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86 produkter
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PDF, Engelska, 201587 kr
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Grab readers’ attention with strange and fascinating inventions such as odour-trapping underwear, digital tattoos and ships made from ice. Using dozens of cool photos and fun trivia facts, The World’s Oddest Inventions offers young readers a peek at weird and amazing contraptions and devices from around the world.
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PDF, Engelska, 2012553 kr
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You may know that Bruno Mars is an unbelievably talented pop singer and producer. But did you know that Bruno: • was known for his epic Elvis impersonations when he was a kid? • learned to play drums, piano, and guitar without ever taking lessons? • is super close to his mom and used some of his fortune to buy her a house? Want to know more about the life of this talented celebrity? Read on to learn all about Bruno''s childhood, personality, parents and siblings, past projects, personal struggles, and more!
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PDF, Engelska, 2012553 kr
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You may know that Katy Perry is a shining star of pop who has soared to number one on the charts again and again. But did you know that Katy: • is a pastor''s kid times two? Both her mom and dad are pastors who encouraged her to sing in church. • was dropped by two recording labels before she finally got her big break with Capitol Records? • exercises by jumping rope before every single show? Want to know more about the life of this talented celebrity? Read on to learn all about Katy''s childhood, career, favorite things, love life, future goals, and more!
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PDF, Engelska, 2012553 kr
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You may know that Justin Bieber has extreme musical talent. But did you know that Justin: • was very poor and slept on a couch instead of a bed when he was growing up? • has a random love of Band-Aids and wears them just for kicks? • is a huge prankster and once tried to trick Selena Gomez by pretending to be her stylist? Want to know more about the life of this talented celebrity? Read on to learn all about Justin''s childhood, career, quirks, love life, likes and dislikes, and more!
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PDF, Engelska, 2013553 kr
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You may know that Jennifer Lawrence stars as courageous Katniss Everdeen in The Hunger Games films. But did you know that Jennifer: • grew up on a Kentucky horse farm? •had to learn to skin a squirrel for her role in Winter''s Bone? (Eeeew!) • read all three Hunger Games books in four days—before she even knew she''d be playing Katniss?Want to know more about the life of this talented celebrity? Read on to learn all about Jen''s childhood, family, rise to stardom, likes and dislikes, romantic life, and more!
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PDF, Engelska, 2013553 kr
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Imagine a creature that would gnaw on the tail of a crocodile or crush a seal''s skull with its razor-sharp teeth. Are you picturing a grizzly or other tough-looking critter? If so, you''re wrong! The animals that do these things are none other than adorable otters and fluffy polar bears! Many adorable animals can actually be pretty vicious. Find out which cuties are killers and see how they take down their prey.
Häftad, Engelska, 2013
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Can you believe that the paint used on cars inspired the invention of nail polish in the 1920s? Or that people have been making hair dyes for thousands of years, using everything from boiled walnuts to gold powder? Get ready to learn the strange stories behind inventions you use every day. From the woman who invented "kissproof" lipstick to the role toothpicks played in the creation of Q-tips, you''ll find out how we got the beauty inventions that help us look great.
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PDF, Engelska, 2013553 kr
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Do you know what happened when a kid forgot his glass of soda with a stir stick in it outside on a freezing cold night? Popsicles were invented! And did you know ancient people loved to chew on gum, just like we do? Get ready to learn the strange stories behind inventions you use every day. From the guy who thought white-flour snacks were evil so he invented graham crackers to the evolution of ketchup, you''ll be amazed how we got the food inventions we enjoy today.
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PDF, Engelska, 2013557 kr
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You probably know Bella Thorne as the dynamic, multitalented CeCe Jones on the TV show Shake It Up. But did you know that she: • is real-life BFFs with her costar, Zendaya? • had no dancing experience before her audition for Shake It Up? • speaks out against bullying and volunteers at soup kitchens and animal humane societies in her spare time? Want to know more about the life of this awesome celeb? Read on to learn all about Bella''s family, love life, passion for animals, future plans, up-and-coming album, and more!
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PDF, Engelska, 2013553 kr
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You may know that Carly Rae Jepsen rose to instant fame after Justin Bieber tweeted about his love for "Call Me Maybe." But did you know that she: • had starring roles in Annie, Grease, and The Wiz as a teen? • could sing perfectly on key when she was only three years old? • writes down song lyrics everywhere she goes, using napkins, receipts, and any other paper she can find? Want to know more about the life of this awesome celeb? Read on to learn all about Carly Rae''s family, childhood nickname, love for shoes, philosophy on boys, future plans, and more!
