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Weird but true! 2023
Wild and Wacky Facts & Photos!
Series: National Geographic Kids
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This book is ideal for children who love fun facts and unusual stories. It's perfect for young readers fascinated by animals, science, and the natural world, as well as fans of Guinness World Records. A great choice for family entertainment and educational reading.
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Wild and wacky, record-breaking facts and photos you won’t believe! (2022 release)
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Entertain the whole family this year with the perfect gift for kids – the 2023 children’s annual loaded with all-new jaw-dropping, eye-popping, brain-bending facts.
It pairs the planet’s weirdest facts with the coolest and strangest true stories:
- From strange storms and maritime mysteries to playful primates, dino discoveries, and extraordinary exoplanets
- Explores animals, geography, science, the environment, human achievement, and lots more
- The perfect book for fans of Guinness World Records!
Whether it’s weird buildings, foul smells, crazy creatures, or the world’s most extreme weather, this 2023 children’s annual is sure to entertain!
Weird but true! 2023 by National Geographic Kids offers endless wonder and discovery for curious minds.
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Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9780008532963
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 18 August 2022
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Collins
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 20.0mm
Width: 238.0mm
Height: 306.0mm
Weight: 1260g
Pages: 256
About the Author
The National Geographic Kid is curious about the world around them, empowered in the face of challenges and responsible for others and the natural world. Combining these principles with the international educational heritage of Collins, this partnership is a natural fit for books that are funny, weird, exploratory, educational and loved by children.
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