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Product Identifiers
PublisherRandom House Children's Books
ISBN-100385320434
ISBN-139780385320436
eBay Product ID (ePID)439220
Product Key Features
Book TitleMistakes That Worked : 40 Familiar Inventions and How They Came to Be
Number of Pages96 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year1994
TopicReference / Encyclopedias, Science & Nature / Experiments & Projects, Technology / How Things Work-Are Made, Technology / Inventions
IllustratorO'brien, John, Yes
GenreJuvenile Nonfiction
AuthorCharlotte Foltz Jones
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.3 in
Item Weight8.1 Oz
Item Length8 in
Item Width8 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceJuvenile Audience
Dewey Edition23
Reviews"Jones gathers together in a splendid book that is as informative as it is entertaining. Jones has great fun with facts, dredging up plenty in a lively, anecdotal account that recollects the oddball origins of a variety of foods, clothing, toys, and devices....A gem of a book."--Booklist, starred review., "Jones gathers together in a splendid book that is as informative as it is entertaining. Jones has great fun with facts, dredging up plenty in a lively, anecdotal account that recollects the oddball origins of a variety of foods, clothing, toys, and devices....A gem of a book."-- Booklist , starred review.
Grade FromThird Grade
Dewey Decimal609
Grade ToSeventh Grade
SynopsisDo you know how many things in your daily life were invented by accident? SANDWICHES came about when an English earl was too busy gambling to eat his meal and needed to keep one hand free. POTATO CHIPS were first cooked by a chef who was furious when a customer complained that his fried potatoes weren't thin enough. Coca-Cola, Silly Putty, and X rays have fascinating stories behind them too Their unusual tales, and many more, along with hilarious cartoons and weird, amazing facts, make up this fun-filled book about everyday items that had surprisingly haphazard beginnings. And don't miss Eat Your Words about the fascinating language of food Praise for Mistakes That Worked "A splendid book that is as informative as it is entertaining . . . a gem." -- Booklist, Starred, The greatest discoveries are made outside the classroom! Learn all about mistakes that changed the world with this collection of the strange stories behind everyday inventions! It's no accident that you'll love this book! SANDWICHES came about when an English earl was too busy gambling to eat his meal and needed to keep one hand free. POTATO CHIPS were first cooked by a chef who was furious when a customer complained that his fried potatoes weren't thin enough. Coca-Cola, Silly Putty, and X rays have fascinating stories behind them too! Their unusual tales, and many more, along with hilarious cartoons and weird, amazing facts, make up this fun-filled book about everyday items that had surprisingly haphazard beginnings. And don't miss Eat Your Words about the fascinating language of food! "A splendid book that is as informative as it is entertaining . . . a gem." -- Booklist , Starred Review, The highly successful Practice in Physics has been completely revised and updated in this fourth edition to satisfy the latest examination specifications. The questions have been grouped into familiar topics. Summary sections of key equations and concepts to be covered are included at the start of each chapter. These are followed by a variety of progressive questions designed to lead the students from the most basic application of each new idea through to a full understanding of the concepts involved., The greatest discoveries are made outside the classroom Learn all about mistakes that changed the world with this collection of the strange stories behind everyday inventions It's no accident that you'll love this book SANDWICHES came about when an English earl was too busy gambling to eat his meal and needed to keep one hand free. POTATO CHIPS were first cooked by a chef who was furious when a customer complained that his fried potatoes weren't thin enough. Coca-Cola, Silly Putty, and X rays have fascinating stories behind them too Their unusual tales, and many more, along with hilarious cartoons and weird, amazing facts, make up this fun-filled book about everyday items that had surprisingly haphazard beginnings. And don't miss Eat Your Words about the fascinating language of food "A splendid book that is as informative as it is entertaining . . . a gem." -- Booklist , Starred Review
LC Classification NumberT48 .J66
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- 15. Nov. 2017
For older Kids
I got the book to read for my soon to be 6 year old grandson. While educational, it is not a fun read for someone his age. I think it's great for older kids who want to know some fun facts.Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 28. Mai. 2024
So excited to read this! