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Books in I Wonder Why series

  • I Wonder Why Vultures Are Bald: and Other Questions About Birds

    Amanda O'Neill

    Hardcover (Kingfisher, Sept. 15, 1997)
    Browsers and young students alike will enjoy these lively question and answer books with their unique mix of realistic illustration and engaging cartoons. The enticing questions will amaze, amuse and inspire, while the highly visual format encourages kids to keep reading.
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  • I Wonder Why Lemons Taste Sour: and Other Questions About Senses

    Deborah Chancellor

    Hardcover (Kingfisher, July 15, 2007)
    Covering all of the essential facts about human and animal senses, from why a cut hurts to how dolphins communicate, this new title in the popular I Wonder Why series provides real-life answers to the questions that young readers ask about the senses. With its bright and attractive mixture of realistic and cartoon illustrations and funny but informative text, I Wonder Why Lemons Taste Sour has the perfect formula for enjoyable learning.
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  • I Wonder Why Kangaroos Have Pouches

    Jenny Wood

    Hardcover (Kingfisher, March 1, 2011)
    Browsers and young students alike will enjoy these lively question and answer books with their unique mix of realistic illustration and engaging cartoons. The enticing questions will amaze, amuse and inspire, while the highly visual format encourages kids to keep reading.
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  • I Wonder Why Pirates Wore Earrings: and other questions about piracy

    Pat Jacobs

    Hardcover (Kingfisher, Sept. 18, 2012)
    I Wonder Why Pirates Wore Earrings by Pat JacobsThis brand-new addition to the IWW series is a whirlwind journey through the history of pirates and smugglers, from ancient times all the way to the present day. Readers will learn all about life on board a pirate ship, the jobs that pirates did, how they attacked other ships and stole their cargo, how they were caught and punished, and answers to many more of the best pirate questions. The question and answer format, entertaining illustrations, and open-anywhere format make this perfect for reluctant readers and pirate lovers alike. Arrgh!
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  • I Wonder Why Romans Wore Togas and Other Questions About Ancient Rome

    Fiona MacDonald

    Paperback (Gardners Books, June 30, 1997)
    Designed to amuse and intrigue the young reader, this book combines high-quality artwork and lively cartoons with fun facts and simple analogies to provide an introduction to the world of the ancient Romans.
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  • I Wonder Why Greeks Built Temples: and Other Questions about Ancient Greece

    Fiona MacDonald

    Hardcover (Kingfisher, Jan. 31, 2012)
    This informative reference answers all kinds of questions, large and small, that children ask about this ancient culture, from "Who ran the first marathon?" to "Who discovered that the earth is round?" and "Why were Greek sandals bouncy?"
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  • I Wonder Why Animals Are Amazing Sticker Activity Book

    Belinda Weber

    Paperback (Kingfisher, May 21, 2013)
    This national best-selling and innovative series starts with the basic building blocks of all scientific inquiry-interesting questions, which are answered in an accessible, child-friendly style. The conversational format is perfect for engaging curious readers, and delivering solid information in a way that encourages imaginative discussions and a creative learning environment. Jam-packed with exciting and innovative activities, I Wonder Why Animals Are Amazing Sticker Activity Book is not your run-of-the-mill activity book! Amazing animal facts and awesome activities are brought together on each page to create a one-of-a-kind animal adventure. Each activity starts off by asking the reader a question, then uses fun games, quizzes, and puzzles to help the reader discover the answer. The 40 stickers included in the book only add to the amusement.
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  • I Wonder Why Triceratops Had Horns: and Other Questions about Dinosaurs

    Rod Theodorou

    Hardcover (Kingfisher, April 15, 1994)
    Browsers and young students alike will enjoy these lively question and answer books with their unique mix of realistic illustration and engaging cartoons. The enticing questions will amaze, amuse and inspire, while the highly visual format encourages kids to keep reading.
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  • I Wonder Why Kangaroos Have Pouches: And Other Questions About Baby Animals

    Jenny Wood

    Hardcover (Kingfisher, Sept. 15, 1996)
    Browsers and young students alike will enjoy these lively question and answer books with their unique mix of realistic illustration and engaging cartoons. The enticing questions will amaze, amuse and inspire, while the highly visual format encourages kids to keep reading.
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  • I Wonder Why Snakes Shed Their Skin: and Other Questions About Reptiles

    Amanda O'Neill

    Hardcover (Kingfisher, April 15, 1996)
    Browsers and young students alike will enjoy these lively question and answer books with their unique mix of realistic illustration and engaging cartoons. The enticing questions will amaze, amuse and inspire, while the highly visual format encourages kids to keep reading.
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  • I Wonder Why Spiders Spin Webs: And Other Questions About Creepy Crawlies

    Amanda O'Neill

    Paperback (Kingfisher, April 25, 2003)
    From "What is a bug?" to "Why do glowworms glow?" this book has all the answers for young insect lovers.
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  • I Wonder Why Leaves Change Color: And Other Questions About Plants

    Andrew Charman

    Hardcover (Kingfisher, Jan. 31, 2012)
    With a fresh, new look for a best-selling series, I Wonder Why books are a useful resource to have at hand that answers kids' everyday questions in a child-friendly, accessible manner delivered in a way that encourages imaginative discussion. Simultaneous.
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