1001 Shocking Science Facts

An entertaining and informative book of science 'bites', or facts on many different facets of science.

Have you ever wondered why we often think of mad scientists and nutty professors? Well, you're about to find out! With the help of a gang of cartoon characters, this fact-filled book guides you through all the revolting realms of science. From the workings of the human body, animals and creepy crawlies, to planet earth, space and beyond - prepare to be electrified with knowledge! So, hold on to your lab coats... you're in for a shock!

Do bees sleep? Can rocks bend? Discover the amazing answers to questions like these in this science fact-packed treasure trove for kids age 8 to 12! Join the experts at the Good Housekeeping Institute and get stoked about science! Discover incredible info about awesome animals, our exceptional planet Earth, exciting chemical reactions, extraordinary engineering, and more in this fun-filled, fact-packed book for budding scientists. Packed with hundreds of dynamite color photos and illustrations, hands-on STEAM activities, quizzes, and tons of cheeky jokes, this boredom-busting gift book provides young readers with a close-up look at the science all around us. Chapters cover super topics that kids love from animals to nature and Earth science to engineering and technology. Inside you’ll find: Dig deep to explore Earth from the inside out, from what’s going on deep below our feet, to why geysers erupt, and if we drink the same water as the dinosaurs did. Go inside the human body to learn how your eyes see, what happens to food after you eat it, and about the organ which is like a balloon. Investigate our natural world and find out if there are more trees or stars, how a coral reef grows from a tiny animal, and how freezing ice and fiery volcanoes are related. Travel back in time and check out why scientists study dinosaur poop. Then blast off into space to see how stars are born and innovations that will help people travel to Mars. Look at the animal kingdom, from your fellow primates like chimpanzees to insects with killer instincts (and you’ll even get to find out which ones have the grossest gassy habits…ewww.) With the expert (and sometimes wacky!) science information kids crave, this ultimate book of answers is the perfect classroom resource or gift for the casual browser and the fact-obsessed budding young scientist.

Science Books for Kids Growing up, I was addicted to fact books! Whether it was the Guinness Book of Records, an almanac or a science text book, I just loved learning about the world.Now, I want to extend that love of amazing facts to you and your children. You'll be amazed at how much fun they'll have reading amazing science facts - and you'll almost certainly enjoy hearing them as well! Science Facts Learn over 100 amazing science facts, including: Forest fires move faster going uphill than downhill Babies develop fingerprints when they are just 18 weeks old in its mom's womb Dogs can hear sounds that humans can't hear Facts for Kids This is one of many fact books I have put together especially for kids aged 5-15, so check out my author profile for others on a wide range of topics.Whether your kids are early readers or more advanced budding scientists, 101 Amazing Science Facts for Kids is sure to excite their passion for science!If you're ready for some mind-blowing science facts, scroll up and click Buy now!

Provides over one thousand facts about science, including such topics as living things, earth and space, your body, matter and reactions, inventions and discoveries, and invisible science.