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"Some of Earth's strangest-and creepiest-wonders lie deep below the surface. There's Lake Natron, a Tanzanian lake so briny that its waters can mummify any creature that touches its surface; Lake Maracaibo, a Venezuelan tidal bay where a constantly brewing storm sends an average of 28 lightning bolts per second into the water; and at the bottom of Lake Superior, the crew of the USS Kamloops-which mysteriously disappeared in 1921-remains somehow almost...
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"Nestled in the lush green hills of the Scotland Highlands lies Loch Ness, a deep, murky lake with a storied history. It is also the home of the Loch Ness Monster. Numerous stories and photographs by people claiming to have spotted the mysterious monster have surfaced, often gaining immediate fame. But after decades of countless expeditions, documentaries, firsthand accounts, pictures, and videos, the mystery of Nessie continues to haunt us. Now,...
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"With Stuff Kids Should Know, an incomplete compendium of only the most interesting topics, you will find fascinating stories and facts that will melt your mind! From demolition derbies to Mr. Potato Head to the history of facial hair, this book is full of funny, surprising information that sparks curiosity and reveals the magic of knowledge. For Josh Clark and Chuck Bryant, the founders of the massively popular podcast Stuff You Should Know, the...
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"Get ready to be grossed out--in a good way! This latest addition to the crazy popular Weird but True series is slimy and sticky and jam-packed with more icky, zany fun! Step up to the plate and try not to lose your lunch, with 300 all-new, amazing facts plus photos that kids just can't get enough of"-- Provided by publisher.
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"Have you ever struggled to concentrate because there are SO many questions buzzing around your brain? Here are answers to seventy-one of the most bamboozling questions and curious queries that you can think of. This book will define, debunk, and demystify the trickiest of questions and open your eyes to amazing facts you have never even thought of!"-- Provided by publisher.
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"An engaging exploration of the world in infographics, packed with dynamic illustrated spreads and guided by a relatable, school-aged narrator. This content-rich book invites readers to see themselves in its pages, and to learn about other kids and cultures around the world, all while stepping back and seeing the big picture"-- Provided by publisher.
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"Tips on how to survive the bizarre-an alien abduction, vampires, and zombies, and how to pack for time travel . . . Humor-filled . . . Enjoyable." -School Library Journal
The authors of the best-selling Worst-Case Scenario series are back with a hilarious (and helpful!) handbook that's a blast through space, time, history, and the imagination. Adventurous kids can find out how to survive a Mars landing, fight a werewolf, deal with a Bigfoot...
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Get ready to squirm and squeal over the craziest facts you've ever heard!
Have you ever wondered:
How many pounds of insect parts the average person eats each year?
Which specialty coffee is made from poop?
How someone turned farting into a job?
No? Then don’t open this book.
The world around you is pretty wonderful, but also extremely weird. For very odd facts about the human body, look...
Have you ever wondered:
How many pounds of insect parts the average person eats each year?
Which specialty coffee is made from poop?
How someone turned farting into a job?
No? Then don’t open this book.
The world around you is pretty wonderful, but also extremely weird. For very odd facts about the human body, look...
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Loads of quirky, cool, and astonishing facts about some of the grossest stuff on Earth. Did you know that rats are ticklish? Or that one-fourth of the bones in your body are in your feet? Or that President Thomas Jefferson introduced french fries to the United States? From creepy crawlies to ancient inventions, pumpkin-boat racing to the smallest bone in your body, our Weird-but-True Facts series offers all kinds of weird facts that are amazing, unexpected,...
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"Now in paperback, the New York Times-bestselling Atlas Obscura Explorer's Guide for the World's Most Adventurous Kid, the book praised by the New York Times Book Review: "A thrillingly imaginative expedition to 100 weird-but-true places on earth." The Washington Post: "Hey kids: Geography can be fun! At least when it involves an illustrated guide to 100 magical destinations. . . . Just don't blame us if next year the little ones ask for a round-trip...
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The Big Book of Useless Knowledge features sound design and special effects to enhance your listening enjoyment. Immerse yourself in the sounds of city streets and the prehistoric sounds of dinosaurs. An encyclopedia of mind-bogglingly random facts that will lodge in your brain and refuse to leave. Heard about the lizard that shoots blood from its eyes? Or the ancient Romans who used pee as mouthwash? Did you know that going on a roller coaster can...
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Everything has its weird side-- even sports! Add wacky stats, facts, and stories to your arsenal of spots trivia with this new addition to the very popular Weird but True series! With the Olympics on the way, discover tons more zany fun, focused totally on the subject of sports!
19) Disgusting jobs
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"Clock in and hold your nose! In this title, readers will get a close-up look at all sorts of disgusting jobs through vivid images, infographics, sidebars, and more." -- Amazon.com
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