**What happens when the smartest kids take on the wildest animals on Earth?** Get ready for a laugh-out-loud science showdown in *Beast Versus Brains: Book 1*-a fast-paced, funny, and fact-packed read where animal instincts collide with human ingenuity! Perfect for fans of *Who Would Win?*, *Weird But True*, and *National Geographic Kids*, this wildly entertaining collection features epic matchups that test speed, strength, survival skills, and pure brainpower. Inside this book, you'll find a raccoon and a magician locked in a race to escape a sealed room. You'll follow a camel and a cowboy into a sandstorm survival battle. You'll cheer as beavers and engineers race to build the world's best fort. And you'll giggle your way through a maze challenge between rats and kindergarteners! Each head-to-head contest is packed with real science, hilarious narration, and imaginative storytelling that turns every page into a blend of fun and learning. Animal facts, human inventions, nature's weirdest talents, and unexpected outcomes come together in stories that are as funny as they are fascinating. Plus, every story includes: * A **Bonus Round** that raises the stakes* A **Bonus Challenge** to spark critical thinking* And a **Final Winner**-unless it's too close to call! Whether it's chameleons versus ninjas in a hide-and-seek tournament or crows going claw-to-clue with detectives, these short stories are tailor-made for curious kids ages 7-12 who love action, animals, and smart surprises. Great for independent reading, classroom fun, or family read-aloud time, *Beast Versus Brains: Book 1* is the perfect mix of humor, imagination, and educational fun. With short, engaging chapters and rich narration, this series makes learning feel like an adventure-and gives kids plenty to think (and laugh) about. **Who wins in the ultimate battle of nature versus knowledge?****Open the book and find out... if you dare.**