A passport to the world's most intriguing destinations, this book is a bounty of information and gorgeous illustrations that will spark wonder and wanderlust curiosity in young readers. Filled with the magic of myth, culture, natural beauty, and history, this introduction to eighteen of the world's most fascinating places introduces young readers to the ineffable qualities that make these locations so special. Stunning double-page spreads offer a deep dive into each site, with fascinating invaluable information and exciting perspectives. Readers will learn about the unique geology of Thingvellir National Park in Iceland and Namibia's Brandberg Mountain; the legends behind Germany's Lorelei rock and Greece's Delphi; the diverse cultural histories of Timbuktu and Jerusalem; the architectural and natural splendor of Mount Taishan in China and Palenque in Mexico; and even the galactic marvels of the Milky Way. Discovering these places' unique histories, physical characteristics, and cultural lore will inspire readers to learn more about each place, and encourage their interest in travel, geography, history, and the unexpected.

From the #1 New York Times bestselling World Almanac™ comes an engaging, interactive book full of "true-or-false" facts about the animal world that will keep animal-loving readers guessing as they turn every page. TRUE OR FALSE? Butterflies taste with their feet. Dolphins have names for each other. Cows have best friends and like to hang out together. Find out the answers to these true-or-false statements and more than 250 others with The World Almanac Amazing and Awesome True-or-False Facts for Really Smart Kids: Animals. Alone or together, kids can make their best guesses of whether each statement is true or false, and then turn the page to find the answer––and learn even more fun facts about each item! With a uniquely interactive format, this book has smart readers engaged and eager to find out more about animals––from aardvarks to zonkeys––at every step.

From the #1 New York Times bestselling World Almanac™ comes an engaging, interactive book full of "true-or-false" facts that will keep readers guessing as they turn every page. TRUE OR FALSE? Toenails grow at the same rate as fingernails. The Nile River is the only river in the northern hemisphere that flows south to north. House flies all buzz in the same musical key. Find out the answers to these true-or-false statements and more than 250 others with The World Almanac Amazing and Awesome True-or-False Facts for Really Smart Kids. Alone or together, kids can make their best guesses of whether each statement is true or false, and then turn the page to find the answer––and learn even more fun facts about each item! With a uniquely interactive format, this book has smart readers engaged and eager at every step with essential facts on dozens of intriguing topics.

Children will learn about the many land habitats in which baby animals are raised. This introduction looks at forests, grasslands, mountains, and deserts and features appealing photos of wolf pups, baby orangutans, rhinos, guanacos, and foxes. "About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.

Never HIGHLIGHT a Book Again Includes all testable terms, concepts, persons, places, and events. Cram101 Just the FACTS101 studyguides gives all of the outlines, highlights, and quizzes for your textbook with optional online comprehensive practice tests. Only Cram101 is Textbook Specific. Accompanies: 9780078777158. This item is printed on demand.

Never HIGHLIGHT a Book Again Includes all testable terms, concepts, persons, places, and events. Cram101 Just the FACTS101 studyguides gives all of the outlines, highlights, and quizzes for your textbook with optional online comprehensive practice tests. Only Cram101 is Textbook Specific. Accompanies: 9780781774659. This item is printed on demand.

This book introduces habitats for baby animals in freshwater rivers, lakes, ponds, and wetlands. Children will be fascinated by pictures of baby hippos, geese, swans, alligators, tigers, muskrats, nutrias, river otters, and more. "About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.