True or False? The Book of Big Questions and Unbelievable Answers

Think You Know the Truth?

Some facts sound so convincing that almost everyone believes them. But are they actually true? Andrea Mills and the team at DK invite young readers to dig into more than one hundred popular beliefs and find out which ones hold up to science, history, and careful investigation.

This is not an ordinary question-and-answer book. Each entry starts with a bold claim, asks True or False?, and then reveals what research and evidence really show. Some answers are surprising, some are funny, and many will change the way you look at the world.

Explore Five Big Topics

The book is organized into clear sections that make it easy to jump around or read straight through:

• Human Body — Can you really catch a cold from being cold? Do we use only 10% of our brains?
• Nature — Do elephants never forget? Can cockroaches live for days without their heads?
• Science and Technology — Will robots take over the world? Is the Internet the same as the World Wide Web?
• Space — Is the sun yellow? Was the Big Bang loud?
• History and Culture — Did Vikings wear horned helmets? Did Marie Antoinette really say “Let them eat cake!”?

Why This Book Works So Well for Curious Kids

DK’s visual style makes every spread easy to scan and exciting to explore. Photographs, diagrams, and playful illustrations support the explanations, so even complex ideas become approachable. The true-or-false format turns learning into a game, encouraging readers to make a guess before checking the answer.

Along the way, children practice important habits — asking questions, checking evidence, and being willing to change their minds when the facts say otherwise. Those skills matter far beyond the pages of this book.

A Fresh Look at What You Thought You Knew

Whether you’re reading alone, sharing bizarre facts at the dinner table, or using this as a classroom resource, True or False? The Book of Big Questions and Unbelievable Answers delivers discovery with a sense of fun. It’s a smart, lively addition to any young learner’s digital library.