1,000 Amazing Gross Facts

Author DK
Dive into a world of gross facts and discover the secret science of everything icky and sticky. 

This irresistibly disgusting book for children will teach you all you need to know about all kinds of animal and human waste and goo – what it’s for, how it’s made, where it goes, and lots more. 

Did you know that the global population produces more than a million tons of poo every day? Or that the ancient Egyptians used animal excrement in their medicine? That sea cucumbers can vomit their sticky insides when threatened, yet still survive? Children aged 9+ will love all these facts and more, presented either with jaw-dropping CGI illustrations or eye-popping photography – plus additional boxes feature diagrams that make information easy to understand. 

Celebrate your child's curiosity as they explore:

- 1,000 jaw-dropping, mind-blowing facts that will be sure to wow family and friends. 
- Stunning CGI graphics, fun visual comparisons, and diagrams make stats and facts easy to understand.
- Science boxes that are illustrated with engaging diagrams to explain information.
- Simple and easy to understand images explaining the science behind the weird and wonderful facts.

This book of gross, mind-blowing facts will make the ideal gift for kids who love all things weird and wonderful - especially slime and goo! With endlessly interesting information and incredible visuals, 1,000 Amazing Gross Facts is the perfect way to entertain and amuse your friends, family, and yourself.  In fact, you’ll never look at poo, goop, and gunk in the same way again!

More in the Series

If you like 1,000 Amazing Gross Facts then why not complete the collection? Journey to the Jurassic era with 1,000 Amazing Dinosaur Facts and learn mind-boggling facts about the scariest animals ever to walk the Earth!
We believe in the power of discovery. That's why we create books for everyone that explore ideas and nurture curiosity about the world we live in.
 
From first words to the Big Bang, from the wonders of nature to city adventures, you will find expert knowledge, hours of fun and endless inspiration in the pages of our books. 

https://www.dk.com/ View titles by DK
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Dive into a world of gross facts and discover the secret science of everything icky and sticky. 

This irresistibly disgusting book for children will teach you all you need to know about all kinds of animal and human waste and goo – what it’s for, how it’s made, where it goes, and lots more. 

Did you know that the global population produces more than a million tons of poo every day? Or that the ancient Egyptians used animal excrement in their medicine? That sea cucumbers can vomit their sticky insides when threatened, yet still survive? Children aged 9+ will love all these facts and more, presented either with jaw-dropping CGI illustrations or eye-popping photography – plus additional boxes feature diagrams that make information easy to understand. 

Celebrate your child's curiosity as they explore:

- 1,000 jaw-dropping, mind-blowing facts that will be sure to wow family and friends. 
- Stunning CGI graphics, fun visual comparisons, and diagrams make stats and facts easy to understand.
- Science boxes that are illustrated with engaging diagrams to explain information.
- Simple and easy to understand images explaining the science behind the weird and wonderful facts.

This book of gross, mind-blowing facts will make the ideal gift for kids who love all things weird and wonderful - especially slime and goo! With endlessly interesting information and incredible visuals, 1,000 Amazing Gross Facts is the perfect way to entertain and amuse your friends, family, and yourself.  In fact, you’ll never look at poo, goop, and gunk in the same way again!

More in the Series

If you like 1,000 Amazing Gross Facts then why not complete the collection? Journey to the Jurassic era with 1,000 Amazing Dinosaur Facts and learn mind-boggling facts about the scariest animals ever to walk the Earth!

Author

We believe in the power of discovery. That's why we create books for everyone that explore ideas and nurture curiosity about the world we live in.
 
From first words to the Big Bang, from the wonders of nature to city adventures, you will find expert knowledge, hours of fun and endless inspiration in the pages of our books. 

https://www.dk.com/ View titles by DK

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