The Bleeding Glacier of Antarctica: A 15-Minute Strange But True Tale
by Jeannie Meekins
Price: $0.99 USD. 2020 words.
Published by LearningIsland.com on March 22, 2013. Nonfiction.
McMurdo Dry Valleys in Antarctica is one of the world’s cruelest deserts. Not all deserts are hot, dry places full of sand. In the Dry Valleys are a number of ice covered lakes. Some are saltwater. Some are freshwater. Each is different in its composition. Glaciers border the valleys. It is here, in Taylor Valley, that one of the strangest features on Earth has been discovered–a bleeding glacier!
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Saint George: Dragon Slayer
by Jeannie Meekins
Price: $0.99 USD. 2800 words. Published by LearningIsland.com on March 22, 2013. Nonfiction.
St George, defender of the helpless and slayer of dragons is a saint honored by many countries and many religions. He is as popular with Muslims and Jews as he is with Christians. How could this happen? We know dragons never existed. How could someone be so well known and honored worldwide for something that could never have happened? Find out about the life of this man who slew a dragon.
Price: $0.99 USD. 2800 words. Published by LearningIsland.com on March 22, 2013. Nonfiction.
St George, defender of the helpless and slayer of dragons is a saint honored by many countries and many religions. He is as popular with Muslims and Jews as he is with Christians. How could this happen? We know dragons never existed. How could someone be so well known and honored worldwide for something that could never have happened? Find out about the life of this man who slew a dragon.
Under the Bridge
by Jeannie Meekins
Price: $0.99 USD. 7490 words. Published on March 13, 2013. Fiction.
Life can be tough when you’re different – and school can be a nightmare. Kyle helps new kid, Michael, see the world through different eyes. Together, they show their class’s tough kids that it’s impossible to see what’s inside someone when you only look on the surface.
Price: $0.99 USD. 7490 words. Published on March 13, 2013. Fiction.
Life can be tough when you’re different – and school can be a nightmare. Kyle helps new kid, Michael, see the world through different eyes. Together, they show their class’s tough kids that it’s impossible to see what’s inside someone when you only look on the surface.
Saint Valentine: The Man Who Became the Patron Saint of Love
by Jeannie Meekins
Price: $0.99 USD. 2560 words. Published by LearningIsland.com on March 4, 2013. Nonfiction.
You’ve probably heard of Saint Valentine’s Day. You may have given someone a card or a present. You may even have done it in secret, and watched the look of happiness on their face. But what do you really know about the person who inspired one of the most popular days of the year? Read this 15-minute biography to find out about the three men who may have become Saint Valentine.
Price: $0.99 USD. 2560 words. Published by LearningIsland.com on March 4, 2013. Nonfiction.
You’ve probably heard of Saint Valentine’s Day. You may have given someone a card or a present. You may even have done it in secret, and watched the look of happiness on their face. But what do you really know about the person who inspired one of the most popular days of the year? Read this 15-minute biography to find out about the three men who may have become Saint Valentine.
14 Fun Facts About the Danube
by Jeannie Meekins
Price: $0.99 USD. 2880 words. Published by LearningIsland.com on March 4, 2013. Nonfiction.
The Danube is a romantic river. It begins in the Black Forest of Germany, slashes gorges through the mountains and meanders along broad plains. Many castles and palaces have been built along its banks. Many cities have been built, destroyed and rebuilt. A truly international river, it is a source of travel and trade for many European countries. Discover some fun facts about this fascinating river.
Price: $0.99 USD. 2880 words. Published by LearningIsland.com on March 4, 2013. Nonfiction.
The Danube is a romantic river. It begins in the Black Forest of Germany, slashes gorges through the mountains and meanders along broad plains. Many castles and palaces have been built along its banks. Many cities have been built, destroyed and rebuilt. A truly international river, it is a source of travel and trade for many European countries. Discover some fun facts about this fascinating river.
101 Fun Facts About the Solar System
by Jeannie Meekins
Price: $4.99 USD. 17930 words. Published by LearningIsland.com on March 4, 2013. Nonfiction.
You may think the Solar System consists of the sun and the eight planets that orbit around it. However, there are other things out there. There are comets, moons, asteroids, meteors, dust, ice, rock and much more. Plus there is a whole lot of man made junk. Do you know: Where is The Main Asteroid Belt? Are all the dwarf planets out beyond Pluto? What formed the Kuiper Belt? Find out in this book.
