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I Wonder Why the Wind Blows

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I Wonder Why the Wind Blows
I Wonder Why the Wind Blows

Unraveling Earth's mysteries through curious minds.

If you're someone with a keen interest in the natural world, "I Wonder Why the Wind Blows" would satisfy your curiosity. Anita Ganeri addresses some of the most intriguing questions about Earth in a manner that's fascinating and easy to comprehend. It's like a treasure trove for the inquisitive soul, perfect for expanding your understanding of the planet we call home.

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I Wonder Why the Wind Blows

by Anita Ganeri   |  Ages 7-10
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ISBN: 9780753465530
Authors: Anita Ganeri
Publisher: Kingfisher
Date of Publication: 2011-03-01
Format: Hardcover
Related Collections: Picture Books, Educational
Related Topics: Animals, Science & Nature, Nature
Goodreads rating: 4.06
(rated by 52 readers)

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I Wonder Why the Wind Blows answers all sorts of tricky and fascinating questions about Planet Earth, such as "How cold is snow?", "How hot are deserts?", and "Where do rivers end?"
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Unraveling Earth's mysteries through curious minds.

If you're someone with a keen interest in the natural world, "I Wonder Why the Wind Blows" would satisfy your curiosity. Anita Ganeri addresses some of the most intriguing questions about Earth in a manner that's fascinating and easy to comprehend. It's like a treasure trove for the inquisitive soul, perfect for expanding your understanding of the planet we call home.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

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