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Simple text and photographs celebrate some of the world's best accidental records--like the time Norwegian skier Fred Syversen went off course in the French Alps and jumped off and successfully landed from a 352-foot cliff. Includes a glossary and further online resources.
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"With its claws and fangs and hunting for blood in the night, el Chupacabra is the stuff of nightmares. Many people insist that this mysterious Mexican monster is real, while others proclaim it a bedtime story. This intriguing volume uses a presentation of firsthand accounts and more to encourage well-rounded research and critical thinking skills" -- Provided by publisher.
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"The Wendigo is a demon that has the power to possess humans and make them do terrible things. Or so the Native American legends say. Readers will delve into the earliest known accounts of the Wendigo, additional firsthand stories throughout history, and modern scientific research to learn critical thinking skills and determine for themselves the solution to this mystery" -- Provided by publisher.
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Briefly describes various world records as recorded and uploaded on the platform YouTube and features photographs and QR codes that allow readers to see the videos. Includes such records as the largest rabbit to the world's most expensive burger to the most people riding a single motorbike.