Price: $4.99 USD. 17930 words. Published by LearningIsland.com on March 4, 2013. Nonfiction.
You may think the Solar System consists of the sun and the eight planets that orbit around it. However, there are other things out there. There are comets, moons, asteroids, meteors, dust, ice, rock and much more. Plus there is a whole lot of man made junk. Do you know: Where is The Main Asteroid Belt? Are all the dwarf planets out beyond Pluto? What formed the Kuiper Belt? Find out in this book.
14 Fun Facts About the Kuiper Belt and the Oort Cloud
by Jeannie Meekins
Price: $0.99 USD. 3070 words. Published by LearningIsland.com on December 2, 2012. Nonfiction.
It was once thought that our solar system ended at Saturn. Then the first telescopes revealed Uranus and Neptune. Differences in the calculations of the gravity of these giants set off another search and Pluto was discovered. Pluto was then thought to be the last planet of our solar system. Beyond it was empty space – until astronomers started looking at comets. That's when they discovered more!
Price: $0.99 USD. 3070 words. Published by LearningIsland.com on December 2, 2012. Nonfiction.
It was once thought that our solar system ended at Saturn. Then the first telescopes revealed Uranus and Neptune. Differences in the calculations of the gravity of these giants set off another search and Pluto was discovered. Pluto was then thought to be the last planet of our solar system. Beyond it was empty space – until astronomers started looking at comets. That's when they discovered more!
14 Fun Facts About Dwarf Planets: A 15-Minute Book
by Jeannie Meekins
Price: $0.99 USD. 2550 words. Published by LearningIsland.com on December 2, 2012. Nonfiction.
More space objects have been found beyond Pluto, in a region known as the Kuiper Belt. In 2003, Eris was discovered and found to be larger than Pluto. It was put forward as a tenth planet. This caused much debate among astronomers. Are there more, larger objects in our solar system? How many? Are they all to be considered planets? Find out more about dwarf planets and how they came to be.
Price: $0.99 USD. 2550 words. Published by LearningIsland.com on December 2, 2012. Nonfiction.
More space objects have been found beyond Pluto, in a region known as the Kuiper Belt. In 2003, Eris was discovered and found to be larger than Pluto. It was put forward as a tenth planet. This caused much debate among astronomers. Are there more, larger objects in our solar system? How many? Are they all to be considered planets? Find out more about dwarf planets and how they came to be.
14 Fun Facts About the Yangtze: A 15-Minute Book
by Jeannie Meekins
Price: $0.99 USD. 2880 words. Published by LearningIsland.com on December 2, 2012. Nonfiction.
The Yangtze River is known by many names. From its headwaters in the glaciers of Tibet, it drops nearly 16,000 feet (5000 metres) on its journey to the East China Sea. For millions of years it has cut its path through mountains and deep gorges and along broad, flat valley plains, taking water from thousands of rivers and lakes. Here are some fun facts about this magnificent river.
Price: $0.99 USD. 2880 words. Published by LearningIsland.com on December 2, 2012. Nonfiction.
The Yangtze River is known by many names. From its headwaters in the glaciers of Tibet, it drops nearly 16,000 feet (5000 metres) on its journey to the East China Sea. For millions of years it has cut its path through mountains and deep gorges and along broad, flat valley plains, taking water from thousands of rivers and lakes. Here are some fun facts about this magnificent river.
By Any Other Name
by Jeannie Meekins
Price: $4.99 USD. 199780 words. Published on September 15, 2012. Fiction.
What a father will do to protect his son and what a son will do to save his father. "It had been twenty years since I had seen my father..." For as long as he can remember, Declan has loved his father, Michael. He has also been aware of the strange... something... between his father and the powerful Mr Cantala.
Price: $4.99 USD. 199780 words. Published on September 15, 2012. Fiction.
What a father will do to protect his son and what a son will do to save his father. "It had been twenty years since I had seen my father..." For as long as he can remember, Declan has loved his father, Michael. He has also been aware of the strange... something... between his father and the powerful Mr Cantala.
