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English
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The perfect encyclopedia for any information-hungry kid who wants to boost their general knowledge, this pocket-sized book is packed full of facts. From earthquakes to Marco Polo, magnets to how the brain works, this fully updated 600-page book of knowledge covers just about every topic that a curious child will want to learn about. The perfect resource for school-aged children, this book will be a reference point for years' worth of homework, research,...
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Publisher
PublicAffairs
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"This entertaining companion to the massively popular history podcast tackles everything from Alexander the Great to Agatha Christie, the Wars of the Roses to Watergate-with a unique blend of wit, wisdom, and good old-fashioned banter. The Rest Is History podcast brilliantly distills major moments in human history, covering everything from the Trojan War to a historical ranking of the greatest dogs. Now, this official tie-in book brings the chart-topping...
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Series
Language
English
Description
"Take a world tour through 200 countries with this brand new edition of the bestselling kids' version of Lonely Planet's ... The Travel Book, loaded with thousands of ... facts on wildlife, how people live, sports, hideous and mouthwatering food, festivals, and a wide range of other quirky insights on every page. Every ... country gets its own dedicated page, and a mix of photography and ... illustrations brings each land to life"--Amazon.com.
Author
Publisher
Kids Can Press
Pub. Date
[2013]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.7 - AR Pts: 8
Language
English
Description
A comprehensive overview and time line of human history. MacLeod and Wishinsky provide a one-stop source for all the great events, people, and inventions that changed history, from the discovery of fire to the revolutions in the Arab world that are making headlines today.
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Publisher
Hearst Home Kids
Pub. Date
[2024]
Language
English
Description
"An exciting, visual adventure through history with day-by-day accounts of extraordinary events, notable people, and incredible inventions for kids ages 8-12. History comes alive in this . . . illustrated book with bite-size facts . . . that will engage and entertain young curious minds. Jam-packed with important events, inspiring accomplishments by remarkable people, and groundbreaking inventions, this super-fun fact-filled book--the first kids book...
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Publisher
Visible Ink
Pub. Date
[2006]
Language
English
Description
A concise guide to all things historical, this compendium addresses people, times, and events in a wide-ranging and comprehensive manner, complemented by helpful illustrations and a chronology of major events. Some of the history-making events include the election of George W. Bush, the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, and wars in Afghanistan and Iraq; spectacular images from probes in outer space, medical advances and debate, and many new...
Publisher
Sounds True
Pub. Date
2009
Language
English
Description
Are we coming to the end of a cosmic cycle? Will there be an age of awakening, a new step in human evolution, or even an end to the world we know? For the growing audience of the "2012-curious," here is a thought-provoking and comprehensive exploration into the possibilities of this pivotal time featuring essays from dozens of prominent thinkers including Gregg Braden, Barbara Marx Hubbard, Peter Russell, John Major Jenkins, Joanna Macy, and Daniel...
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Series
Factopia volume 5
Publisher
Brittanica Books is an imprint of What on Earth Publishing, Published in collaboration with Britannica, Inc
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"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 bathing suits, sparkling jewels, and many more are all woven together in this ingenious web of connected facts. And there isn't just one trail through these facts. Sometimes your path branches,...
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Series
Publisher
Windmill Books
Pub. Date
2014.
Language
English
Description
History is a treasure trove of bizarre facts from the downright gruesome to the simply hilarious. This volume explores multiple eras for some revolting and awesome trivia. Gross-out humor and silly illustrations will keep any young reader engaged from cover to cover.