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Absorbing facts about the 11.3 million species on Earth might cause your brain to burst! You need to take in huge timelines (the first life on Earth formed 3.8 billion years ago), huge numbers (your body is made up of trillions of cells), and even huger mysteries (why species go extinct). How can all these big numbers and concepts make more sense? Infographics! The charts, maps, and illustrations in this book tell a visual story to help you better understand key concepts about life science. Crack open this book to explore mind-boggling questions such as: • How do organisms evolve over millions of years? • How does DNA determine what you will look like? • Why are so many species struggling to survive today? The answers are sure to be life-expanding!
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The facts about natural disasters are so big and devastating they could make your head explode! You hear about huge costs (like the $360,000,000,000 in damage caused by the 2011 tsunami in Japan), huge speeds (the fastest-moving tsunami waves have been recorded at 500 miles per hour), and even huger mysteries (where, exactly, the danger zones are for natural disasters). How can all these big numbers and concepts make more sense? Infographics! The charts, maps, and illustrations in this book tell a visual story to help you better understand key concepts about natural disasters. Crack open this book to explore mind-boggling questions such as: • How can scientists accurately predict natural disasters? • What were some of Earth’s biggest, freakiest, and deadliest disasters? • How can you protect yourself in the event of a volcano, an earthquake, or a tsunami? The answers are sure to shake you up!
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The enormous facts about our solar system can make your head spin! You hear about huge distances (like the 483 million miles separating the sun and Jupiter), huge timelines (it''s been 14 billion years since the big bang), and even huger mysteries (why the universe is expanding). How can all these big numbers and concepts make more sense? Infographics! The charts, maps, and illustrations in this book tell a visual story to help you better understand key concepts about our solar system. Crack open this book to explore mind-boggling questions such as: • How long would it take a beam of light to cross the universe? • What exactly would happen if you were sucked into a black hole? • Does alien life reside somewhere in our galaxy? The answers are sure to be out of this world!
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PDF, Engelska, 2014553 kr
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You may know that Emma Watson rose to fame playing Hermione in the beloved Harry Potter films. But did you know that she: • is supersmart and studied at Brown University? • was so nervous about playing Sam in The Perks of Being a Wallflower that she emailed the director to tell him he could do better? • designs her own line of clothing for People Tree, a company that''s known for paying its workers a fair wage? Want to know more about the life of this gifted celebrity? Read on to learn all about Emma''s childhood, family, likes and dislikes, upcoming projects, hopes for the future, and more!
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You may know that Logan Lerman became instantly popular after starring in the hit indie movie The Perks of Being a Wallflower. But did you know that he: • has starred in three action movies? • arrived three whole weeks before shooting started for Perks to get ready for his role? • loves music and plays everything from the piano and guitar to a ukulele? Want to know more about the life of this talented actor? Read on to learn all about Logan''s childhood, nickname, breakthrough performances, passions, upcoming projects, and more!
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You may know that Nicholas Hoult commands the big screen as Beast in X-Men. But did you know that he: • is a huge admirer of Muhammad Ali and sleeps underneath a poster of the boxing legend? • fell in love with acting at the age of three when he went to see his brother in a play? • calls reading his sisters'' magazines his favorite guilty pleasure? Want to know more about the life of this talented actor? Read on to learn all about Nicholas''s early years, parents and sibs, first acting job, love life, future films, and more!
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What''s so great about Minnesota? Find out the top ten sites to see or things to do in the North Star State! Explore Minnesota''s wooded wilderness, 10,000 lakes, and rich history. The Minnesota by Map feature shows where you''ll find all the places covered in the book. A special section provides quick state facts such as the state motto, capital, population, animals, foods, and more. Take a fun-filled tour of all there is to discover in Minnesota!
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Exploring the culture of the United States can be exhausting! You need to know about popular national pastimes (from ball fields to Broadway stages), different ethnic backgrounds of Americans (such as Navajo, Korean, and Somali), and what it means to live in a free country (know your rights!). How can you make sense of all these facts and customs? Infographics! The charts, maps, and illustrations in this book tell a visual story to help you better understand key concepts about US culture. Crack open this book to explore mind-boggling questions such as: • How have movies, jazz music, and other US art forms evolved over time? • What are the best books written by American authors? • Just how much time do Americans really spend watching TV? The answers will help you feel at home!
