More fun than a barrel of monkeys and more interesting than reality TV-- this brain candy-filled book is an explosion of information about sensational topics kids love: royalty, gravity, bioluminescence, sloths, wildfires, bubblegum, cars, breakfast, aliens, you name it! It's a fantastic, fact-filled edition with all-new info on hundreds of topics, and the same great design that captures kids' attention and keeps them yearning for more.

"This Level 2 reader features popular and lesser-known animal species that call the ice-covered Arctic home, including hares and ptarmigans, arctic foxes, wolves, gulls, and seals. Living on land, in the ocean, or on the coasts, these animals have clever ways to survive. Engaging photos that show the animals in their habitat add context and making learning fun. Level 2 text provides accessible yet wide-ranging information for kids ready to read on...

"Profiles of 60 parks--from battlefields to national seashores--administered by the National Park Service, highlighting their diverse appeal and available outdoor activities. A brief glimpse is given of 29 additional parks, including the newly created Indiana Sand Dunes."

Introduces readers to the concepts of day and night, describing the changes in the sky, and the effects on various plants and animals across the planet.

Brief text and illustrations teach facts about cars, trucks, airplanes, trains and boats.

"A latest addition to the crazy popular Weird but True series serves up tons more zany fun, focused totally on the subject of food! Step up to the plate to get 100 percent new content, with 300 more of the amazing facts plus photos that kids just can't get enough of"--Publisher.

Become an expert on sports, just in time for the 2016 Olympics! From archery to zip lining this book covers everything about the world's favorite team and individual sports.

"This comprehensive guide to medicinal herbs illuminates the art and practice of herbal remedies"--