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Wells of Knowledge Science Series

5 books · Ages 4–10

Wells of Knowledge Science Series is a 5-book series for ages 4–10 by Robert E. Wells. Each book stands alone — start anywhere.

Where to Start

Start anywhere — each book stands alone.

That said, What's Faster than a Speeding Cheetah? and What's Smaller than a Pygmy Shrew? are great first picks.

All Books

No particular order needed — browse and pick what catches your eye.

What's Faster than a Speeding Cheetah?

What's Faster than a Speeding Cheetah?1997

What's Smaller than a Pygmy Shrew?

What's Smaller than a Pygmy Shrew?1995

How Do You Lift a Lion?

How Do You Lift a Lion?1996

Can You Count to a Googol?

Can You Count to a Googol?2000

What This Series Covers

Curiosity & Wonder Animals Math & Numbers Space Vehicles & Machines Pride & Accomplishment

All books by Robert E. Wells →

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