Knowledge Nuggets and Fascinating Facts for Kids

Updated June 12, 2026
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Wilsher, Jane
Paper Book
The Atlas Obscura explorer's guide for the world's most adventurous kid
Thuras, Dylan
Paper Book
This New York Times bestseller is a thrilling expedition to 100 of the world's most surprising, mysterious, and weird-but-true places, offering a "delectable sampler of wonders" (Kirkus) perfect for any curious kid fascinated by science, geography, and adventure.
Yes! No? Maybe so...
Beer, Julie (Children's author)
Paper Book
Do robots have emotions? What would happen if you jumped into a black hole? Can plants ... hear things? Find the answers to these and even more far-flung questions in this quirky, super-stuffed curiosity quencher. Some questions have simple answers. And other questions?...
The big book of useless science knowledge : 250 of the coolest, weirdest, and most unbelievable science facts you won t be taught in school
Anthony, Erin Winick
Paper Book
An encyclopedia of mind-bogglingly random science facts that will lodge in your brain and refuse to leave. Heard about the poisonous tree in the Amazon rainforest that grows exploding fruit? Did you know that manatees control their buoyancy with farts? Or that the first...
The museum of odd body leftovers : a tour of your useless parts, flaws, and other weird bits
Poliquin, Rachel
Paper Book
"Kids and adult alike will love poring over the different sections of this book and will delight in informing their friends and family members of the facts they've learned."--School Library Journal ★ A perfect book for engaging kids in STEM: This...
A tour of the human body : amazing numbers-fantastic facts
Berne, Jennifer
Paper Book
This picture book for young readers is a tour of the human body revealing the wonders of how it all works -- with some astonishing numbers and fascinating facts along the way. From our eyes to our toes, kids will find...
America as It Happened: A Moment-By-Moment Journey Through Time, from Prehistory to the Present Day
What on Earth!
Paper Book
A unique family reference guide to American history, featuring a timeline and newspaper-style articles that make you feel as though you are watching history happen! Bonus QR codes link to content from The Washington Post. Experience the events that shaped the United States...

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