Pick Me Up - Stuff You Need to Know

Pick Me Up by David Roberts, Jeremy Leslie, contributions by Roger Bridgman and Philip Wilkinson

Here is a unique book your entire family is sure to love! Was Beethoven a punk? 
What's the connection between dogs and rockets?
Why do we smile?
What kind of number is emirp?

Read Pick Me Up for these answers and more! Teens, parents, teachers, and readers of all ages: It's time for a reference-book revolution! And Pick Me Up is here to do just that - revolutionize the way kids and teens learn about history, science, nature, and culture outside of the classroom. Taking cues from the internet, video games, and television, Pick Me Up appeals to modern kids and teens. The book is organized like a miscellany, inspired by the internet, styled like a video game, and informed by pop culture. It's filled with fun information about history, science, nature, geography and culture — everything kids want and need to know. On page 42, you can find the meaning of life! What would do more damage to a kitchen floor: a lady in stilettos or a three ton elephant? Page 117 reveals the shocking answer. Was Beethoven a punk? Check page 21. There are 885 native speakers of Mandarin Chinese. But how many people speak Bangali? See page 54. How many new species of fish are discovered each week? Report to page 203 and find out. What would a Viking girl post on her blog? Page 64 makes some excellent suggestions. Kids need reliable, captivating reference books, but reading remains a hard sell. Instead of fighting against the multimedia diversions of the modern world, the creators of Pick Me Up chose to offer kids a book that mirrors that world. With a completely fun and modern design, a dizzying lenticular cover (because readers DO choose books by their covers!), and smart, witty writing,

Pick Me Up appeals to voracious AND reluctant readers.

Book Details:

• Number of Pages: 352
• Book Size: 8-1/4" x 9-1/2"
• Book Type: Hardcover
• Recommended Ages: 8 and up
• ISBN 10: 0756621593
• ISBN 13: 9780756621599

Book Condition:

• This book is brand new and is in perfect condition.

Awards:

• 2007 Quill Award Nominee
• Pick Me Up was named one of the top 100 books of 2006 by Publishers Weekly

"We dare you not to pick up this reference book-gone-pop-art . . . " - Newsweek

 "PICK ME UP is more like 'can't put me down'. . . Incredibly addictive." - FamilyFun Magazine

"I defy kids-and adults-not to pick it up." - Entertainment Weekly

Why We Love It

This book makes learning fun! It appeals to children and adults, and is filled with fascinating facts.