14 Fun Facts About the River Thames: A 15-Minute Book
by Jeannie Meekins
Price: $0.99 USD. 2580 words. Published by LearningIsland.com on September 7, 2012. Nonfiction.
The River Thames has a colorful history. It was a river highway before railways and roads were built. It brought flood, disease and death to thousands of Londoners. Today it contains over 80 islands, 200 bridges, 20 tunnels, 45 locks, six public ferries and one ford. Yet it still reminds us of its history with an average of one body a week being found in its waters. Find out more in this fun book.
Price: $0.99 USD. 2580 words. Published by LearningIsland.com on September 7, 2012. Nonfiction.
The River Thames has a colorful history. It was a river highway before railways and roads were built. It brought flood, disease and death to thousands of Londoners. Today it contains over 80 islands, 200 bridges, 20 tunnels, 45 locks, six public ferries and one ford. Yet it still reminds us of its history with an average of one body a week being found in its waters. Find out more in this fun book.
14 Fun Facts About Noses: A 15-Minute Book
by Jeannie Meekins
Price: $0.99 USD. 2620 words. Published by LearningIsland.com on September 7, 2012. Nonfiction.
Noses are wonderful. They help us breathe. They are lined with mucous and hairs called cilia, which trap germs and tiny particles that can make us sick. They generate quarts (litres) of snot. They let us smell flowers and freshly baked foods. They also warn us of dangers from fires, rotten food or last week’s gym bag. Learn more about this wonderful part of your body in this fun, fact-filled book.
Price: $0.99 USD. 2620 words. Published by LearningIsland.com on September 7, 2012. Nonfiction.
Noses are wonderful. They help us breathe. They are lined with mucous and hairs called cilia, which trap germs and tiny particles that can make us sick. They generate quarts (litres) of snot. They let us smell flowers and freshly baked foods. They also warn us of dangers from fires, rotten food or last week’s gym bag. Learn more about this wonderful part of your body in this fun, fact-filled book.
14 Fun Facts About Eyes: A 15-Minute Book
by Jeannie Meekins
Price: $0.99 USD. 2680 words. Published by LearningIsland.com on September 7, 2012. Nonfiction.
Our eyes are round objects that sit at the halfway point of our head. They are about one inch (25 mm) in diameter and come in a variety of colors. They allow us to see all the wonders of the world and beyond. We still don’t understand exactly how they work in transforming light into color and objects, but they do, and it’s amazing. Learn more about eyes in this fun, fact-filled book!
Price: $0.99 USD. 2680 words. Published by LearningIsland.com on September 7, 2012. Nonfiction.
Our eyes are round objects that sit at the halfway point of our head. They are about one inch (25 mm) in diameter and come in a variety of colors. They allow us to see all the wonders of the world and beyond. We still don’t understand exactly how they work in transforming light into color and objects, but they do, and it’s amazing. Learn more about eyes in this fun, fact-filled book!
14 Fun Facts About the Nile: A 15-Minute Book
by Jeannie Meekins
Price: $0.99 USD. 2710 words. Published by LearningIsland.com on September 7, 2012. Nonfiction.
The Nile River has amazed people for thousands of years. It runs opposite from most river systems. It floods for miles, pushing back the desert and providing farming lands for civilizations to thrive. It fills a massive swamp and has canyons and waterfalls. Most of its course is through the desert, yet it never runs dry. Learn more about this amazing river in this fun, short book.
Price: $0.99 USD. 2710 words. Published by LearningIsland.com on September 7, 2012. Nonfiction.
The Nile River has amazed people for thousands of years. It runs opposite from most river systems. It floods for miles, pushing back the desert and providing farming lands for civilizations to thrive. It fills a massive swamp and has canyons and waterfalls. Most of its course is through the desert, yet it never runs dry. Learn more about this amazing river in this fun, short book.
14 Fun Facts About Asteroids: A 15-Minute Book
by Jeannie Meekins
Price: $0.99 USD. 2410 words. Published by LearningIsland.com on September 7, 2012. Nonfiction.
Lying between Mars and Jupiter, The Main Asteroid Belt was once thought to be the remnants of an exploded planet or the beginnings of a planet that never formed. How much do you know about asteroids? Do you know: Where is The Main Asteroid Belt? What was the first asteroid discovered? How much mass does The Main Asteroid Belt have? Find out the answer to these questions and more.
