<DIV>Does moss grow only on the north side of a tree? Should I always wait an hour after swimming? Do hummingbirds really migrate on the backs of other birds? Find out in <i>The Truth About Nature </i>by the authors of <i>The Kids’ Outdoor Adventure Book. </i>This companion title, unlike other nature-myth titles for children<i>, </i>won’t focus on classic mythology and folklore, but rather will be a useful compendium debunking everyday myths with which children can relate.<BR><BR>Organized by season, these 144 nature-based fables will educate, breaking down the myth with an illustrated myth scale depicting how true the myth really is (level 1 being true and level 3 a complete myth). Each item has a takeaway at the end with hands-on ideas to encourage kids to get outside. In addition, kids will also find “Be a Scientist” activities throughout the book where they can try some experiments to bust a few myths on their own, as well as “Incredible Nature” sections highlighting some of the unbelievable yet true.<BR><BR><i>The Truth About Nature</i> will serve as a resource for kids and families for years to come, setting the record straight for many nature myths once and for all.</div>