50 Wacky Things Humans Do

50 Wacky Things Humans Do

Author: Walter Foster Jr. Creative Team

Publisher: Walter Foster Jr.

Published: 2017-12-05

Total Pages: 108

ISBN-13: 1633223965

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Did you know that a sneeze moves at about 100 mph? Or that an average person is 7.5 heads tall? Did you know that humans share 99.9 percent of their DNA with each other?


50 Wacky Things Humans Do

50 Wacky Things Humans Do

Author: Walter Foster Jr. Creative Team

Publisher: Walter Foster Jr

Published: 2017-12-01

Total Pages: 108

ISBN-13: 1633225879

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50 Wacky Things Humans Do describes 50 weird, wild, and unbelievable things the human body is able to do. Science has never been so much fun! Did you know that when you sneeze it rockets out at over one-hundred miles per hour? How about that the average person sheds about five hundred million skin cells every day? What about the fact that most of the cells in your body are not even human?! 50 Wacky Things Humans Do gives you the dirt on 50 unbelievably weird things about the human body that seem too crazy to be true, but are! Whether amazing, silly, or just plain gross, these peculiar and fascinating things about the human body will surprise and delight fun-fact lovers of all ages. 50 Wacky Things Humans Do is just one book in Walter Foster Jr.'s Wacky Series. Be sure to also check out 50 Wacky Things Animals Do, Wacky Inventions Throughout History, and 50 Wacky Things Pet Do.


50 Wacky Things Pets Do

50 Wacky Things Pets Do

Author: Heidi Fiedler

Publisher: Walter Foster Jr.

Published: 2018-05

Total Pages: 111

ISBN-13: 1633225208

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Learn about 50 weird and funny things pets do, like why dogs chase their tails and how cats land on their feet, along with other animal habits and personality quirks!


50 Wacky Inventions Throughout History

50 Wacky Inventions Throughout History

Author: Joe Rhatigan

Publisher: Walter Foster Jr

Published: 2017-06-01

Total Pages: 112

ISBN-13: 1633224430

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With 50 Wacky Inventions Throughout History, history has never been so fun--or wacky! Have you ever heard of a bike TV? Or a bird diaper? 50 Wacky Inventions Throughout History describes 50 inventions that seem too crazy to be true--but are! Whether useful, entertaining, or just plain silly, these mind-boggling inventions and gadgets from yesterday, today, and tomorrow will surprise and delight fun-fact lovers of all ages.


They Did What?!

They Did What?!

Author: Jeff Szpirglas

Publisher: Maple Tree

Published: 2005

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781897066225

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From pet rocks to turkey-and-gravy soda, to three-foot-high hairdos, and more, They Did What?! applauds the humor hiding within the (supposed) sophistication of humanity.


50 Wacky Things Animals Do

50 Wacky Things Animals Do

Author: Tricia Martineau Wagner

Publisher: Walter Foster Jr

Published: 2017-04-10

Total Pages: 112

ISBN-13: 163322421X

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Winner of ASJA's (American Society of Journalists and Authors) 2018 Annual Writing Awards for Children/Young Adult Nonfiction. 50 Wacky Things Animals Do is loaded with all the wacky, interesting, and sometimes gross things animals do that seem too crazy to be true, but are! The planet Earth is a big place, and it's filled with all kinds of animals that do some pretty crazy things! For example, did you know that giraffes clean their ears with their tongues? Or that food passes through a giant squid's brain before going to its stomach? It's true! 50 Wacky Things Animals Do describes 50 unbelievable animals and the things they do that seem too crazy to be true - but are! Whether incredible, funny, or just plain gross, these peculiar and fascinating animal behaviors will surprise and delight fun-fact lovers and future zoologists alike. You'll have so much fun you'll be doing handstands like you were a skunk (something they really do!) and laughing like a hyena (how they really communicate!).


