Catherine C Finan
1) Animals
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2021
Language
English
Description
A fuzzy wombat pops out cube-shaped poop, the sloth moves so slowly that algae actually grow on it, and a pet pooch's sense of smell is at least 10,000 times stronger than a human sniffer. And that's not all. The animal kingdom is full of extraordinary creatures from large to small, fuzzy to slimy, disgusting to adorable, and everything in between! Discover the extreme facts about animals all over the world in this kooky book.
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2021
Language
English
Description
It makes enough energy to light a light bulb, contains acid that can burn through a piece of wood, and is self-cleaning. It's the human body! From the brain in your head and heart in your chest, to the blood that rushes through your veins and the skin that wraps it all together, the human body is pretty amazing. Discover the extreme facts about the human body in this kooky book.
4) Bubble gum
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"Pop! Bubble gum is a fun treat, but did you know it was first made by mistake? Oops! Learn the story of how this accidental invention turned into a favorite candy. Simple text and fun photos prove we can create wonders from whoops-es!"--Provided by publisher.
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"They're a cool treat on a hot day, but did you know ice cream cones were first made because of a mistake? Oops! Learn the story of how this accidental invention turned into a favorite treat. Simple text and fun photos prove we can create wonders from whoops-es!"--Provided by publisher.
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
"Did you know that the International Space Station is the largest human-made space object? Something that big might seem like it can't move fast-but the ISS cruises through space at about 5 miles (8 km) per second! Spend some time on this massive, speedy space station to learn about how ISS crew members work on incredible science experiments and stop their food from floating away in low gravity. Discover extreme facts about the International Space...
7) Ancient Rome
Author
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
"Did you know that the Ancient Romans ate while lying down? Or that they spread a sauce made of fish guts over their food? What about that gladiator sweat was sold as a beauty product in Ancient Rome? Travel along roads that are still around today (ones that were made by Romans over 2,000 years ago) or take a peek at the Declaration of Independence and you'll see the civilization's lasting influence today. Discover extreme facts about ancient Rome...
Author
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
"Did you know the umbrella and toilet paper were both invented in China? Or that many ancient emperors believed they were descended from dragons? How about that kites were first used as warning signals in ancient China? Walk along miles and miles of the Great Wall, take a peek into terrific tombs, and stroll through some of the most amazing palaces ever built as you discover extreme facts about ancient China in this fun and kooky book"--
9) Mesopotamia
Author
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
"Whether going for a sail or hitting the road on anything with wheels, you may need to thank the people from Mesopotamia. Did you know this ancient civilization inspired and invented a lot of things that we can still find in our modern lives? The Cradle of Civilization brought us board games and astrology, maps and soap, and so much more. But there are some things we may be glad to leave behind in Mesopotamia, such harsh penalties for breaking the...
10) Ancient Egypt
Author
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
"Did you know ancient Egyptians would shave their eyebrows in mourning if their cats died? Or that the first pharaoh may have been killed by a trampling hippo? You may know that a mummy's brain was removed through its nose before the body was wrapped up. But did you know that the ancient Egyptians threw the brain away and kept his heart as the center of intelligence instead? Discover extreme facts about ancient Egypt in this fun and kooky book"--
11) Ancient Greece
Author
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
"How would you like to use a public toilet every time you had to go? Or compete in an Olympic wrestling event where the only rules were no biting or gauging? Well, that was life in ancient Greece! And if you think we're far removed from that life, you may be surprised to learn that a lot in our modern world was inspired by our ancient friends (from alarm clocks and odometers to democracy and art!). Discover extreme facts about ancient Greece in this...
Author
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
"You may like chocolate, but how would you feel about using cocoa beans as money or in glue? Maybe you'd like to play a ball game for warriors (just be careful you don't become a scarified to the gods after playing). What about living life with a calendar system even more advanced than our own? You could try it all if you lived like the Maya! Discover extreme facts about the Maya civilization in this fun and kooky book"--
13) Space jobs
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
"Did you know that astronauts train for spacewalks by going underwater in their spacesuits? Or what about that engineers have programmed robots to explore space on their own? And did you know that astronomers work with huge telescopes often built on mountaintops? Astronauts, robotics engineers, and astronomers are just a few of the many people working to help us travel into space and learn more about the universe. Discover extreme facts about space...
14) Spray string
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"It's fun to spray around at parties, but did you know spray string was a mistake? Oops! Learn the story of how this accidental invention turned into something silly to play with. Simple text and fun photos prove we can create wonders from whoops-es!"--
15) Sticky notes
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"Those sticky little pieces of paper help people remember things, but did you know sticky notes were a mistake? Oops! Learn the story of how this accidental invention turned into a useful tool. Simple text and fun photos prove we can create wonders from whoops-es!"--
17) Microwave ovens
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"It's a quick way to heat up your food, but did you know the microwave oven was a mistake? Oops! Learn the story of how this accidental invention turned into a common household appliance. Simple text and fun photos prove we can create wonders from whoops-es!"--
18) The oceans
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
"We know the ocean is full of creatures that can make their own light, a reef that houses 25% of all known ocean species, and about 20 million pounds of gold. We've begun to explore the deepest-known trench of the ocean-7 miles below the water's surface-and travel along underwater mountain ranges that are almost long enough to stretch around the world twice. What we have found has been incredible, despite having explored less than 20% of Earth's oceans....
Search Tools Get RSS Feed Email this Search