Curiosities Wonders category: 913 books
The Mystery of the Exploding Teeth
And Other Curiosities from the History of Medicine
Language: English
Release Date: November 20, 2018
**"Delightfully horrifying."--Popular Science
One of Mental Floss's Best Books of 2018
One of Science Friday's Best Science Books of 2018
This wryly humorous collection of stories about bizarre medical treatments and cases offers a unique portrait of a bygone era in all its jaw-dropping weirdness.**
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Planets And Moons In Our Universe
Fun Facts and Pictures for Kids
Language: English
Release Date: December 5, 2014
Space exploration is incredibly popular right now with adults and children alike, every day brings news about discoveries in our solar system and beyond. Kids in particular are always excited by all things space related. A picture book is the perfect gift for kids because it brings the excitement and...
by Joanne Mattern
Language: English
Release Date: November 30, 2018
Language: English
Release Date: November 30, 2018
In Tunnels, readers will explore the use of super structures around the world and how they have shaped future technological advancements. This title is the perfect blend of historical content and STEM engagement, and makes a great addition to library collections at home or at school.
The Engineering...
by Carla Mooney
Language: English
Release Date: November 30, 2018
Language: English
Release Date: November 30, 2018
In Great Wall of China, readers will explore the use of super structures around the world and how they have shaped future technological advancements. This title is the perfect blend of historical content and STEM engagement, and makes a great addition to library collections at home or at school.
The...
Sixth Grade Daily Geography: Simple Geography Lessons
Wonders Of The World for Kids 6Th Grade Books
Language: English
Release Date: December 20, 2015
Who says geography is difficult to learn? This amazing book will teach you otherwise! Picture books like this one lets the pictures tell most the story. You don't have to read a lot of text; yet, you understand the information presented well enough to remember it. Get ready to see A's in geography. Grab a copy today!
Learn Something New Every Day
365 Facts to Fulfill Your Life
Language: English
Release Date: August 31, 2012
Learn something new with 366 fascinating facts from NPR librarian Kee Malesky
What was the greatest thing before sliced bread?1 What color did carrots used to be?2 Why do many American spellings differ from their British counterparts?3 What does it mean "to have one's eyes lined with ham"?...
Glad You Asked
Intriguing Names, Facts, and Ideas for the Curious-Minded
Language: English
Release Date: April 1, 2006
Encapsulating in brief explanations the most important people, places, things, events and ideas in the history of mankind, this educational resource features hundreds of items, many accompanied with photographs or diagrams to help provide additional information. Every entry is explained fully with...
ManVentions
From Cruise Control to Cordless Drills - Inventions Men Can't Live Without
Language: English
Release Date: March 18, 2011
Gas grills. Riding lawn mowers. Pop-top beer cans.
Forget fire and arrowheads and the wheel. The best tools invented by man are such wonders as beer, bikinis, and ESPN. And there's more where they came from, in this hilarious look at the stuff real men are made of:
Chow and Suds (microwaves,...
by Caroline Sutton
Language: English
Release Date: October 19, 2010
Language: English
Release Date: October 19, 2010
Have you ever wondered:
- How do they know how much an aircraft carrier weighs?
- How do they get music onto a CD?
- How does an electric eel generate electricity?
- How do they know how long a second is?
- How do penguins stay warm in Antarctica?
- How do they teach...
Mythology 101
From Gods and Goddesses to Monsters and Mortals, Your Guide to Ancient Mythology
Language: English
Release Date: December 3, 2013
Explore the fascinating myths of Greek and Roman civilizations!
The tales of gods and heroes are often turned into tedious discourse that even Ovid would reject. This easy-to-read guide cuts out the boring details, and instead, provides you with a thrilling lesson in classic mythology.
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by Shirley Duke
Language: English
Release Date: November 30, 2018
Language: English
Release Date: November 30, 2018
In Pyramids of Egypt, readers will explore the use of these super structures and how they have shaped future technological advancements. This title is the perfect blend of historical content and STEM engagement, and makes a great addition to library collections at home or at school.
The Engineering...
by Shirley Duke
Language: English
Release Date: November 30, 2018
Language: English
Release Date: November 30, 2018
In Skyscrapers and Towers, readers will explore the use of super structures around the world and how they have shaped future technological advancements. This title is the perfect blend of historical content and STEM engagement, and makes a great addition to library collections at home or at school.
The...
by David Taylor 2
Language: English
Release Date: August 7, 2015
Language: English
Release Date: August 7, 2015
Our intrepid boy hero, Zach, is once again inquiring of the Almighty. A trip to a historical museum has him shaken up once he discovers the horrors of racism.
He also still wonders why adults are such flaming hypocrites.
by Carla Mooney
Language: English
Release Date: November 30, 2018
Language: English
Release Date: November 30, 2018
In Stadiums and Coliseums, readers will explore the use of super structures around the world and how they have shaped future technological advancements. This title is the perfect blend of historical content and STEM engagement, and makes a great addition to library collections at home or at school.
The...