curiosities and wonders

Presents a collection of facts, figures, information, and trivia on a wide range of topics; such as weather, gardening, pets, sports, and health.

Describes some of the craziest, silliest, and most extraordinary records achieved by people around the world.

Readers of this book will investigate the facts and compare the data in the fascinating text and compelling infographics, and then decide for themselves if werewolves are real.

Compares and contrasts some of Earth's scary animals--both big and small--through charts, graphs, and fun text.

A treasury of bizarre-but-true stories from history includes accounts of such uncanny events as the Great Molasses Flood of 1919 in Boston and the world record set by an armless archer.

A collection of world records.

"Packed with comics, diagrams and 'secret diaries,' this book is an . . . encyclopedic glance at a dizzying host of different things--from hearts to farts to coconuts--and makes a . . . [humorous] and informative guide for curious young readers. Join the . . . exploration of 'a day in the life' of nearly 100 things on Earth. Find out what exactly your tongue does all day long, how a Japanese knotweed destroys everything in its path, and why no two snowflakes are ever the same. From the gross and smelly to the beautiful and fascinating, this book is a treasure trove of . . . information"--Provided by publisher.

Collects 350 facts about a variety of topics, such as places, food, and animals.

Offers a collection of true facts about animals, food, science, pop culture, weather, plants, and history.