Why is that a Rule or Law (Paperback)
Language: English
Published by Independently Published, 2026
- Softcover
- New
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Paperback. Can you really get fined for feeding a pigeon?Is it against the law to die on an Arctic island? And why do people in Spain throw tomatoes at each other every summer? Why Is That a Rule or Law? takes curious kids on a round-the-world adventure through 150 of the weirdest, funniest and most surprising rules, laws and traditions on the planet - and uncovers the real reason behind every single one. Every page asks one big question and answers it in clear, simple words, with a detailed illustration to bring it to life. Along the way, young readers become real fact detectives. Some famous "weird laws" you see online are completely true, some are only partly true, and some are total myths - and every one comes with a stamp so kids can find out which is which.Inside this fun facts book for kids 8-12 you'll discover: 150 questions and answers about laws, manners, food, festivals, superstitions and celebrations from every corner of the globe150 detailed illustrations that make every answer easy to pictureTRUE, PARTLY TRUE and MYTH stamps that teach kids to question what they read and check the facts for themselvesA bonus "Did you know?" fact on every single pageWhy chewing gum is restricted in Singapore, why road builders in Iceland have worried about "elf rocks", why Japanese diners slurp their noodles, and why Scottish athletes toss giant tree trunksShort, one-page answers - perfect for bedtime, car journeys, road trips, classrooms and reluctant readersMore than just a trivia bookKids come away with a big idea: rules that sound bizarre usually have a surprisingly sensible reason behind them. They keep people safe, protect animals and nature, preserve history, or show respect for others. This children's encyclopedia of strange laws and world cultures builds curiosity, critical thinking and a real appreciation of how differently people live - all while making readers laugh out loud.A screen-free gift they'll actually pick upShopping for a 9, 10 or 11 year old who asks "why?" about everything? It makes a brilliant birthday present, Christmas gift or stocking stuffer for boys and girls who love geography, funny facts and unbelievable true stories. Teachers, homeschoolers and school libraries will find it just as at home in elementary and primary classrooms. Perfect for: curious kids aged 6 to 12 - fans of weird and true facts - homeschoolers and teachers - long car journeys and family quiz nights - any family that loves a good "Did you know.?" Scroll up and grab your copy today - your fact-finding adventure starts now! This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…
Seller Inventory # 9798174077935
- Title
- Why is that a Rule or Law (Paperback)
- Author
- Florentina Dowell
- Publisher
- Independently Published
- Publication year
- 2026
- Condition
- new
- Binding
- Paperback
- Language
- English
- ISBN 13
- 9798174077935
- Series
- Book 3 of 3: Why Is That? Books for Curious Kids
Can you really get fined for feeding a pigeon?
Is it against the law to die on an Arctic island? And why do people in Spain throw tomatoes at each other every summer?Why Is That a Rule or Law? takes curious kids on a round-the-world adventure through 150 of the weirdest, funniest and most surprising rules, laws and traditions on the planet — and uncovers the real reason behind every single one.
Every page asks one big question and answers it in clear, simple words, with a detailed illustration to bring it to life. Along the way, young readers become real fact detectives. Some famous "weird laws" you see online are completely true, some are only partly true, and some are total myths — and every one comes with a stamp so kids can find out which is which.
Inside this fun facts book for kids 8-12 you'll discover:
- 150 questions and answers about laws, manners, food, festivals, superstitions and celebrations from every corner of the globe
- 150 detailed illustrations that make every answer easy to picture
- TRUE, PARTLY TRUE and MYTH stamps that teach kids to question what they read and check the facts for themselves
- A bonus "Did you know?" fact on every single page
- Why chewing gum is restricted in Singapore, why road builders in Iceland have worried about "elf rocks", why Japanese diners slurp their noodles, and why Scottish athletes toss giant tree trunks
- Short, one-page answers — perfect for bedtime, car journeys, road trips, classrooms and reluctant readers
More than just a trivia book
Kids come away with a big idea: rules that sound bizarre usually have a surprisingly sensible reason behind them. They keep people safe, protect animals and nature, preserve history, or show respect for others. This children's encyclopedia of strange laws and world cultures builds curiosity, critical thinking and a real appreciation of how differently people live — all while making readers laugh out loud.A screen-free gift they'll actually pick up
Shopping for a 9, 10 or 11 year old who asks "why?" about everything? It makes a brilliant birthday present, Christmas gift or stocking stuffer for boys and girls who love geography, funny facts and unbelievable true stories. Teachers, homeschoolers and school libraries will find it just as at home in elementary and primary classrooms.Perfect for: curious kids aged 6 to 12 • fans of weird and true facts • homeschoolers and teachers • long car journeys and family quiz nights • any family that loves a good "Did you know...?"
Scroll up and grab your copy today — your fact-finding adventure starts now!
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