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1272 fun facts for curious young minds.
Covers science, animals, earth, and more.
Engaging chapters for easy exploration.
Surprising facts that amaze and entertain.
Learn about history, geography, and arts.
Final Pot Luck section covers everything else.
Perfect for sparking children's curiosity and knowledge.
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Price Range: $10.06
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Discover surprising origins of everyday inventions.
Engaging stories behind famous products and discoveries.
Fun-filled book with hilarious cartoons included.
Learn about mistakes that changed the world.
Ages 8 and up; perfect for curious young minds.
Includes fascinating language of food section.
Highly praised by Booklist with starred review.
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Price Range: $8.39
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Engaging visuals of cross sections and exploded views.
Discover ten unique working boats and their purposes.
Perfect for kids and adults fascinated by maritime life.
Learn about boat mechanics and engineering components.
Insights into Coast Guard, research vessels, and crabbing.
Fun facts about maritime instruments and safety gear.
Interactive exploration of life aboard working boats.
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Price Range: $16.96
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Explore the fascinating world of trains.
Learn about history and technology of trains.
Engaging illustrations by James Gulliver Hancock.
Interactive flaps reveal fun train facts.
Travel through iconic rail journeys worldwide.
Consulted with rail expert Anthony Coulls.
Inspires curiosity about global exploration.
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Price Range: $16.98
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Interactive construction-themed lift-a-flap board book
Engaging for babies and toddlers ages 2-7
Encourages sensory exploration and fine motor skills
Bright illustrations and fun facts on every page
Sturdy pages withstand wear and tear from little hands
Perfect gift for curious little construction enthusiasts
Collect the entire Peek-a-Flap series for more fun
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Price Range: $7.70
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Explore over 200 iconic Star Wars vehicles.
Discover Han Solo's Millennium Falcon journey.
Understand the differences between X-wings and Y-wings.
Includes vehicles from all Star Wars films.
Features Star Wars: The Clone Wars and Rebels.
Packed with fun facts and intriguing information.
A perfect guide for Star Wars enthusiasts.
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Price Range: $11.79
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Hilarious journey through the human body.
Based on the popular Wow in the World podcast.
Illustrated with engaging and funny visuals.
Explores body mysteries from head to toe.
Includes quizzes and Wow-To experiments for fun.
Perfect for curious young minds and readers.
Encourages learning through laughter and adventure.
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Price Range: $9.00
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Improves penmanship with engaging science facts.
Revised and updated for a flawless experience.
Aligns with school curriculum standards.
Includes a new numbers chapter for more practice.
Ideal for grades 4–7 learning resources.
Suitable for left- and right-handed students.
Over 130 pages of handwriting practice sheets.
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Price Range: $9.95
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Over 1,000 stunning images included.
Perfect for ages 9-12 transport enthusiasts.
Engaging facts about vehicles across land, sea, sky.
Visual learning with colorful diagrams and illustrations.
Timeline of transport from ancient to modern vehicles.
Quick reference panels for easy fact-checking.
Part of the Our World In Pictures series.
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Price Range: $22.49
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Inspiring true story of Tony Sarg's creativity.
Beautiful illustrations by Caldecott Honor artist Melissa Sweet.
Discover the origins of giant parade balloons.
Perfect for Thanksgiving Day reading tradition.
Engaging collage art captures Sarg's imaginative spirit.
A delightful nonfiction book for all ages.
Kirkus praised for its clever information and illustration.
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Price Range: $8.66
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Engaging answers to kids' toughest questions.
Ignites curiosity about science and nature.
Beautiful illustrations enhance learning experience.
Perfect for 10-year-olds, boys and girls.
Fun gift for birthdays and special occasions.
Encourages endless learning and exploration.
Transforms parents into "Super Parents" effortlessly.
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Price Range: $11.72
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Explores train history from 1804 to present.
Features stunning photographs of global trains.
Covers various train types and their functions.
Engaging text for young train enthusiasts.
Learn about steam, diesel, and electric trains.
Discover the world's fastest and largest trains.
Designed for kids who love trains.
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Price Range: $10.69
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Explore Earth's weird and wonderful secrets.
Engaging stories and action-packed visuals.
Discover bizarre animal behaviors and habitats.
Learn about nature's astonishing phenomena.
Interactive Q&As with field experts.
Fact-packed series for curious young minds.
Captivating insights into our planet's wonders.
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Price Range: $12.14
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Engaging board book for toddlers and babies.
Bright illustrations of cars and trucks.
Simple facts about exciting machines.
Encourages early nonfiction learning concepts.
Read-aloud sound words enhance interaction.
Prompts for engaging with your child.
Part of the popular Hello, World! series.
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Price Range: $7.99
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Engaging answers to kids' everyday questions.
Explores topics from animals to technology.
Over 100 vibrant, educational photos included.
Encourages curiosity and exploration of the world.
Interactive games enhance learning experience.
Parent tips foster discussion and engagement.
Age-appropriate text for young readers.
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Price Range: $14.99
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Explores everyday environments with stunning illustrations.