Price: $0.99 USD. 2410 words. Published by LearningIsland.com on September 7, 2012. Nonfiction.
Lying between Mars and Jupiter, The Main Asteroid Belt was once thought to be the remnants of an exploded planet or the beginnings of a planet that never formed. How much do you know about asteroids? Do you know: Where is The Main Asteroid Belt? What was the first asteroid discovered? How much mass does The Main Asteroid Belt have? Find out the answer to these questions and more.
14 Fun Facts About Yosemite: A 15-Minute Book
by Jeannie Meekins
Price: $0.99 USD. 2400 words. Published by LearningIsland.com on September 7, 2012. Nonfiction.
As the Ice Age retreated, the Sierra Nevada mountain range and Yosemite were left uncovered. How much do you know about Yosemite? Do you know: What was the longest glacier in Yosemite? Are there any glaciers in Yosemite today? How many meadows does Yosemite have? What plant is among the largest and oldest living things on earth? What is frazil ice? Find out more in this book.
Price: $0.99 USD. 2400 words. Published by LearningIsland.com on September 7, 2012. Nonfiction.
As the Ice Age retreated, the Sierra Nevada mountain range and Yosemite were left uncovered. How much do you know about Yosemite? Do you know: What was the longest glacier in Yosemite? Are there any glaciers in Yosemite today? How many meadows does Yosemite have? What plant is among the largest and oldest living things on earth? What is frazil ice? Find out more in this book.
Courtney Case and the Pobblebonk
by Jeannie Meekins
Price: $0.99 USD. 5750 words. Published by LearningIsland.com on September 7, 2012. Fiction.
My name is Courtney Case. I live in Australia. In my spare time, I’m a Private Detective. I’ve got my best friend and trusty sidekick, Laura, to take notes, and my cat, Maggie. Together, we form the Courtney Case Detective Agency – No Case Too Small. Being a Private Detective isn’t always about crime. Things can get lost or go missing by accident. That’s where I’m happy to help, like in this case.
Price: $0.99 USD. 5750 words. Published by LearningIsland.com on September 7, 2012. Fiction.
My name is Courtney Case. I live in Australia. In my spare time, I’m a Private Detective. I’ve got my best friend and trusty sidekick, Laura, to take notes, and my cat, Maggie. Together, we form the Courtney Case Detective Agency – No Case Too Small. Being a Private Detective isn’t always about crime. Things can get lost or go missing by accident. That’s where I’m happy to help, like in this case.
14 Fun Facts About the Space Shuttle: A 15-Minute Book
by Jeannie Meekins
Price: $0.99 USD. 2800 words. Published by LearningIsland.com on August 5, 2012. Nonfiction.
What is a Space Shuttle? How can something that can’t fly go into space? Do astronauts get space sick? This book answers all these questions and more, plus everyone’s favorite: How do astronauts go to the toilet? This book was written in 2007, prior to the end of the space shuttle program. While the program no longer exists, this book is still of interest to those interested in space travel.
Price: $0.99 USD. 2800 words. Published by LearningIsland.com on August 5, 2012. Nonfiction.
What is a Space Shuttle? How can something that can’t fly go into space? Do astronauts get space sick? This book answers all these questions and more, plus everyone’s favorite: How do astronauts go to the toilet? This book was written in 2007, prior to the end of the space shuttle program. While the program no longer exists, this book is still of interest to those interested in space travel.
The Mysterious Lines at Nazca
by Jeannie Meekins
Price: $0.99 USD. 2550 words. Published by LearningIsland.com on August 5, 2012. Nonfiction.
In the 1920s, the first airplanes began to fly over the Peruvian mountains. Passengers looking out their windows said they could see lines on the Nazca plateau below. The lines looked like runways where airplanes could land. They could also see animals and other objects. There are birds, monkeys, spiders, a killer whale, plants and flowers. There are human like figures. These are the Nazca lines.
Price: $0.99 USD. 2550 words. Published by LearningIsland.com on August 5, 2012. Nonfiction.
In the 1920s, the first airplanes began to fly over the Peruvian mountains. Passengers looking out their windows said they could see lines on the Nazca plateau below. The lines looked like runways where airplanes could land. They could also see animals and other objects. There are birds, monkeys, spiders, a killer whale, plants and flowers. There are human like figures. These are the Nazca lines.
