World of the Weird

by Tracey Turner

Real-life phenomena and mind-boggling scientific adventures can often be really weird. Comic relief is always welcome, especially when it's coupled with unusual trivia and obscure scientific facts. World of the Weird describes the wonderfully weird world we live in, from giant gurgling worms and deadly dragons to revolting science experiments. Color-packed pages and real-life accounts make for a lively joyride through the universe of the weird, from baffling tales to amazing facts to the strangest of the strange. All kinds of weird facts are covered, and there are weird activities, too, from the inane to the potentially perilous, such For all ages and all sensibilities, World of the Weird is an endless source of "did you know?" material to impress friends and family.

Genres: Teen, Nonfiction

144 pages, Hardcover

First published September 1, 2009

About the author

Tracey Turner is a former editor and author of many non-fiction books for children, including Hodder's Disgusting Dictionary and titles for the Dead Famous series. Tracey lives in South London.

Reviews

[Nia Bailey]

World of the Weird by Tracey Turner was an amazing and weird book. It was filled with excitement and it was really funny. It is great for kids and adult that like creepy, spooky, weird, and funny things this would be a match. This is Tracey's 4th book that she has written. It is not a series!

In the book my favorite article was The Fire-Fighting Dog. The reason they called it that is because this dog named Jackson survived through a fire. What he did was go into the bathroom, got in the bathtub, and put his nose into the drain to breathe in fresh smell and not the smoke. He sat there for 30 min. until the firemen got there. They were so shocked that the dog was still alive. Even since Jackson was inspiring for me.

POWER TO THE DOGS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Adrienne · Rating 4 out of 5]

In this book of trivia about the strange and the unexplained, readers find out about weird animal and plant life, weird encounters, weird science, weird minds, the weird human body, and more. These real-life phenomena and mind-boggling scientific adventures range from the mildly interesting to the truly captivating. With excellent illustrations, colorful pages, and oodles of websites to consult after discovering your favorite oddities, this book is an excellent place to discover how weird our world truly is. Recommend this one to science fans, high school boys, and anyone who likes strange trivia.

[Nia_On Fleek · Rating 5 out of 5]

World of the Weird by Tracey Turner was an amazing and weird book. It was full with creepy and excitable things. It is a great book for kids and adults who like science non fiction, weird, creepy things. Her books are all informational. This book is 4th book that she has wrote.

My favorite story s when the dog Jackson survived through a fire in his home.

[Cindy · Rating 4 out of 5]

pg 9 - world's most poisonous creature
pg 13 - caterpillar poo/exploding beetles
pg 70 - luck, unlucky seven
pg 78 - creature treatments
pg 104 - weird body facts
pg 132 - Odd Jobs
pg 134 - weird crimes

[Theresa G]

Colorful format with each 2-page spread covering a weird thing like raining fish or levitation. A few examples of events are given and a weblink to further info about the topic. Upper elementary/middle school interest.

[Kate Hastings]

Booklist 5-8

[Allison · Rating 3 out of 5]

Super fun!