Mernie Gallagher-Cole
Author
Series
Publisher
Childs World
Pub. Date
c2013
Language
English
Description
Loads of quirky, cool, and astonishing facts about America's presidents, including presidential firsts, White House trivia, and presidential hobbies. Did you know that rats are ticklish? Or that one-fourth of the bones in your body are in your feet? Or that President Thomas Jefferson introduced french fries to the United States? From creepy crawlies to ancient inventions, pumpkin-boat racing to the smallest bone in your body, our Weird-but-True Facts...
Author
Series
Publisher
Childs World
Pub. Date
c2013
Language
English
Description
Loads of quirky, cool, and astonishing historical facts, including famous Americans, American firsts, the U.S. government, and forgotten ideas and plans. Did you know that rats are ticklish? Or that one-fourth of the bones in your body are in your feet? Or that President Thomas Jefferson introduced French fries to the United States? From creepy crawlies to ancient inventions, pumpkin-boat racing to the smallest bone in your body, our Weird-but-True...
Author
Series
Publisher
Child's World
Pub. Date
c2013
Language
English
Description
Loads of quirky, cool, and astonishing weather facts, including lightning, blizzards, and storms. Did you know that rats are ticklish? Or that one-fourth of the bones in your body are in your feet? Or that President Thomas Jefferson introduced french fries to the United States? From creepy crawlies to ancient inventions, pumpkin-boat racing to the smallest bone in your body, our Weird-but-True Facts series offers all kinds of weird facts that are...
Author
Series
Publisher
Wonder Books, an imprint of The Child's World
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
Have you ever wondered where the phrase 'the early bird catches the worm' came from? Well, let's get this show on the road and find out! Learn the meaning and origin of these unusual sayings and many more in this engaging, informative book. Colorful, humorous illustrations and clear examples help readers better understand idioms and how to use them. Additional features include a table of contents, a glossary, critical-thinking questions, sources for...
Author
Series
Publisher
Wonder Books, an imprint of The Child's World
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"Has someone ever told you they were on cloud nine? What does that mean exactly? Learn the meaning and origin of this unusual phrase and many more in this engaging, informative book. Colorful, humorous illustrations and clear examples help readers better understand idioms and how to use them. Additional features include a table of contents, a glossary, critical-thinking questions, sources for further research, an introduction to the author and illustrator,...
Author
Series
Publisher
The Child's World
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
Dia de los Muertos, or 'Day of the Dead', may seem like a bleak name for a holiday. But this exciting occasion is actually a special time to remember loved ones and to celebrate life. Young readers discover how food, fun, and memories contribute to a festival that is more about rejoicing than mourning. Additional features to aid comprehension include activities and poetry, informative sidebars, a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, sources for...
17) Christmas crafts
Author
Publisher
The Child's World
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Description
Explains the history behind the Christmas holiday and provides step-by-step instructions for five Christmas crafts, including a sock snowman, tree garland, and a wreath.
Author
Series
Publisher
Wonder Books, an imprint of The Child's World
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"Clean as a whistle! What does that mean exactly? Learn the meaning and origin of this unusual phrase and many more in this engaging, informative book. Colorful, humorous illustrations and clear examples help readers better understand idioms and how to use them. Additional features include a table of contents, a glossary, critical-thinking questions, sources for further research, an introduction to the author and illustrator, and an index." --