Welcome to the fun and surprising world of numbers! Did you know there were about 10,000 light bulbs on the Titanic? Or that the Eiffel Tower is repainted every seven years--using 1,500 paintbrushes and 60 tons of paint? This engaging collection of statistics encourages kids' curiosity by sharing some unbelievable numerical facts from across the globe. From famous landmarks and bustling cities to hidden treasures and incredible creatures, no number is too big or too small. Lively graphic illustrations add to the fun.

Author Biography

Clive Gifford is a highly experienced journalist and author with over 180 books published and more than 800 features and stories written for adults and children.