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"The Anthropocene is the current geologic age, in which humans have profoundly reshaped the planet and its biodiversity. In this remarkable symphony of essays, bestselling author John Green reviews different facets of the human-centered planet on a five-star scale--from QWERTY keyboard and sunsets to Canada geese and Penguins of Madagascar. Funny, complex, and rich with detail, the reviews chart the contradictions of contemporary humanity. John Green's...
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Factopia volume 3
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English
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In this disgustingly marvelous world, you will discover facts about smelly sports, weird world records, rank rodents, vile Victorians, horrible medicine, gory gastronomy, and more--all of which are connected in unexpected and hilarious ways!
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Zest
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English
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This hilarious and wide-ranging guide sorts nearly 500 different bestsellers, blockbusters, and underappreciated gems into quirky top ten lists, like "Outwit death: essential lessons in survival," and "Achieve mindfulness: movies that will show you the way (with wise elders now included)." Whether you're looking for some motivational workout music, need help planning a July 4th double feature, or just want to pick up some knowledge without straining...
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Big Dreams Kids Books, an imprint of Rascal Face Media and Rascal Face Press
Pub. Date
[2021]
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English
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A collection of real life stories spanning the ages and the globe, from history, science and pop culture.
Why were pineapples considered a status symbol in Great Britain during the 17th century? Why is Movile Cave in Romania unique? Why-- and how-- would someone mummify themselves? Sullivan has collected captivating tales from history, pop culture, and scientific wonders-- stories that will inspire, awe, and fascinate reluctant readers as well as...
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National Geographic
Pub. Date
[2020]
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English
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Who invented pizza? Why do people shake hands? Why do we wear underwear? You'll find the answers to these questions and more in this new series from National Geographic Kids! Ever wonder how basketball got started? Why we have birthday cakes? And why some people use forks and some use chopsticks? Prepare to be amazed by the surprising backstories behind the things you use or do every day! From familiar foods to common clothing items to bizarre beauty...
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National Geographic Kids
Pub. Date
[2019]
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English
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Ever wonder how basketball got started? Why we have birthday cakes? And why some people use forks and some use chopsticks? Prepare to be amazed by the surprising backstories behind the things you use or do every day! From familiar foods to common clothing items to bizarre beauty regimens, this book covers all your burning questions: Who thought of that? Where did that come from? Why is that a thing? Presented in a bold, colorful design, with stunning...
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HarperOne, an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers
Pub. Date
[2020]
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English
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"On his regular walk one morning, Spike Carlsen realized there was an entire world outside his front door that he knew nothing about. How does that fire hydrant work, he wondered? Why are street lights shining more brightly than ever before? And, on a more personal level, why does an easy stroll around the neighborhood always leave him feeling more creative and spry, better able to take on the day? A simple walk around the block set Carlsen off on...
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Britannica Books
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English
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Every fact is connected in weird and wonderful ways. Follow a trail that sweeps from facts about snowball fights to facts about volcanoes to facts about blue whales to facts about earwax. You can choose your own route through these facts - stick to the path or zoom to a complete different (but still connected) part of FACTopia! Where will your curiousity take you? --Back cover.
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Bushel & Peck
Pub. Date
[2021]
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English
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"What's the capital of Portugal? What do they speak in Mozambique? Do they really eat fried tarantulas in Cambodia? Find out in The Kids World Factbook, the amazing guide to EVERY country and entity in the world (over 200 of them!). The pages are packed with facts, tidbits, maps, photos, flags, and more. For kids who love facts and trivia, this collection of up-to-date research by the CIA is not just essential--it's irresistible!"-- Amazon.
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World Almanac Books, an imprint of Skyhorse Publishing
Pub. Date
[2021]
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English
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"Kids want to learn about the world around them, and with this engaging, colorful collection of facts, figures, photographs, and fun, they will. Perfect for home or for school, and a great gift for any curious reader, here are thousands of fascinating and surprising facts about the United States, from its natural resources and landmarks, to the first peoples to inhabit and explore the Americas, to the innovation and diversity of the nation in the...
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Portable Press
Pub. Date
[2018]
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English
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Uncle John's Top 10 of Everything 2019 covers all of this and more. Divided into sections-including Epic Structures, Outer Space, Forces of Nature, and Humankind-the book includes brilliant color art and photography, charts, lists, and tables to break down the details of each amazing fact. Subjects include sports, animals, technology, history, pop culture, nature, geography, and random oddities.
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Acheng wen ji volume zhi liu
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Jiangsu feng huang wen yi chu ban she
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2016.
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中文
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DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2019.
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English
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Our world is an amazing place. It's full of rivers, mountains, forests, and too many other amazing places to count--but that's not all. There's also families, friends, animals, music, technology, language, games, and all other things that make life wonderful. This exciting children's book is a celebration of our world and what it's like to live in it. Unlike an atlas, this encyclopedia of discovery will entertain, educate, and inspire readers to wonder...
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Bushel & Peck books
Pub. Date
[2021]
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English
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In On This Day for Kids, kids who love facts and trivia will spends hours poring over nearly 400 pages of milestones in sports, music, art, history, politics, and more, all neatly arranged by day of the year and accompanied by hilarious doodles and comments. It's chunky. It's witty. It's like fifty seasons of Jeopardy crammed into one handy volume. It's On This Day for Kids!
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