With the release of the 10th book in the Weird But True! main series, things just got WEIRDER and it’s time to celebrate!
One of the things we have always loved about the National Geographic Kids Weird But True! books is that they don’t have to be read from start to finish like a chapter book. You can open them up anytime you have a few free minutes to any page for some fun and amazing facts. With topics like science, space, weather, geography, food, pop culture, and just about everything else you can think of there's something that will peek all the kiddos interests. Curious what's inside? Here's a little fun fact out of one of the books: 99% of people can’t lick their elbows — but 90% of people who read this will try! Be honest you're thinking about it right now aren't you? I know I did!
Here is a brief description of the books I received:
• Weird But True! 10 (ages 8-12, $8.99) is the latest release in the main Weird But True! series and books 1-9 has been refreshed and expanded to include 50 MORE facts than the original releases (that’s 350 facts per book if you are counting!)! Did you know that ears are self-cleaning, or that itching is contagious? It's all totally weird ... but true! Each of the ten books of this main series contains 350 surprising and amazing facts about topics like science, space, weather, geography, food, pop culture, and just about everything else under the sun, presented with fascinating photos and illustrations.
• Weird But True! Know-It-All Greek Mythology (ages 8-12, $12.99) - The newest in the WBT book family, WBT Know-It-All focuses on a specific topics structured into profiles. Weird But True! Know-It-All Greek Mythology includes everything kids need to know about all their favorite Greek gods, heroes, monsters, quests, muses, and famous philosophers. From who gave mankind fire to famous fatal flaws to who stood guard at the Underworld, this book includes all the iconic Greek myths and key characters — and then goes one wonderfully weird step beyond.
• Weird But True! Cool and Crazy Sticker Doodle Book (ages 8-12, $12.99) - Get ready for even more DO-IT-YOURSELF weirdness in the latest Weird But True! Sticker Doodle title. With each turn of the page kids learn new information and get to try new wacky activities, from doodling prompts to crosswords, mazes to picture puzzles. This book unleashes kids' creativity in a uniquely Nat Geo Kids way. Discover amazing weird facts and then doodle, draw, or color away right on the page. Did you know that some American soldiers once rode camels instead of horses? Draw some other unexpected animal mounts! Did you know that some ice-cream trucks serve scoops just for dogs? Create some other gourmet masterpieces for your canine companion. Enhance your wacky masterpieces with 150 fun stickers included in the book. Let your kids’ creativity run wild for hours on end in this perfect boredom-buster for rainy days, car rides, or any time.
• Weird But True! Christmas ages (8-12, $8.99) - A bit different than the main Weird But True! series, this title is focused on one theme — spreading holiday cheer with festive far-out facts about Christmas! Makes a terrific stocking stuffer.
And if the books aren't enough to keep your kiddo entertained be sure to check out the Weird But True! website. There you can find videos, games, and lots more educational and entertaining content.
Win it: One lucky reader will win a National Geographic Kids Weird But True! Mega Prize Pack (ARV $130). Prize pack includes: Weird But True! books 1-10, Weird But True! Know-It-All Greek Mythology, Weird But True! Cool and Crazy Sticker Doodle Book, Weird But True! Christmas, and a handy Weird But True! bag to carry this big haul of books!
This giveaway will end November 30th at 11:59 PM EST. The winner will have 24 hours to respond to my email. If no response, a new winner will be chosen. Prize fulfillment will be made by the sponsor, I am not responsible for prize delivery or lost or stolen deliveries. Open to residents of the US.
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