Helen Otway

Children can explore the fascinating world of the weird and wonderful in this ultimate fact book, containing over 621 facts and hilarious illustrations. This treasure trove of trivia includes most astonishing, most intriguing, and most flummoxing facts you can possibly imagine. With clear, engaging text and hilarious illustrations, children can explore topics from science to sports, hobbies to history, and animals to appetites, helping them learn about the world around them in an accessible and engaging way. Discover: - Whether hot or cold water freezes faster?- Which creature has a hundred eyes?- What is a jellyfish made of?- How did Vikings celebrate success in battle? Brimming with trivia that kids will love to share, it's perfect for readers aged 7+.

What's a brain freeze? Are maggots good for you? How long are your intestines? Young readers can discover the answers to these questions and more in this astounding book, which is overflowing with fascinating - not to mention disgusting - facts about the human body. From peculiar parasites to weird bodily functions, children can learn the science behind the sticky, gross and bizarre!With vibrant illustrations, engaging text and stats that are great for sharing, this book is perfect for curious kids aged 7+. ABOUT THE SERIES: Big Ideas! is a dynamic, educational "fun fact" series for children aged seven and up, illustrated throughout with humorous cartoons. Packed with surprising facts, stats, and records that kids will just love to share, it revels in all things weird, unexpected, mind-blowing, funny, and gross!