Surprising Stories Behind Everyday Stuff

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Edition: US - Paperback / softback
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English Age 8 - 12
平裝書 Paperback 256 pages 16.9 x 1.5 x 16.9 cm
Approx. weight: 0.41 kg
Publication date: 10 Sep,2019
Barcode: 9781426335297 National Geographic Kids

More books in English for Age 8 - 12
  • Children’s / Teenage general interest: General knowledge and interesting facts
  • Children’s / Teenage general interest: Mysteries and the unexplained
  • Children’s / Teenage general interest: Machines and how things work
  • Children’s / Teenage general interest: Science and technology

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By: Stephanie Warren Drimmer | Age: 8-12 | English | Page: 256 | Paperback | 16.9 x 1.5 x 16.9 cm


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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