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The Coolest Stuff on Earth: A Closer Look at the Weird, Wild, and Wonderful

by National Geographic Kids

A fact-filled tour of Earth’s surprises

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A fact-filled tour of Earth’s surprises

From singing sand dunes and lightning to sharkskin and color-changing gemstones, this illustrated nonfiction collection gathers unusual facts about nature and the wider world. Its mix of short stories, photographs, infographics, and Q&As with field experts presents each subject through several kinds of information, with examples spanning animals, natural phenomena, and even symbols on U.S. currency. The variety gives the book a broad scope, connecting curious details with questions about what they mean and why they matter.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Kids ages 9–12 interested in science, nature, and surprising facts
  • Readers who enjoy books combining photographs, infographics, and Q&As
  • Curious browsers who like exploring a range of topics in short sections

Themes

Earth’s natural wonders and extremesAnimals and unusual adaptationsCuriosity and discoverySymbols and surprising details in everyday objects

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Book overview

Uncover the secrets behind our planet's most magnificent marvels, epic extremes, and astonishing animals in this fact-packed series sequel!

Did you know that dogs can shake off a pound of water in less than a second? That some sand dunes whistle and sing? That the U.S. dollar bill is full of hidden symbols related to the number 13? Our world is filled with strange, bizarre, and weird happenings. But what do they mean? WHY are they important? And what secrets are behind them?

These secrets and MORE are revealed through cool stories, action-packed photos, fantastic infographics, and exciting Q&As with in-the-field experts. Discover the secrets of sharkskin, the mysteries behind incredible island animals, the power behind lightning, how a rare gemstone changes color, and more. Kids will be captivated by this fresh way of looking at our amazing planet.
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