The first ever book released was by Robert

The first ever book released was by Robert Ripley in 1918. They first began with comic strips about sports people. This cartoon strip was a huge hit which led to Ripley travelling 201 countries in 35 years, where the comics became not only one of the most famous annuals, but a career in radio, television and eventually a museum. In 1933 more than 2 million people visited Ripley’s first museum the ‘Odditorium’ in Chicago. Today there are over 30 Believe it or not museums in 10 countries filled with all kinds of exhibits.

Book covers and What’s inside? Over the years, similar to the Guinness WORLD Record books, the covers have changed and become far more eye catching. In recent years, the cover has had some sort of hologram included. Although strange – all of the information inside Ripley’s books is true. Can you answer these questions based on what you have read? 1. When was the first Ripley’s ‘Believe it or not’ released? 2. How many countries did Ripley travel to in 35 years? 3. What did 2 million people visit and where? 4. How many Believe it or not museums are believed to be open today? 5. What in recent years has appeared on the Believe it or not front covers?

Can you add any Believe it or not facts here? Ask your family and friends to help you with this task…can not wait to read your Believe it or not facts!