14 Fun Facts About the Solar System: A 15-Minute Book
by Jeannie Meekins
Price: $0.99 USD. 2220 words. Published by LearningIsland.com on July 4, 2012. Nonfiction.
You may think the Solar System consists of the sun and the eight planets that orbit around it. However, there are other things out there. There are comets, moons, asteroids, meteors, dust, ice, rock and much more. Plus there is a whole lot of man made junk. How much do you know about the solar system? Find out more in this fun fact-filled book!
Price: $0.99 USD. 2220 words. Published by LearningIsland.com on July 4, 2012. Nonfiction.
You may think the Solar System consists of the sun and the eight planets that orbit around it. However, there are other things out there. There are comets, moons, asteroids, meteors, dust, ice, rock and much more. Plus there is a whole lot of man made junk. How much do you know about the solar system? Find out more in this fun fact-filled book!
A Head For Ned: Midnight Ghosts Book #3
by Jeannie Meekins
Price: $0.99 USD. 3540 words. Published by LearningIsland.com on May 17, 2012. Fiction.
Simon was looking out his bedroom window. A full moon was just clearing the horizon. Huge and glowing in the night sky, it lit up the ground. It cast long, dark shadows of houses, trees and lamp posts into the night. Simon smiled. Another cemetery tour would be on. He wanted to go back and see Lisa and Jack. Strange that he only ever saw them on such nights. And in the cemetery!
Price: $0.99 USD. 3540 words. Published by LearningIsland.com on May 17, 2012. Fiction.
Simon was looking out his bedroom window. A full moon was just clearing the horizon. Huge and glowing in the night sky, it lit up the ground. It cast long, dark shadows of houses, trees and lamp posts into the night. Simon smiled. Another cemetery tour would be on. He wanted to go back and see Lisa and Jack. Strange that he only ever saw them on such nights. And in the cemetery!
A Seat at the Theatre: Midnight Ghosts Book #2
by Jeannie Meekins
Price: $0.99 USD. 3580 words. Published by LearningIsland.com on May 17, 2012. Fiction.
Simon sat at his desk in his room, doing homework. A tapping on the window distracted him. He looked up and saw Lisa and Jack. Simon went to the window and opened it. “What are you doing here?” he asked. Lisa ignored his question. “Do you want to come with us? We’re going to the cemetery.” Are there such things as ghosts? And what will Simon find in the cemetery at night?
Price: $0.99 USD. 3580 words. Published by LearningIsland.com on May 17, 2012. Fiction.
Simon sat at his desk in his room, doing homework. A tapping on the window distracted him. He looked up and saw Lisa and Jack. Simon went to the window and opened it. “What are you doing here?” he asked. Lisa ignored his question. “Do you want to come with us? We’re going to the cemetery.” Are there such things as ghosts? And what will Simon find in the cemetery at night?
A Ghost at Midnight: A Scary Ghost Story
by Jeannie Meekins
Price: $0.99 USD. 4210 words. Published by LearningIsland.com on May 17, 2012. Fiction.
“Are you ready for our trip tonight?” Simon’s mom asked. “Mom, it’s a cemetery.” “I know. Isn’t it exciting?” Mom’s face lit up. “Lots of famous people are there.” “But only dead people live in a cemetery,” said Simon. “Now, Simon. You know there’s no such thing as ghosts,” said Mom. “Just think how much fun it will be." Find out what happens to Simon in this creepy cemetery tale.
Price: $0.99 USD. 4210 words. Published by LearningIsland.com on May 17, 2012. Fiction.
“Are you ready for our trip tonight?” Simon’s mom asked. “Mom, it’s a cemetery.” “I know. Isn’t it exciting?” Mom’s face lit up. “Lots of famous people are there.” “But only dead people live in a cemetery,” said Simon. “Now, Simon. You know there’s no such thing as ghosts,” said Mom. “Just think how much fun it will be." Find out what happens to Simon in this creepy cemetery tale.
14 Fun Facts About Yellowstone: A 15-Minute Book
by Jeannie Meekins
Price: $0.99 USD. 2580 words. Published by LearningIsland.com on January 22, 2012. Nonfiction.
