National Geographic Kids Book Club

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Did you know that houseflies taste with their feet—which are 10,000,000 times more sensitive than the human tongue? Or that Sesame Street's Big Bird is one foot shorter than a real-life ostrich? From Africa, alligators, and astronauts to zippers, zebras, and Zambonis, this treasure trove of fascinating, fantastic facts will keep you entertained for hours!

 

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5,000 Awesome Facts (About Everything!): Updated and Expanded!
Greeking Out Heroes and Olympians
Weird but True! Star Wars: 300 Epic Facts from a Galaxy Far, Far Away....
National Geographic Kids Almanac 2025
Weird but True World 2025: Incredible Facts, Awesome Photos, and Weird Wonders--For This Year and Beyond!
Weird but True! Know-It-All: U.S. Government
Ultimate Bugopedia, 2nd Edition: The Most Complete Bug Reference Ever
Can't Get Enough Cat Stuff: Fun Facts, Awesome Info, Cool Games, Silly Jokes, and More!
Beyond Infinity: Exploring the Secrets of the Universe With the James Webb Space Telescope
Yes! No? Maybe So...: Amazing Answers to More Than 250 Mind-Blowing Questions
How to Survive in the Age of Pirates: A Handy Guide to Swashbuckling Adventures, Avoiding Deadly Diseases, and Escapin G the Ruthless Renegades of the High Seas
Explorer Academy Vela: The Sailor Cipher (Book 1)

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Deadliest Animals on the Planet
1,000 Facts About Sharks
National Geographic Kids Personality Quizzes
Ultimate Mammalpedia
The Ultimate Book of Reptiles: Your guide to the secret lives of these scaly, slithery, and spectacular creatures!
Not-So-Common Cents: Super Duper Important Facts About Money You Can't Afford to Miss
National Geographic Kids Why?: Over 1,111 Answers to Everything
Bite, Sting, Kill: The Incredible Science of Toxins, Venom, Fangs, and Stingers (National Geographic Kids)

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bsc bsc

Haha, yes!!
bsc bsc

Lots of volleyball, and big school projects, unfortunately.

techfashion0315 techfashion0315

This week's quote: “Stereotypes are more of what other people think of you than what you think of yourself” ~ Mōriah Smallbone. 😇 Have a great rest of your day!!
philliesphan287 philliesphan287

Hey everyone, sorry I haven't been active in a few days! I just got back from spring break!
victoria_wise victoria_wise

Just a Random question for BSC fans. Which character do you like the best in BSC? Mine is Mary Anne
rosie_posie rosie_posie

I think i'll be going with Stacey or dawn, but the other characters are amazing too! :)
bethanybeach bethanybeach

I mean Mallory is so sweet but I have to go with Claudia and Kristy's mom

bsc bsc

I love Dawn!
techfashion0315 techfashion0315

Dawn is my sister’s favorite too! Plus, WELCOME BACK!!! 🎉
victoria_wise victoria_wise

Hey everyone! Riddle Time! 1. I am so simple that I can only point, yet I guide people all over the world. 2. What has 13 hearts, but no other organs? 3. What is always in front of you but can't be seen? Answers will be posted on the total eclipse day!
rosie_posie rosie_posie

1. compass 2. cards 3. the future? air?
victoria_wise victoria_wise

Answers are 1. compass, 2. deck of cards, 3. the future!
halloween-virgo halloween-virgo

1.)Compass! 2.)Deck of cards! 3.)The future! Thank you!
techfashion0315 techfashion0315

Hello! 1. a compass? 2. an artichoke?! 😂 3. air? Thanks for the riddles!

ferndeafgal ferndeafgal

1. A compass? 2. A deck of cards! 3. I'm not sure, air?
iceyqueen iceyqueen

Hi! I think the first answer is a compass, the second is a deck of cards???, and maybe time or the future? Thanks for the quiz victoria_wise! I can't wait to see the answers!
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