Weird but True 2024

Kathryn Williams joins me to talk about “Weird but True World 2024 – Incredible Facts, Awesome Photos, and Weird Wonders for this Year and Beyond” on this edition of "The Kids' Bookshelf."

Kathryn Williams has been editing and, on occasion, writing and illustrating children's books at National Geographic Kids for 7 years... and she really likes discovering weird stuff!

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Book Description (From Amazon Listing)

The blockbuster kid-favorite series Weird But True! is back with another annual volume of new, true, mind-blowing oddities for 2024 ... and beyond!

Discover Earth’s strangest natural wonders, animals, festivals, ancient architecture, news, and more in this annual compendium of everything Weird But True! fans love ... and then some. Readers will journey across the seven continents, dive into the ocean, and even blast off into space to discover a whole wide world of weird. From volcano-surfing in Nicaragua to a beach in Japan where the "sand" is shaped like stars to extreme ironing competitions in the United Kingdom, Weird But True! World offers an unparalleled adventure-filled exploration of our world’s amazing uniqueness.

This BIG, BOLD annual extravaganza is updated each year with NEW “world's weirdest” winners from around the globe, weird news, fresh facts, and strange sites, animals, and events for every continent.

Inside, you’ll find:
Stunning photographs
Wild, wow-worthy facts
Wacky news
Shocking stats and infographics
Colorful maps
Personality quizzes
Adorable odd animals
And more!

This book is perfect for any curious kid—or kid at heart—willing to embrace the quirky side of life.

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Here is a link to purchase a copy of "Weird but True! 2024" - https://www.amazon.com/Weird-But-True...

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Hi!, I'm Dan Skinner. Thanks for watching this interview. "The Kids' Bookshelf" is a channel for adults looking for age-appropriate books for the children in their lives. The series features interviews with authors and illustrators of children's books including picture books, chapter books, and middle-grade books. Viewers will learn about the inspiration for the books, what themes are explored in the books, and see sample illustrations. The series also provides a sneak peek into the creative process of the authors and illustrators.

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