Yellowstone Park is full of hot springs, geysers and grizzly bears. It also has stone forests, glass cliffs, a glacial lake and colorful canyons created by rivers and waterfalls. All of this is fuelled by a supervolcano that could erupt, killing millions of people and devastating the world’s climate for years. So how much do you know about this fantastic place?Discover some fun facts in this book.
Price: $0.99 USD. 2580 words. Published by LearningIsland.com on January 22, 2012. Nonfiction.
Yellowstone Park is full of hot springs, geysers and grizzly bears. It also has stone forests, glass cliffs, a glacial lake and colorful canyons created by rivers and waterfalls. All of this is fuelled by a supervolcano that could erupt, killing millions of people and devastating the world’s climate for years. So how much do you know about this fantastic place?Discover some fun facts in this book.
14 Fun Facts About the Sun: A 15-Minute Book
by Jeannie Meekins
Price: $0.99 USD. 2430 words. Published by LearningIsland.com on January 15, 2012. Nonfiction.
Our sun is an average star in our galaxy: a sphere of burning gas that provides light and heat. So how much do you know about this glowing mass that controls our world. Do you know: What is the sun made up of? How long does it take the sun to orbit the center of our galaxy? How many layers of atmosphere does the sun have? Learn more about the Sun and amaze your friends with these fun facts.
Price: $0.99 USD. 2430 words. Published by LearningIsland.com on January 15, 2012. Nonfiction.
Our sun is an average star in our galaxy: a sphere of burning gas that provides light and heat. So how much do you know about this glowing mass that controls our world. Do you know: What is the sun made up of? How long does it take the sun to orbit the center of our galaxy? How many layers of atmosphere does the sun have? Learn more about the Sun and amaze your friends with these fun facts.
14 Fun Facts About the Grand Canyon: A 15-Minute Book
by Jeannie Meekins
Price: $0.99 USD. 2510 words. Published by LearningIsland.com on January 15, 2012. Nonfiction.
The Grand Canyon was cut into the Arizona landscape millions of years ago. It is one of the greatest natural wonders of the world. How much do you know about the Grand Canyon? How does the canyon tell us the history of life on Earth? How was the canyon formed? The canyon should have been twice as deep as it is. Why isn’t it? Learn more about the Grand Canyon with these fun facts.
Price: $0.99 USD. 2510 words. Published by LearningIsland.com on January 15, 2012. Nonfiction.
The Grand Canyon was cut into the Arizona landscape millions of years ago. It is one of the greatest natural wonders of the world. How much do you know about the Grand Canyon? How does the canyon tell us the history of life on Earth? How was the canyon formed? The canyon should have been twice as deep as it is. Why isn’t it? Learn more about the Grand Canyon with these fun facts.
14 Fun Facts About Stars: A 15-Minute Book
by Jeannie Meekins
Price: $0.99 USD. 2450 words. Published by LearningIsland.com on November 13, 2011. Nonfiction.
We see stars as pretty, twinkling objects, but what exactly are they? A lot of the things we find out about stars, helps us understand other objects; pulsars, quasars, galaxies – even the origin of our universe. Here are some fun facts about stars. Do stars twinkle? What are stars made of? Do we know more about the inside of stars or the inside of Earth? Find out in this book!
Price: $0.99 USD. 2450 words. Published by LearningIsland.com on November 13, 2011. Nonfiction.
We see stars as pretty, twinkling objects, but what exactly are they? A lot of the things we find out about stars, helps us understand other objects; pulsars, quasars, galaxies – even the origin of our universe. Here are some fun facts about stars. Do stars twinkle? What are stars made of? Do we know more about the inside of stars or the inside of Earth? Find out in this book!
14 Fun Facts About the Moon: A 15-Minute Book
by Jeannie Meekins
Price: $0.99 USD. 2020 words. Published by LearningIsland.com on November 13, 2011. Nonfiction.
You see it every night in the night sky, but how much do you really know about the moon? But how much do you know about it? What one thing is different about our moon from every other moon we have found? What kind of atmosphere is there on the moon? How many sides of the moon do we see? What happened to the footprints of the astronauts that stood on the moon? Find out in this book.
Price: $0.99 USD. 2020 words. Published by LearningIsland.com on November 13, 2011. Nonfiction.
