Joanne Mattern

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From the #1 New York Times bestselling World Almanac comes a colorful, fun-filled book devoted to the odd, fascinating, and unusual animals that share our planet. From the weirdest mammals and birds, to reptiles, amphibians, insects, and fish you may not have even known existed, this book combines trivia and fast facts with solid science on the oddest critters around. Find a new pest--or pet possibility?--on every page, complete with eye-catching photos to appeal to animal lovers of all ages. While younger readers enjoy sharing just how weird the animal world gets, parents and teachers will find a valuable source of information with fun details and engaging new topics you can't find in just every textbook or even a trip to the zoo. Amaze curious animal lovers with astonishing odd animals and their singular quirks, such as: A sea star (what was once called a starfish) isn't a fish at all. And since its mouth is too small to swallow its food, instead it pushes its stomach outside of its mouth to eat. The archer fish shoots powerful jets of water from its mouth to knock tasty insects out of mid-air from up to five feet away. When threatened, a bombardier beetle can release a chemical strong enough to burn skin. Binturongs smell like popcorn--but the reason why might be too gross to put into words here. You'll have to look inside for more Even the biggest animal lover can find something new and fascinating about the animal kingdom in World Almanac Oddball Animals.

Speedy cheetahs. Huge whales. Venomous jellyfish. The world is full of incredible creatures Which ones are the fastest, strongest, smartest, and most amazing? Elementary readers find out which animals and dinosaurs rank at the top and what makes them the greatest in their category. Including facts about habitats and traits, this series is perfect for fans of Guinness World Records and animal extremes. Octopuses can manipulate objects. Crows can solve puzzles. These creatures are curious and intelligent, and they aren't the only ones. The world is full of clever animals Captivate elementary minds with intriguing facts and wonderous photos of six super-smart animals found around the world. Easy-to-read text and appealing page design share details about the featured animals' habitats, traits, and how they use their intelligence to survive and sometimes play. Weird and wonderful facts make this nonfiction book perfect for fans of Guinness World Records and animal extremes. Includes a range map, "Think About It" sidebars, and extra resources for science reports.

Speedy cheetahs. Huge whales. Venomous jellyfish. The world is full of incredible creatures Which ones are the fastest, strongest, smartest, and most amazing? Elementary readers find out which animals and dinosaurs rank at the top and what makes them the greatest in their category. Including facts about habitats and traits, this series is perfect for fans of Guinness World Records and animal extremes. Floating box jellyfish. Colorful dart frogs. These creatures are beautiful--and deadly They aren't the only ones. The world is full of these incredible animals Captivate elementary minds with intriguing facts and wonderous photos of six poisonous and venomous creatures found around the world. Easy-to-read text and appealing page design share details about the featured animals' habitats, traits, and how they use their deadly toxins to survive. Weird and wonderful facts make this nonfiction book perfect for fans of Guinness World Records and animal extremes. Includes a range map, "Think About It" sidebars, and extra resources for science reports.

Speedy cheetahs. Huge whales. Venomous jellyfish. The world is full of incredible creatures Which ones are the fastest, strongest, smartest, and most amazing? Elementary readers find out which animals and dinosaurs rank at the top and what makes them the greatest in their category. Including facts about habitats and traits, this series is perfect for fans of Guinness World Records and animal extremes. Huge bears. Mighty elephants. Enormous whales. Whether it's weight, height, or sheer massive size, these creatures grow incredibly large. And they are the only ones The world is full of animals that are the biggest of their kind. Captivate elementary minds with intriguing facts and wonderous photos of six giant animals found around the world. Easy-to-read text and appealing page design share details about the featured animals' habitats, traits, and how they use their size in their environment. Weird and wonderful facts make this nonfiction book perfect for fans of Guinness World Records and animal extremes. Includes a range map, "Think About It" sidebars, and extra resources for science reports.

Speedy cheetahs. Huge whales. Venomous jellyfish. The world is full of incredible creatures Which ones are the fastest, strongest, smartest, and most amazing? Elementary readers find out which animals and dinosaurs rank at the top and what makes them the greatest in their category. Including facts about habitats and traits, this series is perfect for fans of Guinness World Records and animal extremes. Strong-armed gorillas. Small yet mighty dung beetles. Powerful grizzly bears. These creatures easily grab, pull, and carry things that are multiple times their body weight. The world is full of these incredible heavy-lifters Captivate elementary minds with intriguing facts and wonderous photos of six super-strong animals found around the world. Easy-to-read text and appealing page design share details about the featured animals' habitats, traits, and how they use their strength to survive. Weird and wonderful facts make this nonfiction book perfect for fans of Guinness World Records and animal extremes. Includes a range map, "Think About It" sidebars, and extra resources for science reports.

