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Author
Publisher
Andrews McMeel
Pub. Date
[2011]
Language
English
Description
This book includes never-before-seen activities. More than 30 new inventions are outlined and most projects can be completed in just minutes using common items already found around the house. Each activity begins with a complete list of materials and continues with easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions paired with helpful illustrations. 144 pp. 25,000 print.
Author
Series
Publisher
National Geographic Kids
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
"Ever wonder how haunted houses got their spooky rep; where cheese originally came from; and when and where people decided hitting a tiny ball with a long stick (ahem, golf?) was their idea of fun? Prepare to be amazed by the surprising backstories behind the things you use or do every day! From familiar foods and common clothing items to bizarre beauty regimens and quirky products, this book covers all your burning questions: Who thought of that?...
Author
Publisher
Random House Children's Books
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
"In a unique Q&A format, proficient readers are quizzed about inventions and their inventors to see if they can separate facts from 'lies.' The book’s mascot--the Truth Sleuth--guides readers through this funny and fact-packed book, which features photos and illustrations of a wide variety of inventions--from the printing press to velcro to a light-up soccer ball"--
Author
Publisher
Capstone Press
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Description
Totally Amazing Facts About Outrageous Inventions is the perfect treat for kids with an appetite for "Did you know...?" More than 100 facts about everything from toothbrushes, airplanes, and flush toilets to animation, ice cream, and crayons are served up in photo-packed design sure to engage reluctant readers.
Author
Publisher
National Geographic Kids
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
"Prepare to be amazed by the wacky and weird backstories behind the things you use every day! From familiar foods to common clothing items and bizarre beauty regimens to spectacular sports and everything in between, the answers to all of your burning questions - Where did this come from? Who thought of that? Why is this a thing? - are in this book! Jam-packed with colorful photos and awesome facts, you'll wow your friends and leave your parents totally...
10) Tech
Author
Publisher
National Geographic
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
"Sometimes big nerdiness comes in a small package-and this little book is a tech nerd's dream! Experience tech of all kinds-from Mars rovers and space suits to retro arcade games- in this quirky, jam-packed original from National Geographic Kids"--
Author
Publisher
Capstone Press, a Capstone imprint
Pub. Date
[2017]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Presents some bad days in science, including the failed Vanguard TV3 satellite, the reason the Mars Climate Orbiter burned up in Mars' atmosphere, and how Donald Currey accidentally killed the oldest tree on Earth.
Author
Publisher
Kids Can Press
Pub. Date
[2013]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.7 - AR Pts: 8
Language
English
Description
A comprehensive overview and time line of human history. MacLeod and Wishinsky provide a one-stop source for all the great events, people, and inventions that changed history, from the discovery of fire to the revolutions in the Arab world that are making headlines today.
Publisher
Harper
Pub. Date
[2009].
Language
English
Description
"A remarkable compendium of wild schemes, mad plans, crazy inventions, and truly glorious disasters. Every phenomenally bad idea seemed like a good idea to someone. How else can you explain the Ford Edsel or the sword pistol-absolutely absurd creations that should have never made it off the drawing board? It Looked Good on Paper gathers together the most flawed plans, half-baked ideas, and downright ridiculous machines throughout history that some...
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