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1) Oceania
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"Did you know that Oceania is Earth's smallest continent? It's made up of Australia, New Zealand, and thousands of other islands in the Pacific Ocean. Because of its remote location, many of the animals that live here don't exist anywhere else in the world! Have you heard that the continent is home to the world's largest coral reef? Just off the coast of Australia, the Great Barrier Reef is so huge it's visible from space. Discover extreme facts about...
2) Mesopotamia
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"Whether going for a sail or hitting the road on anything with wheels, you may need to thank the people from Mesopotamia. Did you know this ancient civilization inspired and invented a lot of things that we can still find in our modern lives?"--
3) Africa
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"Did you know that humans have lived in Africa longer than any other place on Earth? Scientists have found fossils of human ancestors that were more than 3 million years old! Have you heard that the continent is home to the world's largest hot desert-the Sahara? Or that each year, millions of animals cross the Serengeti during the Great Migration? And this only scratches the surface of the world's second-largest continent. Discover extreme facts about...
4) Europe
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"Would you be surprised to know that Europe stretches all the way from the Arctic Circle down to the Mediterranean Sea? Daily life for people along the Mediterranean often includes a midday rest to beat the heat. Or that the country of Russia is part of both Europe and Asia? The Ural Mountains line the border between the continents. And did you know the bones of millions of people are in an elaborate cemetery under the streets of Paris, France? Discover...
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"You may like chocolate, but how would you feel about using cocoa beans as money or in glue? Maybe you'd like to play a ball game for warriors (just be careful you don't become a sacrifice to the gods after playing). What about living life with a calendar system even more advanced than our own? You could try it all if you lived like the Maya! Discover extreme facts about the Maya civilization in this fun and kooky book"--
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"It's a quick way to heat up your food, but did you know the microwave oven was a mistake? Oops! Learn the story of how this accidental invention turned into a common household appliance. Simple text and fun photos prove we can create wonders from whoops-es!"--
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"How would you like to use a public toilet every time you had to go? Or compete in an Olympic wrestling event where the only rules were no biting or gauging? Well, that was life in ancient Greece! And if you think we're far removed from that life, you may be surprised to learn that a lot in our modern world was inspired by our ancient friends (from alarm clocks and odometers to democracy and art!). Discover extreme facts about ancient Greece in this...
8) Bubble gum
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"Pop! Bubble gum is a fun treat, but did you know it was first made by mistake? Oops! Learn the story of how this accidental invention turned into a favorite candy. Simple text and fun photos prove we can create wonders from whoops-es!"--
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"Did you know the umbrella and toilet paper were both invented in China? Or that many ancient emperors believed they were descended from dragons? How about that kites were first used as warning signals in ancient China? Walk along miles and miles of the Great Wall, take a peek into terrific tombs, and stroll through some of the most amazing palaces ever built as you discover extreme facts about ancient China in this fun and kooky book"--
10) Ice cream cones
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"They're a cool treat on a hot day, but did you know ice cream cones were first made because of a mistake? Oops! Learn the story of how this accidental invention turned into a favorite treat. Simple text and fun photos prove we can create wonders from whoops-es!"--
11) Life in space
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
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"Did you know that the first American astronaut who went to space didn't have a bathroom, so he had to pee in his spacesuit? And did you know that astronauts living in space strap down their sleeping bags and food trays so they don't float away? Life in space is pretty different from life on Earth, and scientists are working on ways for us to spend even more time in space! Discover extreme facts about life in space"--
12) Sticky notes
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"Those sticky little pieces of paper help people remember things, but did you know sticky notes were a mistake? Oops! Learn the story of how this accidental invention turned into a useful tool. Simple text and fun photos prove we can create wonders from whoops-es!"--
13) Ancient Rome
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"Did you know that the Ancient Romans ate while lying down? Or that they spread a sauce made of fish guts over their food? What about that gladiator sweat was sold as a beauty product in Ancient Rome? Travel along roads that are still around today (ones that were made by Romans over 2,000 years ago) or take a peek at the Declaration of Independence and you'll see the civilization's lasting influence today. Discover extreme facts about ancient Rome...
14) Space jobs
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.9 - AR Pts: 1
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"Did you know that astronauts train for spacewalks by going underwater in their spacesuits? Or what about that engineers have programmed robots to explore space on their own? And did you know that astronomers work with huge telescopes often built on mountaintops? Astronauts, robotics engineers, and astronomers are just a few of the many people working to help us travel into space and learn more about the universe. Discover extreme facts about space...
16) Spray string
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"It's fun to spray around at parties, but did you know spray string was a mistake? Oops! Learn the story of how this accidental invention turned into something silly to play with. Simple text and fun photos prove we can create wonders from whoops-es!"--
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
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"Did you know that the International Space Station is the largest human-made space object? Something that big might seem like it can't move fast--but the ISS cruises through space at about 5 miles (8 km) per second! Spend some time on this . . . space station to learn about how ISS crew members work on . . . science experiments and stop their food from floating away in low gravity. Discover . . . facts about the International Space Station in this...
18) Ancient Egypt
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"Did you know ancient Egyptians would shave their eyebrows in mourning if their cats died? Or that the first pharaoh may have been killed by a trampling hippo? You may know that a mummy's brain was removed through its nose before the body was wrapped up. But did you know that the ancient Egyptians threw the brain away and kept his heart as the center of intelligence instead? Discover extreme facts about ancient Egypt in this fun and kooky book"--
19) Dams
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Bearport Publishing
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[2023]
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"Did you know that dams are made with millions of tons of concrete? Or that building dams often involves changing the course of large rivers? Dams are built to hold back massive amounts of water - but did you know they can also have tunnels, bridges, and more? These huge engineering projects are not easy! They take many years of planning and construction. Discover extreme facts about dams in this fun and kooky book"--
20) Bridges
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Bearport Publishing Company
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[2023]
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"Did you know that there's a dragon-shaped bridge that breathes fire? Have you heard of the bridge built over ice? Or that some bridges from thousands of years ago are still standing today? All these structures are marvels of engineering! Discover extreme facts about bridges in this fun and kooky book"--