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Books in First Facts About series

  • 1,000 Facts About Insects

    Nancy Honovich

    Hardcover (National Geographic Children's Books, Feb. 13, 2018)
    Kids love bugs! Jam-packed with 1,000 fascinating facts, this colorful reference book is buzzing with all kinds of information about insect creepers, crawlers, fliers, stingers, biters, and more.From butterflies and honey bees to cockroaches and katydids, discover all you have ever wanted to know about these amazing animals. Discover which insects are the most common; which have the most painful sting; and which have awesome talents, like "escape artist" camouflage abilities. Learn about insect senses, insect predators, quirky facts about insect fossils, and which bugs are most closely related to our other animal friends. After this deep dive into the science of entomology, you'll "bee" an expert on bugs and will dazzle your family and friends with your newfound knowledge.
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  • First Facts - About American Heroes

    David C. King

    Hardcover (Blackbirch Press, Oct. 23, 1995)
    Each subject in the First Facts reference series is covered within a uniquely designed two-page spread. Timelines, beautiful large-format color photos and engravings, and easy-to-digest bulleted facts all enhance the presentation and help to provide the most essential information simply, at a glance. Special chronologies and introductory passages on important periods in American history also put thousands of facts in clear historical context. Also included are: Over 200 color photos Reinforced library binding Chronologies Timelines Further Reading Source Notes Index
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  • First Facts About Prehistoric Animals

    Gina Phillips

    Hardcover (Kidsbooks, Dec. 1, 1991)
    Gives brief information on dinosaurs, meat and plant eaters, marine reptiles, flying lizards, giant birds, cats, the giant sloth, and the woolly mammoth
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  • First Facts - About U.S. History

    David C. King

    Hardcover (Blackbirch Press, Jan. 25, 1996)
    Each subject in the First Facts reference series is covered within a uniquely designed two-page spread. Timelines, beautiful large-format color photos and engravings, and easy-to-digest bulleted facts all enhance the presentation and help to provide the most essential information simply, at a glance. Special chronologies and introductory passages on important periods in American history also put thousands of facts in clear historical context. Also included are: Over 200 color photos Reinforced library binding Chronologies Timelines Further Reading Source Notes Index
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  • Bugs.

    Collectif

    Hardcover (DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley), Aug. 1, 2011)
    Start a lifetime of learning with the "First Facts" series. "First Facts Bugs" introduces children to the world of reading, with lively illustrations and simple text to help build confidence and development. Bursting with fun bug facts and figures, children will love flicking through and learning as they go. Questions such as 'how many legs does a millipede have?' and 'what do beetles eat?' are answered. Fun and educational, these books are perfect for home-reading where children can indulge in their interests - a valuable teaching aid for both parents and teachers.
  • First Facts About Giant Sea Creatures

    Gina Phillips

    Hardcover (Kidsbooks, Dec. 1, 1991)
    Gives brief information on the barracuda, marlin, sailfish, sun fish, Portuguese man-of-war, manta ray, whale, turtle, grouper, moray eel, shark, and giant oar fish
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  • First Facts About the Solar System

    Michael Teitelbaum

    Hardcover (Kidsbooks, Dec. 1, 1991)
    Briefly describes what we know about the Sun, Mercury, Venus, Earth, the Moon, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune, and Pluto.
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  • First Facts About Snakes and Reptiles

    Gina Phillips

    Hardcover (Kidsbooks, Dec. 1, 1991)
    Gives brief information on snakes, crocodiles, alligators, pythons, the Gila monster, lizards, boas, cobras, and turtles
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  • First Facts About Flying Machines

    Michael Teitelbaum, F. S. Persico

    Hardcover (Kidsbooks, Dec. 1, 1991)
    Discusses the history and development of gliders, bombers, helicopters, commercial airliners, blimps, fighters, spy planes, private planes, hot-air balloons, and the space shuttle
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  • First Facts About Wild Animals

    Gina Phillips

    Hardcover (Kidsbooks, Dec. 1, 1991)
    Gives brief information on elephants, penguins, koalas, giraffes, the sloth, the giant anteater, bears, cats, gorillas, zebras, rhinos, canines, and the panda
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  • The Most Endangered Animals in the World

    Tammy Gagne

    Hardcover (Raintree, March 12, 2015)
    All endangered animals risk extinction, but some are closer to the brink of dying out than others. Give readers the details about the world's most endangered animals, including their ranges, habitats, appearances, and behaviors. Reasons are given for why the animals are dying out, as well as actions people are taking to save these amazing animals before it's too late. Large, colorful photos entice young readers while fact boxes support the text.
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  • A walk by the seashore

    Caroline Arnold

    Hardcover (Silver Press, March 15, 1990)
    Walking by the seashore, a child observes sand, waves, plants, and animals.