World Records
These sites are about world records and the people who earned them. Many records are quirky, such as the world’s longest gum wrapper. Also learn about the Guinness Book of World Records.
Grades
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Links
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Guinness World Records
This is the site for the Guinness World Records. There are video clips and stories about people who have broken all sorts of records, from Most Snakes Won to Largest Feet. Be sure to review the privacy policy before giving out any information.
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The Challenge
A description of how to incorporate a quiz show into the classroom.
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Yahoo! Kids: Reference
A good site for allowing kids to search different topics.
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World Flying Disc Federation: WFDF World Records
Click on the "WFDF World Record Regulations" link for details on the regulations for the setting of world records. Click on the "See Records" links under the various types of competition to who the record holders are and other statistics.
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Recumbents.com: World Human Powered Speed Challenge
Read about the world's fastest human-powered bicycles and the current record holders. NOTE: This site includes banner ads.
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Sand Sculpture
View and read about some of the largest, record-breaking sculptures.
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The San Diego Union-Tribune: Pending World-Record Tuna Officially 427 Pounds
Read how a fisherman caught a 427 pound yellowfin tuna with a rod and tackle in 2012. NOTE: This site includes banner and other ads and links to discussion boards.
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FactMonster: Costliest Hurricanes in the United States
Some record breaking events occur in nature.
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Gum Wrapper Chain
This man holds the record for the longest gum wrapper chain. Click on the "Build" or "Photos" links at the top of the page to learn how to make your own gum wrapper chain or to see photographs of Gary's world record chain.
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