More surprising stories behind everyday stuff
(Book)
Author
Published
Washington, D.C. : National Geographic, [2020].
Format
Book
ISBN
9781426338663, 142633866X, 9781426338656, 1426338651
Physical Desc
255 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 18 cm
Status
Conimicut - Children's
AG 244 D73 2021
1 available
AG 244 D73 2021
1 available
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| Location | Call Number | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Conimicut - Children's | AG 244 D73 2021 | On Shelf |
| Location | Call Number | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tiverton Public - Children's | J 030 FUN FACTS NAT | Checked Out | April 30, 2024 |
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Published
Washington, D.C. : National Geographic, [2020].
Language
English
ISBN
9781426338663, 142633866X, 9781426338656, 1426338651
Notes
Bibliography
Includes index.
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.
Subjects
LC Subjects
Curiosities and wonders -- Juvenile literature.
Illustrated works.
Informational works.
Inventions -- Miscellanea -- Juvenile literature.
Material culture -- Miscellanea -- Juvenile literature.
Recreation -- Miscellanea -- Juvenile literature.
Technology -- Miscellanea -- Juvenile literature.
Trivia and miscellanea.
Illustrated works.
Informational works.
Inventions -- Miscellanea -- Juvenile literature.
Material culture -- Miscellanea -- Juvenile literature.
Recreation -- Miscellanea -- Juvenile literature.
Technology -- Miscellanea -- Juvenile literature.
Trivia and miscellanea.
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Citations
APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)
Drimmer, S. W. (2020). More surprising stories behind everyday stuff . National Geographic.
Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Drimmer, Stephanie Warren. 2020. More Surprising Stories Behind Everyday Stuff. National Geographic.
Chicago / Turabian - Humanities (Notes and Bibliography) Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Drimmer, Stephanie Warren. More Surprising Stories Behind Everyday Stuff National Geographic, 2020.
MLA Citation, 9th Edition (style guide)Drimmer, Stephanie Warren. More Surprising Stories Behind Everyday Stuff National Geographic, 2020.
Note! Citations contain only title, author, edition, publisher, and year published. Citations should be used as a guideline and should be double checked for accuracy. Citation formats are based on standards as of August 2021.
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