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Scien-Trickery: Riddles in Science

The Arithme-Tickleduo is back—this time tackling science—with riddle-rhymes about everything from dinosaurs to gravity. The illustrations incorporate clues about the riddles, and the answers themselves are subtly included for anyone who needs a little extra help.

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J. Patrick Lewis's clever word puzzles and bestselling illustrator Frank Remkiewicz's engaging illustrations harmonize perfectly in a fun, informative book that will inspire even reluctant young scientists to explore the world around them.

Endnotes expand on Albert Einstein, the solar system, and other fascinating scientific topics.

Audience
childrenspicture books
Length
short · 32 pages

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