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South America

Marcia Abramson (author)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9798889164470

You’ve probably heard of the Amazon Rainforest in South America. But did you know it’s so full of plants that it can take ten minutes for rain to travel from the treetops to the forest floor. And would it surprise you to learn that the continent also has the world’s driest desert? Discover extreme facts about South America in this fun and kooky book.

North America

Marcia Abramson (author)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9798889164449

Would you be surprised to know North America’s Death Valley is the hottest spot in the world? Or that the Appalachian Mountains are nearly 500 million years old? This makes them some of the oldest mountains on Earth. Discover extreme facts about North America in this fun and kooky book.

Oceania

Catherine C. Finan (author)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9798889164494

Did you know Oceania is Earth’s smallest continent? Or that because of its remote location, many of the animals that live there don't exist anywhere else in the world! Discover extreme facts about South America in this fun and kooky book.

Antarctica

Catherine C. Finan (author)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9798889164500

You may have heard that Antarctica is covered in ice, but did you know it’s actually a desert? In fact, it gets so little precipitation that scientists believe its ice sheet has taken more than 45 million years to form. The incredible continent has animals that have adapted to extreme cold and a mystery behind red-stained ice nicknamed Blood Falls. Discover extreme facts about Antarctica in this fun and kooky book.

Asia

Marcia Abramson (author)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9798889164463

You may have heard that Asia's Mount Everest is the world’s tallest mountain. But did you know that Earth’s deepest lake, Lake Baikal, is also in Asia? And would it surprise you to learn that the continent is home to a flower that smells like rotting meat? Discover extreme facts about Asia in this fun and kooky book.

Europe

Catherine C. Finan (author)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9798889164487

Would you be surprised to know that daily life for people along the Mediterranean often includes a midday rest to beat the heat? Or that the bones of millions of people are in an elaborate cemetery under the streets of Paris, France? Discover extreme facts about Europe in this fun and kooky book.

The Peculiar Past in the Middle Ages

Charis Mather (author)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9798889164869

The Middle Ages were full of powerful popes, harsh laws, and incredible castles. But at times they were also seriously strange. Medieval people made pies full of live frogs and put animals on trial for committing crimes. Not only did barbers cut hair, but also they performed surgeries! Uncover the terrible tales, surprising stories, and hard-to-believe history in the Middle Ages.

Africa

Catherine C. Finan (author)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9798889164456

Did you know that humans have lived in Africa longer than any other place on Earth? Have you heard that the continent is home to the world’s largest hot desert? Or that each year, millions of animals cross this huge, dry landscape during the Great Migration? Discover extreme facts about Africa in this fun and kooky book.

The Peculiar Past in Ancient Egypt

Charis Mather (author)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9798889164876

Ancient Egypt was full of amazing art, fierce pharaohs, and awe-inspiring pyramids. But at times it was also seriously strange. The Egyptians of the past styled wigs made of vegetables and went to war over a snoring hippo. They tried very hard to keep their noses out of trouble, because if they didn't they might risk having them chopped off. Uncover the terrible tales, surprising stories, and hard-to-believe history in ancient Egypt.

The Peculiar Past in Ancient Greece

Charis Mather (author)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9798889164883

Ancient Greece was full of beautiful buildings, temples to powerful gods, and amazing theaters. But at times it was also seriously strange. Some ancient Greeks were buried with coins in their mouths, while others were laid to rest under heavy rocks. They used crocodile poop as cream to get rid of scars. Uncover the terrible tales, surprising stories, and hard-to-believe history in ancient Greece.

The Peculiar Past in Ancient Rome

Charis Mather (author)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9798889164890

Ancient Rome was full of powerful emperors, fierce armies, and superstrong gladiators. But at times it was also seriously strange. Romans of the past pooped in public and watched chickens eat to determine their luck. Some even went to a fancy dinner where they were gifted with personalized silver gravestones on their way out the door. Uncover the terrible tales, surprising stories, and hard-to-believe history in ancient Rome.

Stunt Magicians

Noah Leatherland (author)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9798889164197

Get ready for some fantastic magic! From sawing someone in half to impaling swords, stunt magic makes the impossible seem possible. Explore the secrets behind these dangerous tricks. Then, learn about one of the greatest stunt magicians in history. Simple text and captivating photos makes learning about stunt magic fun. Abracadabra!