You see it every night in the night sky, but how much do you really know about the moon? But how much do you know about it? What one thing is different about our moon from every other moon we have found? What kind of atmosphere is there on the moon? How many sides of the moon do we see? What happened to the footprints of the astronauts that stood on the moon? Find out in this book.
14 Fun Facts About Pluto: A 15-Minute Book
by Jeannie Meekins
Price: $0.99 USD. 2130 words. Published by LearningIsland.com on November 13, 2011. Nonfiction.
Pluto was once considered the smallest planet in our galaxy. As more was discovered about the other planets, and about other objects in our galaxy, Pluto fell into debate, but many people still like to consider it a planet. How much do you really know about Pluto? Why do scientists say Pluto was “discovered by mistake”? How big is Pluto compared to the United States? Find out in this book!
Price: $0.99 USD. 2130 words. Published by LearningIsland.com on November 13, 2011. Nonfiction.
Pluto was once considered the smallest planet in our galaxy. As more was discovered about the other planets, and about other objects in our galaxy, Pluto fell into debate, but many people still like to consider it a planet. How much do you really know about Pluto? Why do scientists say Pluto was “discovered by mistake”? How big is Pluto compared to the United States? Find out in this book!
14 Fun Facts About Comets: A 15-Minute Book
by Jeannie Meekins
Price: $0.99 USD. 2120 words. Published by LearningIsland.com on November 13, 2011. Nonfiction.
Comets often streak across the night sky. They are fascinating flashes of light, but how much do we really know about them? Here are some things that scientists do know. Find out: What the name comet means. How comets are named. When the earliest comets were recorded. How scientists predict when a comet will return. What a comet’s tail is made of.
Price: $0.99 USD. 2120 words. Published by LearningIsland.com on November 13, 2011. Nonfiction.
Comets often streak across the night sky. They are fascinating flashes of light, but how much do we really know about them? Here are some things that scientists do know. Find out: What the name comet means. How comets are named. When the earliest comets were recorded. How scientists predict when a comet will return. What a comet’s tail is made of.
101 Fun Facts About the Planets
by Jeannie Meekins
Price: $4.99 USD. 15500 words. Published by LearningIsland.com on November 12, 2011. Nonfiction.
This compilation includes the following 15-minute books: 14 Fun Facts About Mercury 14 Fun Facts About Venus 14 Fun Facts About Earth 14 Fun Facts About Mars 14 Fun Facts About Jupiter 14 Fun Facts About Saturn 14 Fun Facts About Uranus 14 Fun Facts About Neptune Surprise and amaze your friends with these fun facts.
Price: $4.99 USD. 15500 words. Published by LearningIsland.com on November 12, 2011. Nonfiction.
This compilation includes the following 15-minute books: 14 Fun Facts About Mercury 14 Fun Facts About Venus 14 Fun Facts About Earth 14 Fun Facts About Mars 14 Fun Facts About Jupiter 14 Fun Facts About Saturn 14 Fun Facts About Uranus 14 Fun Facts About Neptune Surprise and amaze your friends with these fun facts.
14 Fun Facts About Neptune: A 15-Minute Book
by Jeannie Meekins
Price: $0.99 USD. 1970 words. Published by LearningIsland.com on November 12, 2011. Nonfiction.
Does Neptune have a lot of winds? What is at the core or center of Neptune? Neptune is slowly turning itself into what precious mineral? What is the coldest place in our solar system? (Hint: It isn’t the planet,) Learn the answer to these questions and many more fun facts in this 15-Minute Book. Amaze your family and friends with these fun facts.
Price: $0.99 USD. 1970 words. Published by LearningIsland.com on November 12, 2011. Nonfiction.
Does Neptune have a lot of winds? What is at the core or center of Neptune? Neptune is slowly turning itself into what precious mineral? What is the coldest place in our solar system? (Hint: It isn’t the planet,) Learn the answer to these questions and many more fun facts in this 15-Minute Book. Amaze your family and friends with these fun facts.
14 Fun Facts About Uranus: A 15-Minute Book
by Jeannie Meekins
Price: $0.99 USD. 2160 words. Published by LearningIsland.com on November 12, 2011. Nonfiction.
