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Weird But True Books

In order from Weird But True! 2 to Weird But True! Disney.

The Weird But True series is a set of 21 chapter books by National Geographic Kids, published between 2010 and 2023. Written for ages 6–12, most books run about 210 pages.

Weird But True! 2
Weird But True! 3
Ultimate Weird But True
Weird But True! 5
Weird But True! 6
Weird But True! 7
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Weird But True! 2
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Book #2 · Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2010

Weird But True! 2

By National Geographic Kids

Discover bizarre facts about our world that will leave you amazed.

216 pages
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Summary: Dive into a world where sharks weigh as much as gorillas and meteorites fall monthly. This collection of 350 bizarre facts spans science, space, and more, turning learning into an adventure. What other surprises await?
In reading order

Weird But True Series

21 books · Published 2010–2023

#2
#2 in Series
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Weird But True! 2

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2010

Discover bizarre facts about our world that will leave you amazed.

#3

Weird But True! 3

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2011

Discover 350 mind-bending facts that reveal the world's weirdest wonders.

Ultimate Weird But True

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2011

Discover mind-bending facts where truth outstrips fiction, from underwater cars to fire tornadoes.

#5
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Weird But True! 5

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2013

Discover 350 bizarre facts that make the world wonderfully weird.

#6
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Weird But True! 6

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2014

Discover 300 mind-bending facts that make learning fun.

#7

Weird But True! 7

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2015

Discover 350 mind-bending facts that make the world wackier than you imagined.

#8
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Weird But True! 8

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2016

Discover bizarre facts about the world that will leave you amazed and curious.

Weird But True! Human Body

Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2017

Discover mind-blowing facts about your body's hidden wonders.

#9

Weird But True! 9

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2017

Discover 350 mind-bending facts that reveal the world's wackiest truths.

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$1049

Weird But True Animals

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2018

Discover bizarre animal facts that will amaze and entertain.

#10
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Weird But True 10

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2018

Discover 350 mind-bending facts that make learning irresistibly fun.

Weird But True! Know-It-All Ancient Egypt

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2019

Uncover ancient Egypt's secrets, from pharaohs to toothbrushes, in a journey through time.

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$1796

Weird But True! Dinosaurs

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2020

Discover mind-blowing dinosaur facts and bizarre prehistoric wonders in this thrilling journey through the Mesozoic era.

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$858

Weird But True Ocean

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2021

Discover bizarre ocean facts, from surfing animals to solo Pacific voyages.

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$1796

Weird But True! New York City

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2021

Discover 300 bizarre facts about NYC, from sharks to subway goats.

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$2176

Weird But True! Know-It-All Rocks & Minerals

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2022

Uncover the hidden wonders of rocks and minerals, from ancient glaciers to dazzling formations.

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$1796

Weird But True! Sharks

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2023

Discover jaw-dropping shark facts that defy belief and ignite curiosity.

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$858

Weird But True! Disney

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2023

Uncover mind-boggling Disney secrets and facts in this whimsical exploration of movies, parks, and more.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Weird But True series?

There are 21 books in the Weird But True series. It began with Weird But True! 2 in 2010, and the newest book, Weird But True! Disney, was published in 2023.

What order should you read the Weird But True books in?

Start with Weird But True! 2 and follow the series order — the books above are numbered #1 through #21.

What ages are the Weird But True books best for?

The series is best for ages 6–12, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

The people

The Creatives Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring Weird But True to life.

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National Geographic Kids

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02

National Geographic

Author
03

Sarah Wassner Flynn

Author
04

Michael Burgan

Author

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