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GROSS BUT TRUE FACTS FOR KIDS 100 Disgusting, Surprising and Totally True Trivia Questions for Ages 8-12 Pages: 103 Age Range: 8-12 Did you know your body produces enough saliva every day to fill two and a half cans of fizzy drink? Or that tiny creatures are living in your eyebrows right now and you can't feel them at all? Gross But True Facts for Kids is a 103-page trivia book packed with 100 brilliantly disgusting, completely verified facts about the human body, the animal kingdom, and the science of all things slimy, smelly, and seriously surprising. Every question is age-appropriate for readers aged 8 to 12 and comes with far more than just an answer. Each entry is a complete learning experience, built around real science and backed by trusted sources. What is Inside Each Question The Trivia Question A clearly written, age-appropriate question that works perfectly for read-aloud quizzes or solo reading. The Answer A clear, accurate answer pitched perfectly for the 8 to 12 age group, with no unnecessary jargon. A Real-World Story A genuine case, documented experiment, or real news event that brings the fact to life and makes it unforgettable. A Did You Know Insight The science behind the gross, explained simply and engagingly to spark curiosity and deeper thinking. A Cited Source Every fact is backed by a named, reputable source such as the NHS, National Geographic, the CDC, the Mayo Clinic, or peer-reviewed research - giving parents and educators full confidence in the content. Topics Covered The 100 questions span a wide range of curriculum-friendly science topics including: The human body - digestion, skin, the senses, blood, bones, and more The animal kingdom - bizarre animal defences, disgusting diets, and extreme survival Food science - what really happens to food inside your body Microbiology - bacteria, fungi, parasites, and the invisible world living on and in us Why Kids and Parents Love This Book Curriculum-friendly - topics align with primary and lower secondary science content for ages 8 to 12 Quiz-ready format - every page works straight out of the box as a read-aloud quiz for families, classrooms, or friends Builds scientific curiosity - the real-world stories and explanations show children that science is everywhere, and often surprising Trusted and accurate - all 100 facts are cited from recognised scientific and medical sources Brilliant for reluctant readers - the gross-out factor grabs attention and keeps children reading No prep required - simply open and start quizzing Perfect For Family quiz nights and long car journeys Classroom trivia sessions and science enrichment activities Birthday gifts for curious, book-loving kids aged 8 to 12 Home educators looking for engaging science supplementary material Any child who has ever asked ""but why is that gross?"" Science has never been this disgusting. Or this much fun.

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