True or False?
Discover the most unbelievable, mind-boggling facts with True or False? Do we only use 10% of our brains. Does lightning never strike twice. Was penicillin invented by mistake. True or False? Look inside DK's True or False? encyclopedia and find out whether these common sayings are true or false! Packed with amazing fun facts for kids, unbelievable statistics and common sayings True or False? reveals the truth! Covering lots of weird facts and fascinating topics, for example, did you know that you are taller in the morning than in the evening or that Sunflowers follow the Sun across the sky. From animals and people to space and science, each true or false question is proved right or wrong, and is full of colourful pictures, photographs and infographics that bring each subject to life! Plus you'll discover incredible facts and statistics to wow your family and friends too. The perfect gift for Christmas or birthdays this book is packed with fun facts for kids with inquisitive minds. Remember! Next time you're told Pluto is a planet or spinach makes you strong make sure you have True or False? handy!
About the Author
Andrea Mills
Richard Walker is an award-winning author of books about natural history and human biology for both children and adults, including Kingfisher Knowledge: Microscopic Life. He has a Ph.D. in zoology. As a former biology teacher he has a practical understanding of the importance of accessible reference materials. Professor Peter C. Doherty jointly won the Nobel Prize for Physiology or Medicine in 1996 for the discovery of how the immune system recognizes virus-infected cells.
Jack Challoner is the author of more than thirty books on science and technology. He also works as an independent science consultant for print, radio and TV.
- Hardcover: 192 pages
- Publisher: DK Children (October 1, 2014)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 1409347958
- ISBN-13: 978-1409347958
- Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 0.8 x 11.2 inches
- Shipping Weight: 2.3 pounds
