Juvenile Nonfiction - Curiosities & Wonders

Dive into the first, fastest, longest, largest, biggest, and best records in the world. This fantastic book of world records for children aged 9+ showcases the greatest human achievements, from pioneering inventors to modern feats of engineering, technology, transport, and sport. But there's far...

Dive into a collection jaw-dropping facts and mind-blowing information about our weird and wonderful world. This weird and wonderful fact book for children will teach them about all kinds of bizarre beasts, incredible places and peculiar phenomena. Did you know there's a plant that...

Dive into an encyclopedic collection of burning questions asked by children and discover all the fascinating answers. This timeless encyclopedia for children aged 9+ covers all their favorite topics in a friendly, easy-to-read Q&A format, perfect to dip into and browse. Find the answers...

What if your child could explore the biggest mysteries of the world one exciting question at a time?Children are born curious. They want to know why dinosaurs disappeared, why oceans have waves, why rockets fly, why animals behave in surprising ways, why machines work,...

Kids can put their general knowledge and word power to the test with this handy paperback, containing over 100 crosswords with full-color illustrations. The puzzles start simple and gradually get harder throughout the book, testing kids' knowledge as their crossword skills improve. All the...

What is dark matter? How fast could a T. rex run? How did Mary Queen of Scots keep her dying wishes secret from her enemies? Scientists and historians have discovered a lot about our past, our future and how the world works, but SO...

If your child is always asking "Why?", this exciting encyclopedia is the perfect book to spark curiosity and inspire a lifelong love of learning. 1000 Whys Encyclopedia for Kids takes young readers on an incredible journey through the wonders of the human body, animals,...

A compendium of AMAZING facts and true stories for every day of the year. 365 Amazing True Things to Read in Bed includes a true fact, anecdote, story, or question for every day of the year. Perfect for unwinding at bedtime, this indispensable companion...

More exciting than a video game, this boredom-busting book is an explosion of information about sensational topics kids love: dessert, underwear, amusement parks, pirates, famous criminals, marsupials, Ancient Egypt, famous landmarks, you name it! The new 5,000 Awesome Facts (About Everything!) 2 has even...

More fun than a barrel of monkeys and more interesting than reality TV-- this brain candy-filled book is an explosion of information about sensational topics kids love: royalty, gravity, bioluminescence, sloths, wildfires, bubblegum, cars, breakfast, aliens, you name it! It's a fantastic, fact-filled edition...

From Africa, alligators, and astronauts to zippers, zebras, and Zambonis, this treasure trove of fascinating, fantastic facts will keep fun-seeking 7-to-10-year-olds entertained for hours! Did you know that houseflies taste with their feet--which are 10,000,000 times more sensitive than the human tongue?Or that Sesame...

"The ultimate brainy bedtime companion for children aged 4 to 9." - USA TodayWhy do we sleep? How do sharks snooze underwater? Where is the oldest bed in the world?In this compendium of 5-minute really true stories about bedtime, you can go on a...

This charming exploration of the night sky -- featuring a star finder and glow-in-the-dark stickers -- which has more than a quarter of a million young astronomers enjoying the night sky in countries around the world, is now completely revised and updated.A Child's Introduction...

An illustrated guide to some of the most bizarre objects from history by archaeologist Anna Goldfield, including a guessing game for kids to play! Each page contains a mystery item from the past, with a set of clues as to what it was used...

From cloud to cup, follow the journey of a water droplet in this clever novelty book that shows how everything in our world is connected. A sweet introduction to the water cycle perfect for little ones. Starting with a tiny droplet in the ocean,...

Magic could be hiding under any leaf, behind any tree, next to any tiny pebble--every plant has a special superpower and witchlings always know just where to look. Lavender can bring you deep sleep and honeysuckle can bring you good luck--all you have to...

Learn to embrace and discover the benefits of boredom and realize your full potential. This is a kids' book about boredom. We all know what it's like to feel bored, but did you know that being bored is actually one of the most wonderful...

Combining scientific facts with the art of poetry, this is a humorous and educational picture book about animals that look alike. How do you tell a llama from an alpaca, an alligator from a crocodile, or a dolphin from a porpoise? The animal kingdom...

A heartwarming picture book love letter to libraries and all the moments that make them so special!Everyone loves visiting the library! Children--and adults alike--enjoy searching the shelves for new adventures, curling up in their favorite cozy chair during story time, and even laughing with...

This beautifully simple yet clever novelty book explains how everything in our world is connected, starting with one tiny seed. Starting with a tiny seed inside an apple that is eaten by a caterpillar, discover how nature, people, cities, and planets all have a...