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Navigating US geography can leave you feeling lost and all over the map. You need to know about all 50 states (Wisconsin has more than 600 kinds of cheese!), different landscapes and climates (from deserts to polar regions), and where to watch out for natural disasters (beware of Tornado Alley!). How can all these facts and locations make more sense? Infographics! The charts, maps, and illustrations in this book tell a visual story to help you better understand key concepts about our country’s geography. Crack open this book to explore mind-boggling questions such as: • How are the 317 million US citizens spread out across the country? • What happens every day in the United States? • Where do our natural resources come from? The answers will help you find your way!
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Trying to comprehend the US government can almost make your mind shut down. You need to understand how it stacks up to governments around the world (from democracy to dictatorship), how systems and laws change over time (years ago, women couldn''t vote!), and who holds the power today (how do big decisions get made?). How can all these laws and ideas make more sense? Infographics! The charts, maps, and illustrations in this book tell a visual story to help you better understand key concepts about our country''s government. Crack open this book to explore mind-boggling questions such as: • Why was the first government created? • How does a system of checks and balances work? • Where does all that tax money go? The answers will help make you a model citizen!
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PDF, Engelska, 2015608 kr
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A plant''s environment helps it grow. Weather, soil, and animals are important to a plant''s survival. But do you know what happens to a plant when the seasons change? Or how earthworms help a plant''s roots? Let''s experiment to find out! Simple step-by-step instructions help readers explore science concepts and analyze information. Projects include materials easily found around the house and will inspire learning and creativity!
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PDF, Engelska, 2015608 kr
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Roots help keep plants alive. They take in water and minerals. But do you know how much of a plant is made up of its roots? Or whether roots always grow down? Let''s experiment to find out! Learn more about plants in the Plant Experiments series—part of the Lightning Bolt Books™ collection. With high-energy designs, exciting photos, and fun text, Lightning Bolt Books™ bring nonfiction topics to life!
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PDF, Engelska, 2015608 kr
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Plants have roots, stems, leaves, and sometimes flowers. Each part of a plant does a special job. But do you know what a stem does? Or how different seeds travel away from their parent plants? Let''s experiment to find out! Simple step-by-step instructions help readers explore science concepts and analyze information.
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PDF, Engelska, 2015608 kr
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Sunlight helps a plant make its own food using photosynthesis. But do you know what happens to a plant when there is no sunlight? Or what part of a plant makes food? Let''s experiment to find out! Simple step-by-step instructions help readers explore science concepts and analyze information.
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PDF, Engelska, 2015608 kr
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A plant can form fruit and seeds when it is pollinated. Animals and wind help spread pollen from one plant to another. But do you know how insects pick up pollen from flowers? Or how each part of a flower helps pollination? Let''s experiment to find out! Simple step-by-step instructions help readers explore science concepts and analyze information.
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PDF, Engelska, 2015608 kr
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Sunlight, air, water, and minerals help keep plants alive. But do you know how much water is needed for a seed to sprout? Or what a plant will do to find the light it needs? Let''s experiment to find out! Simple step-by-step instructions help readers explore key science concepts. Projects include materials easily found around the house and will inspire learning and creativity!
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Engelska, 201469 kr
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What''s so great about Minnesota? Find out the top ten sites to see or things to do in the North Star State! Explore Minnesota''s wooded wilderness, 10,000 lakes, and rich history. The Minnesota by Map feature shows where you''ll find all the places covered in the book. A special section provides quick state facts such as the state motto, capital, population, animals, foods, and more. Take a fun-filled tour of all there is to discover in Minnesota!
Inbunden, 2015
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Inform and engage young writers with this contemporary, creative breakdown of non-fiction essentials. Clear, concise text introduces and defines key skills while fun and inspiring writing prompts launch new skills into practice. Author bios and mentor texts provide creative blueprints for budding writers.
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PDF, Engelska, 201596 kr
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Inform and engage young writers with this contemporary, creative breakdown of non-fiction essentials. Clear, concise text introduces and defines key skills while fun and inspiring writing prompts launch new skills into practice. Author bios and mentor texts provide creative blueprints for budding writers.