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have you ever wondered if the water in a pool turns purple when someone pees in it? or if swallowing gum really means it stays in your stomach forever? well, get ready to separate reality from fiction with national geographic's 'myths busted for kids'! this smart and wacky book is packed with colorful photographs and funny text, debunking hundreds of curious claims, suspicious stories, and flat-out lies you hear every day.
the reality check we've all been waiting for
alligators in the sewers
you might have heard that alligators live in the sewers of new york city. but is it true? the answer is no! it's too cold and dark down there for alligators to survive. however, you can find rats and bats galore in the sewers.
the 5-second rule
what about the 5-second rule? can you really eat anything that drops if you pick it up within 5 seconds? the answer is a resounding no! if germs are around, they'll be all over it. so, don't risk it!
peeing in the pool
does the water in a pool really turn purple when someone pees in it? the answer is no. this myth is busted!
swallowing gum
if you swallow your gum, does it really stay in your stomach forever? the answer is no. your digestive system will eventually break it down and pass it through your body.
sneezing and your heart
does your heart stop when you sneeze? the answer is no. your heart continues to beat, but the pressure in your chest can cause your heart rate to slow down temporarily.
using only 10% of your brain
do we really only use 10% of our brain? the answer is no. this myth has been debunked by scientists. we use our entire brain, and it's working hard all the time.
get your hands on 'myths busted for kids'
be the reality checker in your family and find out the truth about these and other fascinating myths. get your copy of 'myths busted for kids' now:
- amazon: http://amzn.to/168pwkt
- barnes & noble: http://bit.ly/168q8k0
- national geographic store: http://bit.ly/12wlqel
additional resources
for more myth-busting fun, check out these articles:
- the truth about clean eating: debunking myths, exploring benefits
- the allure of treasure hunting: exploring buried riches
- myths and legends: the fascinating world of folklore
happy myth-busting!
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