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Books in 1000 Things You Should Know series

  • Mummies

    Rupert Matthews, Camilla de la Bedoyere, John Malam

    Paperback (Miles Kelly Publishing Ltd, Jan. 1, 2008)
    Hard to find
  • Fossils

    Steve Parker, Camilla de la Bedoyere

    Library Binding (Mason Crest, Sept. 1, 2010)
    Introduces fossils, discusses how they form, and describes how fossil-hunters find the sites.
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  • 101 Things You Should Know About Social Studies

    Sonia Mehta

    Paperback (Sterling, Feb. 18, 2014)
    How do ideas spread between societies in today's interconnected world? What are the common characteristics across cultures? How can I make my brain retain all these confusing FACTS? Social studies is all around us, from the communities we live in to the different cultures around the world. It helps us become better citizens and understand how governments work, and deepens our appreciation for our extraordinary global village. Here are 101 of the most important things students will ever need to know about the subject, whether it's human behavior and beliefs or environmental change. Includes step-by-step instructions and lots of engaging colorful illustrations!
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  • 50 Things You Should Know About the Tudors

    Rupert Matthews

    Flexibound (QEB Publishing, July 5, 2016)
    Covering the 118 year period of Tudor rule, from 1485 until 1603, this book explores the origins of the Tudor dynasty through to its eventual demise after Elizabeth I's death. Discover how the Tudors changed the foundation of modern Britain - and how this impacted the whole world.
  • 100 Things You Should Know About Birds

    Jinny Johnson

    Library Binding (Mason Crest, Jan. 1, 2003)
    Introduces, in brief bite-size presentations, the physical and behavioral characteristics of various kinds of birds.
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  • Freaky Fact or Fiction Human Body

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    Paperback (Hinkler Books, June 30, 2010)
    Each page contains a fascinating fact...or is it fiction? The reader is asked to tick the box, then check their answers at the end of the book.
  • 100 Things You Should Know About Mammals

    Jinny Johnson

    Library Binding (Mason Crest, Jan. 1, 2003)
    Presents a collection of facts about mammals, and offers quizzes and instructions for making related projects.
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  • 50 Things You Should Know About: Soccer

    Aidan Keir Radnedge

    Flexibound (QEB Publishing, April 19, 2018)
    From world-class star players to dream teams and memorable matches, this comprehensive guide to football is packed with facts and information about the beautiful game. From the history of the game and how football has developed over time to the top leagues, clubs and international tournaments, this book pinpoints the players, games and teams that everyone should know. Starting with historical versions of football, right up to the modern game and the players of the 2018 FIFA World Cup, it covers all the best goals and the most famous matches. Facts about the top players, stadiums and managers are accompanied by up-to-date stats and action shots of the most popular players. Packed with facts, infographics and photos, this is the perfect book for any young football fans.
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  • Ancient History

    John Farndon (br, Richard Tames Comp

    Hardcover (Mason Crest Publishers, Oct. 1, 2002)
    This series provides a rich resource of information with maximum impact. 1000 facts are covered by 100 topics, each with 10 key points that provide a simple but memorable handle on the subject. Fascinating information panels as well as extended captions amplify this quick-fire approach.
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  • Plants

    John Farndon

    Hardcover (Grolier, March 15, 2000)
    If you are hungry for facts, this is the perfect database. If you like your information served up in bite-size pieces, you will feast on '1000 Things You Should Know'. There are 100 illustrated topic panels on plants and each panel contains 10 key facts. Facts such as: . Every year the world uses three billion cubic meters of wood--a pile as big as a football stadium and as high as Mt Everest. . Legend says Ethiopian goatherds discovered coffee when they saw their goats staying awake all night after eating the berries of the coffee plant. . The juice of a pitcher plant will dissolve a chunk of steak to nothing in a few days. Now discover the other 997 facts in '1000 Things You Should Know About Plants'.
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  • Mummies

    John Malam, Belinda Gallagher

    Hardcover (Miles Kelly Publishing Ltd, May 1, 2007)
    Rare Book
  • Elephants

    Ruper Matthews, Camilla De la Bedoyere, John Malam

    Flexibound (Miles Kelly Publishing Ltd, )
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