50 Wacky Things Pets Do

50 Wacky Things Pets Do

Author: Heidi Fiedler

Publisher: Walter Foster Jr

Published: 2018-05-01

Total Pages: 109

ISBN-13: 1633225216

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Have you ever wondered why your dog chases its tail or how your cat manages to land on its feet every time? 50 Wacky Things Pets Do takes an up-close look at all the weird and funny things our pets do, from dogs snacking on poop and guppies jumping out of tanks, to cats meowing and ferrets dancing happily. Paired with equally wacky illustrations, 50 wild and incredible facts are presented, along with educational information about each animal’s habits and personality quirks. Whether seriously strange or downright silly, these wacky facts are sure to delight kids while they learn all about pets and their peculiarities.


They Did What?!

They Did What?!

Author: Jeff Szpirglas

Publisher: Maple Tree

Published: 2005

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781897066232

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Famous bloopers, baffling behavior, and quirky events of times past and present.


Why Do We Do That? - 101 Random, Interesting, and Wacky Things Humans Do - The Facts, Science, & Trivia of Why We Do What We Do!

Why Do We Do That? - 101 Random, Interesting, and Wacky Things Humans Do - The Facts, Science, & Trivia of Why We Do What We Do!

Author: Scott Matthews

Publisher:

Published: 2023-11-08

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781922531902

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Curious about the origin of leaving milk and cookies for Santa and how this delightful tradition came to symbolize kindness and hospitality during the festive season? Ever wondered about the reasons behind celebrating gender reveal parties and what makes them so special to expecting parents and their loved ones? Do you know the significance behind clinking glasses and saying 'cheers' as a gesture of togetherness and celebration? Embark on an extraordinary journey through the complexities of human actions with Why Do We Do That?! In this captivating book, we explore 101 intriguing and puzzling habits, backed by historic insights and fascinating trivia that will leave you awe-struck. Discover the hidden truths behind the actions that baffle us all. Unravel the history and facts behind particular practices we do, and you'll gain a deeper understanding of human nature, fascinating both yourself and others. Within the pages of this book, you will: Explore Human Curiosities: Delve into 101 entertaining and puzzling habits, shedding light on the intriguing aspects of human life. Understand Human Psychology: Learn about the motivations behind our actions, demystifying our behavior. Connect with Trivia: Engage in a plethora of interesting trivia and fun facts, providing endless conversation starters and ice-breakers. Deepen Your Knowledge: Acquire a comprehensive understanding of human nature and our habits, enriching your understanding of yourself and others. Amaze and Educate: Impress your friends, family, and colleagues with an array of fascinating insights into human behavior. Uncover the fascinating enigma of human behavior in Why Do We Do That? Engaging and enlightening, this book invites you to explore the quirky, strange, and awe-inspiring actions that make us uniquely human. Don't wait any longer - grab your copy now to embark on this captivating journey of self-discovery and understanding today!


Behave

Behave

Author: Robert M. Sapolsky

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2018-05-01

Total Pages: 801

ISBN-13: 0143110918

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New York Times bestseller • Winner of the Los Angeles Times Book Prize • One of the Washington Post's 10 Best Books of the Year “It’s no exaggeration to say that Behave is one of the best nonfiction books I’ve ever read.” —David P. Barash, The Wall Street Journal "It has my vote for science book of the year.” —Parul Sehgal, The New York Times "Immensely readable, often hilarious...Hands-down one of the best books I’ve read in years. I loved it." —Dina Temple-Raston, The Washington Post From the bestselling author of A Primate's Memoir and the forthcoming Determined: A Science of Life Without Free Will comes a landmark, genre-defining examination of human behavior and an answer to the question: Why do we do the things we do? Behave is one of the most dazzling tours d’horizon of the science of human behavior ever attempted. Moving across a range of disciplines, Sapolsky—a neuroscientist and primatologist—uncovers the hidden story of our actions. Undertaking some of our thorniest questions relating to tribalism and xenophobia, hierarchy and competition, and war and peace, Behave is a towering achievement—a majestic synthesis of cutting-edge research and a heroic exploration of why we ultimately do the things we do . . . for good and for ill.