What's the Actually Factually Difference? - by Jane Wilsher (Hardcover)

About the Book

"What's the Actually Factually Difference? is a fun-filled, fact-packed encyclopedia with sections on space, the body, the world, food, technology, transport, animals and more. This is an accessible and easy-to-understand introduction to all kinds of popular subjects for children."--Amazon.com.

Book Synopsis

Wow friends and family with the similarities and differences between over 150 comparative pairs in this detailed encyclopedia, ideal for picking up over and over again.

• What's the difference between a country and a continent?
• What's the difference between an alligator and a crocodile?
• And what about a wormhole and a black hole?

What's the Actually Factually Difference? is a fun-filled, fact-packed encyclopedia with sections on space, the body, the world, food, technology, transport, animals and more. This is an accessible and easy-to-understand introduction to all kinds of popular subjects for children.

For every comparative pair the same fun question, 'What's the difference between?', is clearly explained and answered. Each time, both words are defined, the similarities and differences between the two things are outlined, and additional facts and pull-outs are included. This entertaining and informative book brings every fact to life with humour and wit.

What's the Actually Factually Difference? opens up a world of facts and quizzing with family and friends. This fresh and fun encyclopedia is the perfect next adventure for curious young minds.

Review Quotes

"Fun to read over the course of several days at home or in the classroom!"

--Children's Literature

'perfect for encouraging a love of independent reading, and the engaging illustrations bring the book together. We think it's a brilliant gift for curious kids.'

--The Independent

"What is the difference between a country and a continent? Or a crocodile and an alligator? In this fact-filled encyclopedia Wilsher explores 150 different comparative pairs, explaining both their similarities and their differences, across space, the world, food, the body and more."

--The Bookseller

About the Author

Jane Wilsher is an author and editor from the UK, and the founder of bop Publishing. Jane is the author of What Do Scientists Do All Day? (Wide Eyed, Editions, 2020), An Encyclopedia of Unbelievable Facts (Frances Lincoln Children's Books, 2021) and 21 Things to Do With a Tree (Ivy Kids, 2023).Liz Kay is a freelance illustrator based in Yorkshire. When not busy doodling, Liz is usually found hiking and biking around the Yorkshire countryside and playing tennis for her local club. She's worked on a variety of commissions across illustrated maps, hand lettering and calligraphy, greetings cards, infographics, children's books, newspapers and magazines, and animation.