More surprising stories behind everyday stuff / Stephanie Warren Drimmer.
Record details
- ISBN: 9781426338663
- ISBN: 142633866X
- ISBN: 9781426338656
- ISBN: 1426338651
- Physical Description: 255 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 18 cm
- Publisher: Washington, D.C. : National Geographic, [2020]
- Copyright: ©2020
Content descriptions
General Note: | Includes index. |
Formatted Contents Note: | Odds & ends -- Playtime -- Wear it -- Health & medicine -- Fabulous food -- Traditions -- Athletics & activities -- Ancient inventions -- Close to home -- Devices & doodads. |
Summary, etc.: | 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. |
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Genre: | Trivia and miscellanea. Informational works. Illustrated works. |
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- 0 of 1 copy available at New Milford Public Library.
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Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
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New Milford Public Library | j031.02 NAT (Text) | 34021139518522 | Juvenile Nonfiction | Checked out | 05/09/2024 |
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