| Surprising Stories Behind Everyday Stuff Contributor(s): Drimmer, Stephanie Warren (Author) |
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ISBN: 142633530X ISBN-13: 9781426335303 Publisher: National Geographic Kids OUR PRICE: $18.91 Product Type: Library Binding - Other Formats Published: September 2019 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Nonfiction | Curiosities & Wonders - Juvenile Nonfiction | Technology - How Things Work | Are Made - Juvenile Nonfiction | Science & Nature - General (see Also Headings Under Animals Or Technology) |
| Dewey: 306.4 |
| LCCN: 2020288011 |
| Lexile Measure: 1050 |
| Physical Information: 0.8" H x 6.7" W x 6.6" (1.10 lbs) 256 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Who invented pizza? Why do people shake hands? Why do we wear underwear? You'll find the answers to these questions and more in this new series from National Geographic Kids Ever wonder how basketball got started? Why we have birthday cakes? And why some people use forks and some use chopsticks? Prepare to be amazed by the surprising backstories behind the things you use or do every day From familiar foods to common clothing items to bizarre beauty regimens, this book covers all your burning questions: Who thought of that? Where did that come from? Why is that a thing? Presented in a bold, colorful design, with stunning photos, and jam-packed with awesome facts, this book will have you totally riveted Once you know all this cool stuff about the origins of everyday stuff, you can "wow" your friends and family. |