Full-page gatefolds reveal detailed, dense scenes.
Interactive flaps uncover secrets of gadgets.
Covers topics from homes to factories.
Engages young readers with fascinating facts.
Encourages exploration and curiosity about the world.
Published by trusted brand Lonely Planet Kids.
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Price Range: $17.66
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Helps children express and understand their feelings.
Engaging story featuring a little Emotion Detective.
Teaches kids to recognize emotions and facial expressions.
Encourages discussion about feelings in a fun way.
Perfect for young children and early readers.
Promotes empathy by recognizing others' emotions.
Colorful illustrations enhance learning and engagement.
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Price Range: $11.99
Color: 10 positive
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Explores military, commercial, and space aircraft.
Engaging visuals for captivating young readers.
Detailed spreads for each type of airplane.
Learn about crop management using planes.
Discover stunt planes at exciting airshows.
Informative captions enhance learning experience.
Perfect for aspiring aviation enthusiasts.
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Price Range: $11.63
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Engaging activities teach science of Meteorology.
Colorful illustrations enhance learning experience.
Encourages curiosity about weather phenomena.
Develops foundational STEM skills in children.
Promotes lifelong passion for science and learning.
Designed for boys and girls aged 5-10.
Fosters creativity and critical thinking abilities.
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Price Range: $8.99
Color: 5 positive
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Interactive board book for toddlers.
Durable sliders for hands-on play.
Features fire engines, police cars, ambulances.
Encourages hand-eye coordination development.
Simple emergency-themed first words included.
Clear diagrams aid in learning through play.
Part of a fun vehicle-themed series.
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Price Range: $10.99
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Engaging board book for toddlers about construction sites.
Simple language introduces nonfiction concepts easily.
Bright illustrations captivate young children's imaginations.
Features interactive prompts for parent-child engagement.
Part of the popular Hello, World! series.
Encourages learning through fun, relatable content.
Perfect for curious little minds and early learners.
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Price Range: $7.99
Color: 4 positive
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All-in-one encyclopedia for curious minds.
Explains topics from brain cells to black holes.
Engaging illustrations reveal how things work.
Explores natural and technological phenomena.
Perfect for STEM students aged 9 and up.
Wide range of fascinating chapters.
Encourages curiosity and learning about the world.
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Price Range: $20.05
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Engaging interactive fire truck exploration for toddlers.
Lift flaps and peek through holes for fun.
Detailed illustrations spark curiosity and imagination.
Introduce fire truck components and their functions.
Promotes fine motor skills through interactive features.
Encourages learning about community helpers and teamwork.
Perfect gift for truck-loving young readers.
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Price Range: $9.74
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Engaging, colorful illustrations to captivate young minds. Step-by-step instructions for easy learning. Interactive quizzes to reinforce key concepts. 15+ exciting games for hands-on fun. Encourages outdoor exploration and nature connection. Bonus Adventure Pack with print-and-play activities. Perfect gift for aspiring young navigators!
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Price Range: $14.97
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Explore detailed cutaway drawings of buildings and machines.
Discover the inner workings of submarines and helicopters.
Includes impressive foldouts of an ocean liner and train.
Find fun facts and highlights throughout the book.
Search for hidden characters in each scene.
Over a million copies sold worldwide since 1992.
Award-winning book inspires curiosity and imagination.
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Price Range: $11.43
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Visual guide for non-readers and visual learners.
Easy recipes for kids aged 4 to 8.
Step-by-step instructions promote independent cooking.
Teaches kitchen basics: mixing, measuring, safety.
Family-friendly recipes for healthy snacks together.
Encourages creativity and discovery in the kitchen.
Featured in the 2023 NY Times Holiday Guide!
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Price Range: $14.54
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Engaging nonfiction for young construction enthusiasts.
Colorful illustrations of various construction vehicles.
Learn about cranes, bulldozers, and excavators.
Encourages curiosity about heavy machinery.
Perfect for boys and girls alike.
Ideal for storytime or educational reading.
Builds vocabulary and knowledge about construction.
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Price Range: $5.57
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Engaging visual recipes for kids ages 4–8.
Step-by-step instructions for easy cooking.
Fun family-friendly breakfast recipes to enjoy together.
Teaches kitchen basics and safety skills.
Encourages independence in young chefs.
Perfect introduction to cooking for non-readers.
Includes sweet and savory breakfast options.
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Price Range: $14.50
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40+ projects for curious young scientists.
Explore botany, astronomy, chemistry, and more.
Encourages hands-on learning and experimentation.
Perfect gift for inquisitive young readers.
Inspired by the bestselling Questioneers series.
Now a Netflix series for even more fun!
Promotes STEM education in an engaging way.
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Price Range: $8.79
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Engaging board book for young airplane enthusiasts.
Features diverse airplanes and their unique uses.
Vibrant illustrations capture children's attention effectively.
Simple text suitable for early readers.
Encourages curiosity about transportation and aviation.
Supports Common Core State Standards for learning.
A perfect gift for preschoolers and beginning readers.
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Price Range: $7.99
