Stuff Kids Should Know: The Mind-Blowing Histories of (Almost) Everything
WARNING: Contents of this book are cooler than they appear.
From the masterminds responsible for the beloved, award-winning podcast, Stuff You Should Know, comes a gut-busting and brain-bursting nonfiction book for young readers.
You know the deal. There's Language Arts, Math, Science and History. You have the color-coded folders and notebooks; you know the material. The classic subjects. But why isn't there a Stuff That Knocks Your Socks Off class, or Random Facts To Rock Your World?
Well, luckily, with Stuff Kids Should Know, an incomplete compendium of only the most interesting topics, you will find fascinating stories and facts that will melt your mind! From demolition derbies to Mr. Potato Head to the history of facial hair, this book is full of funny, surprising information that sparks curiosity and reveals the magic of knowledge.
For Josh Clark and Chuck Bryant, the founders of the massively popular podcast Stuff You Should Know, the everyday world can be extraordinary when you dig a little deeper into the “whys” and the “hows”. With plenty of clever insights, silly illustrations, and an array of topics, this book digs deeper into stuff we all wish we knew more about. After all, who thought a rock would be a good idea for a pet? Well, let’s find out…
Book At A Glance
# of Pages: 208
Book Binding: Hardcover
Year of Publication: 2023
Publisher: Henry Holt and Co.
Language: en
ISBN: 9781250622440
Creator Bio
Chuck Bryant, Josh Clark, and Nils Parker are the co-authors of the popular book, "Stuff Kids Should Know: The Mind-Blowing Histories of (Almost) Everything." Chuck Bryant is a writer, producer, and co-host of the popular podcast, Stuff You Should Know, which has been downloaded over a billion times. Josh Clark is also a writer and producer for the podcast, as well as a co-host of the spin-off show, Stuff You Should Know: The Short Stuff. Nils Parker is a screenwriter, author, and producer, with a knack for making complex concepts understandable and entertaining for all ages. Together, they have created a fun and informative book that will engage and educate young readers about a wide range of fascinating topics.
