-10: 1728431646ISBN-13: 9781728431642Publisher: Lerner Publications (Tm)Language: EnglishPublished: 08/01/2021Pages: 24Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.15lbsSize: 7.70h x 7.40w x 0.10d

What's that steady booming echoing through the mountains? It's the heavy footsteps of a troll. Humans should beware of these creatures' terrible, destructive powers. Have you ever wondered how trolls are born and grow up? What foods they prefer to feast on? What mischief...

Superheroes, record holders, and fascinating facts from the animal kingdom! Welcome to our animal Olympics!The animal world has almost infinite variety. Many of its creatures have strengths similar to superheroes. The world's fastest animals can move at the speed of a race car; one...

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...

How does a seed become a yummy ear of corn? A farmer plants seeds. The seeds change into plants. Plants grow. Soon cobs grow on the plants. Learn about the life cycle of corn step by step. Author: Robin NelsonISBN-10: 1541597745ISBN-13: 9781541597747Publisher: Lerner Publications...