Master Magicians

Noah Leatherland (author)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9798889164210

Get ready for some fantastic magic! Dive into a world of magical secrets with real-life magicians and their greatest tricks in the world. Then, learn your own fantastic trick that is sure to amaze your family and friends. Simple text and accompanying photos make learning about magic easy and fun. Abracadabra!

Tech-Free Activities in Your Yard

Rebecca Phillips-Bartlett (author)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9798889163862

Put down your device and take a step outside—there’s a whole world to explore. It’s time to go tech-free in your yard! This fun guide invites young readers to unplug from the world on screens and explore the world around them with easy-to-follow activities for a day in your yard. Spot plants and animals, investigate nature, play games, and more. There’s no limit to what you can do when you use a little imagination.

Tech-Free Activities by the River

Rebecca Phillips-Bartlett (author)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9798889163855

Put down your device and apply sunscreen—there’s a whole world to explore. It’s time to go tech-free by the river! This fun guide invites young readers to unplug from the world on screens and explore the world around them with easy-to-follow activities for a day by the river. Spot plants and animals, investigate by the water, play games, and more. There’s no limit to what you can do when you use a little imagination.

Tech-Free Activities in the Forest

Rebecca Phillips-Bartlett (author)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9798889163848

Put down your device and slip on some comfortable shoes—there’s a whole world to explore. It’s time to go tech-free in the forest! This fun guide invites young readers to unplug from the world on screens and explore the world around them with easy-to-follow activities for a day in the forest. Spot plants and animals, investigate the woods, play games, and more. There’s no limit to what you can do when you use a little imagination.

Tech-Free Activities at the Beach

Rebecca Phillips-Bartlett (author)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9798889163831

Put down your device and pick up your sunglasses—there’s a whole world to explore. It’s time to go tech-free at the beach! This fun guide invites young readers to unplug from the world on screens and explore the world around them with easy-to-follow activities for a day at the beach. Spot plants and animals, investigate in the sand, play games, and more. There’s no limit to what you can do when you use a little imagination.

Transportation Inventors

Rebecca Phillips-Bartlett (author)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9798889163688

Have you flown on a plane or traveled by train? Do you know the people who made these moving marvels possible? From the bike to the hot air balloon, who do we have to thank for these amazing moving inventions? Follow along with engaging illustrations, captivating photos, and fun text to learn all about the scientists, engineers, and inventors who were brilliant people with big ideas.

Inventors by Mistake

Rebecca Phillips-Bartlett (author)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9798889163664

Some of the things we use every day started as big mistakes. From the sticky note to the potato chip, who do we have to thank for these accidental inventions? Follow along with engaging illustrations, captivating photos, and fun text to learn all about the scientists, engineers, and inventors who were brilliant people with big ideas.

Technology Inventors

Rebecca Phillips-Bartlett (author)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9798889163671

Technology solves problems to make our lives better. From telephones to video games, who do we have to thank for our favorite technological wonders? Follow along with engaging illustrations, captivating photos, and fun text to learn all about the scientists, engineers, and inventors who were brilliant people with big ideas.

Food Inventors

Rebecca Phillips-Bartlett (author)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9798889163657

What is your favorite food? Do you know the first person to make this tasty treat or yummy meal? From tasty frozen pizzas to colorful cotton candy, who do we have to thank for our favorite food inventions? Follow along with engaging illustrations, captivating photos, and fun text to learn all about the chefs, scientists, and food inventors who were brilliant people with big ideas.

I Want to Be a Senator

Jennifer Boothroyd (author)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9798889162773

Senators are in charge of the nation’s laws. I want to lead! Learn what it takes to make the rules for all the people in the country. Fun photos and carefully leveled text help young readers learn about these community helpers, and special tips let them practice leadership even before they get to the Capital building.

I Want to Be Governor

Jennifer Boothroyd (author)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9798889162780

A governor is in charge of their state. I want to lead! Learn what it takes take care of all the people in your state. Fun photos and carefully leveled text help young readers learn about these community helpers, and special tips let them practice leadership even before they get to the governor’s office.

I Want to Be Mayor

Jennifer Boothroyd (author)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9798889162766

A mayor is in charge of their city. I want to lead! Learn what it takes to take care of all the people in your city. Fun photos and carefully leveled text help young readers learn about these community helpers, and special tips let them practice leadership even before they get to the mayor’s office.

I Want to Be President

Jennifer Boothroyd (author)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9798889162759

The president is in charge of the country. I want to lead! Learn what it takes to take care of all the people in the United States. Fun photos and carefully leveled text help young readers learn about this important job, and special tips let them practice leadership even before they get to the White House.