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Mummies, whether they're preserved by people or nature, are a fascinating way to examine different cultures around the world. While most people know about mummies from ancient Egypt, the first mummies were made more than 7,000 years ago in South America. Anthropologists can only guess why, most likely because of a belief in life after death. Readers will be awed as they discover how different cultures perfected their mummification process. Well-chosen...

Collects one hundred facts about sharks, describing the different types of sharks, their diet, physical characteristics, behaviors and abilities, and other related topics. Includes illustrations, cartoons, quizzes, and activities.

Take a guided tour through the fascinating world of Mammals. Discover everything you need to know about Mammals with this brilliant book.

Discover everything you need to know about stories that have been enjoyed by people for thousands of years, over many different cultures and eras. Exactly 100 facts are accompanied by revealing photographs and detailed artwork will challenge children, acting as an incentive as they make their way through the book.

Discover everything you need to know about monkeys and apes. Exactly 100 facts accompanied by photographs and detailed artwork will challenge children, acting as an incentive as they make their way through the book. Projects to make and do, hilarious facts and cartoons bring an extra element of fun.

100 Facts Reptiles and Amphibians is bursting with unbelievable images, fun activities and exactly 100 fascinating facts. Children aged 7+ will learn everything they need to know about this animal group.

Bugs contains key topics about creepy crawlies in concise numbered facts. Each fact is accompanied by fantastic illustrations and photographs, which add visual meaning to the information for kids. This is an ideal first look at insects.

Discover amazing facts about the incredible wildlife that lives on these beautiful yet vulnerable ecosystems and learn all about why protecting the reefs is so important.

"For landmarks and landforms to be considered "world wonders," they must be truly astonishing in some way. The remarkable places featured in this spectacular volume will astound and amaze readers as they learn about them through fun fact boxes and carefully chosen photographs and illustrations. The 100 featured facts take readers on a time-traveling tour around the globe to ancient India, the Roman empire, modern-day Australia, Niagara Falls, and...