Speedy cheetahs. Huge whales. Venomous jellyfish. The world is full of incredible creatures Which ones are the fastest, strongest, smartest, and most amazing? Elementary readers find out which animals and dinosaurs rank at the top and what makes them the greatest in their category. Including facts about habitats and traits, this series is perfect for fans of Guinness World Records and animal extremes. Text is translated into North American Spanish. Octopuses can manipulate objects. Crows can solve puzzles. These creatures are curious and intelligent, and they aren't the only ones. The world is full of clever animals Captivate elementary minds with intriguing facts and wonderous photos of six super-smart animals found around the world. Easy-to-read Spanish text and appealing page design share details about the featured animals' habitats, traits, and how they use their intelligence to survive and sometimes play. Weird and wonderful facts make this nonfiction book perfect for fans of Guinness World Records and animal extremes. Includes a range map, "Think About It" sidebars, and extra resources for science reports. Translated into North American Spanish.

Speedy cheetahs. Huge whales. Venomous jellyfish. The world is full of incredible creatures Which ones are the fastest, strongest, smartest, and most amazing? Elementary readers find out which animals and dinosaurs rank at the top and what makes them the greatest in their category. Including facts about habitats and traits, this series is perfect for fans of Guinness World Records and animal extremes. Text is translated into North American Spanish. Speedy cheetahs. Swift peregrine falcons. Zooming dragonflies. The world is full of incredibly fast creatures Captivate elementary minds with intriguing facts and wonderous photos of six super-fast animals found around the world. Easy-to-read Spanish text and appealing page design share details about the featured animal's habitat, traits, and how they use their speed to capture prey and avoid predators. Weird and wonderful facts make this nonfiction book perfect for fans of Guinness World Records and animal extremes. Includes a range map, "Think About It" sidebars, and extra resources for science reports. Translated into North American Spanish.

Speedy cheetahs. Huge whales. Venomous jellyfish. The world is full of incredible creatures Which ones are the fastest, strongest, smartest, and most amazing? Elementary readers find out which animals and dinosaurs rank at the top and what makes them the greatest in their category. Including facts about habitats and traits, this series is perfect for fans of Guinness World Records and animal extremes. Text is translated into North American Spanish. Strong-armed gorillas. Small yet mighty dung beetles. Powerful grizzly bears. These creatures easily grab, pull, and carry things that are multiple times their body weight. The world is full of these incredible heavy-lifters Captivate elementary minds with intriguing facts and wonderous photos of six super-strong animals found around the world. Easy-to-read Spanish text and appealing page design share details about the featured animals' habitats, traits, and how they use their strength to survive. Weird and wonderful facts make this nonfiction book perfect for fans of Guinness World Records and animal extremes. Includes a range map, "Think About It" sidebars, and extra resources for science reports. Translated into North American Spanish.

Speedy cheetahs. Huge whales. Venomous jellyfish. The world is full of incredible creatures Which ones are the fastest, strongest, smartest, and most amazing? Elementary readers find out which animals and dinosaurs rank at the top and what makes them the greatest in their category. Including facts about habitats and traits, this series is perfect for fans of Guinness World Records and animal extremes. Text is translated into North American Spanish. Towering Brachiosaurus. Spiky Stegosaurus. Mighty Triceratops. These amazing dinosaurs used to roam the Earth, and they weren't the only ones. The world was once full of these incredible creatures Captivate elementary minds with intriguing facts and wonderous photos of six popular dinosaurs found around the world. Easy-to-read Spanish text and appealing page design share details about the featured animals' habitats, traits, and how they used their size, speed, and special adaptations to survive in the world back then. Weird and wonderful facts make this nonfiction book perfect for fans of Guinness World Records and animal extremes. Includes a range map, "Think About It" sidebars, and extra resources for science reports. Translated into North American Spanish.

From the shimmering waters of Stockholm's archipelago to the snowy expanses of Lapland, this volume explores the diverse beauty that defines this Scandinavian gem. Readers uncover ancient Viking history, delve into the country's modern innovations in technology and design, and discover Sweden's past and present contributions to sustainability. Vibrant full-color photographs, detailed maps, and intriguing fact boxes illuminate Sweden's charm, resilience, and global impact, inspiring young readers to embrace curiosity and celebrate diversity. Spotlights on global citizens such as Greta Thunberg encourage students to take action on important issues and see themselves as agents for change.