What did scientists first think Uranus was? What are the names of Uranus’ moons named after? Is Uranus bigger or smaller than Earth? What is strange about the way Uranus spins? Learn the answer to these questions and many more fun facts in this 15-Minute Book. In the middle of the galaxy is Uranus, one of the four gas planets in the Solar System. Here are some fun facts about Uranus.
Price: $0.99 USD. 2160 words. Published by LearningIsland.com on November 12, 2011. Nonfiction.
What did scientists first think Uranus was? What are the names of Uranus’ moons named after? Is Uranus bigger or smaller than Earth? What is strange about the way Uranus spins? Learn the answer to these questions and many more fun facts in this 15-Minute Book. In the middle of the galaxy is Uranus, one of the four gas planets in the Solar System. Here are some fun facts about Uranus.
14 Fun Facts About Mars: A 15-Minute Book
by Jeannie Meekins
Price: $0.99 USD. 2660 words. Published by LearningIsland.com on November 12, 2011. Nonfiction.
A day on Mars is almost as long as a day on Earth, but how long is a year on Mars? Does Mars have seasons? What color are the rocks on Mars? Mars is full of volcanoes, but when did the last one erupt? Learn the answer to these questions and many more fun facts in this 15-Minute Book. Surprise and amaze your family and friends with these facts.
Price: $0.99 USD. 2660 words. Published by LearningIsland.com on November 12, 2011. Nonfiction.
A day on Mars is almost as long as a day on Earth, but how long is a year on Mars? Does Mars have seasons? What color are the rocks on Mars? Mars is full of volcanoes, but when did the last one erupt? Learn the answer to these questions and many more fun facts in this 15-Minute Book. Surprise and amaze your family and friends with these facts.
14 Fun Facts About Earth: A 15-Minute Book
by Jeannie Meekins
Price: $0.99 USD. 2110 words. Published by LearningIsland.com on November 12, 2011. Nonfiction.
Earth is the only planet in the universe that has life. You live there, but do you know: How old is Earth? How fast does Earth spin? What is happening to Mount Everest, the highest place on Earth? What is the lowest place on Earth? Learn the answer to these questions and many more fun facts in this 15-Minute Book.
Price: $0.99 USD. 2110 words. Published by LearningIsland.com on November 12, 2011. Nonfiction.
Earth is the only planet in the universe that has life. You live there, but do you know: How old is Earth? How fast does Earth spin? What is happening to Mount Everest, the highest place on Earth? What is the lowest place on Earth? Learn the answer to these questions and many more fun facts in this 15-Minute Book.
14 Fun Facts About Mercury: A 15-Minute Book
by Jeannie Meekins
Price: $0.99 USD. 2610 words. Published by LearningIsland.com on November 12, 2011. Nonfiction.
When was Mercury discovered? Does Mercury have a magnetic field? How big is Mercury’s atmosphere? Was Mercury bigger in the past? Learn the answer to these questions and many more fun facts in this 15-Minute Book. The closest planet to the sun is Mercury – a tiny, hot, lifeless ball of rock that races around the sun in less than three months. What could possibly fascinate us about that?
Price: $0.99 USD. 2610 words. Published by LearningIsland.com on November 12, 2011. Nonfiction.
When was Mercury discovered? Does Mercury have a magnetic field? How big is Mercury’s atmosphere? Was Mercury bigger in the past? Learn the answer to these questions and many more fun facts in this 15-Minute Book. The closest planet to the sun is Mercury – a tiny, hot, lifeless ball of rock that races around the sun in less than three months. What could possibly fascinate us about that?
14 Fun Facts About Black Holes: A 15-Minute Book
by Jeannie Meekins
Price: $0.99 USD. 2660 words. Published by LearningIsland.com on November 12, 2011. Nonfiction.
TV and movies will have you believing that black holes are huge holes in space and anything that falls into them is lost for all time. You may think that black holes run around in space like huge vacuum cleaners sucking up everything in their path. This is not true. But what actually is a black hole and what do they do? This book will help you find out.
Price: $0.99 USD. 2660 words. Published by LearningIsland.com on November 12, 2011. Nonfiction.
TV and movies will have you believing that black holes are huge holes in space and anything that falls into them is lost for all time. You may think that black holes run around in space like huge vacuum cleaners sucking up everything in their path. This is not true. But what actually is a black hole and what do they do? This book will help you find out.
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