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"A book made up of 75% truths and 25% lies, challenging kids to spot what is false in this . . . reader about inventors"--Provided by publisher.

"1000 . . . facts about sharks, including where they live, what they eat, and fun facts about sharks in culture and history"--Provided by publisher.

"Hockey centers are always in the middle of the action. Explore the careers of superstars such as Wayne Gretzky, Connor McDavid, and Hayley Wickenheiser. Who do you think is the greatest of all-time?"--Provided by publisher.

"Why is Green Bay, Wisconsin, nicknamed "Titletown?" Does "icing" the kicker of an opposing team actually work? Do sewer systems in some cities really get flooded during halftime on Super Bowl Sunday? Dig in to get the real stories behind these and other great football myths and legends!"--.

"In this empowering exploration of curiosity and scientific discovery, young children are encouraged to ask their own big questions about all the great mysteries still just waiting for answers"--Provided by publisher.

"Football is one of the most popular sports in the United States. Discover facts about the NFL's biggest winners, record-setting players, and more in this . . . book"--Provided by publisher.

"Zombies seem to be taking over pop culture in recent years. Readers are likely familiar with popular shows such as the Walking Dead and movies like Zombieland. However, they may be surprised to learn that zombies are not only found in fiction! This . . . title uncovers how real zombies can be found in nature, comparing them to the zombies that have been featured in stories for centuries. It also delves into some scientific ways that zombies like those portrayed in the media today could one day . . . walk among us! It also looks at mummies, UFOs, ghosts, bigfoot, dragons, and vampires"--Provided by publisher.

"[Presents] narrative play-by-plays of record-making World Series moments sports fanatics should know"--Back cover.

"Since basketball's invention in 1891, the sport's players and coaches have introduced new ways to win almost every time they have taken the floor. And with more dynamic athletes on the court than ever before, how players compete in one of the world's most popular games is changing all over again. This title introduces readers to the history of some of basketball's most popular tactics and how they are used in today's fast-paced action"--Provided by publisher.

"Explores how the best [football] teams and athletes execute their plans and how winning strategies have evolved throughout this history of [the] . . . sport"--Provided by publisher.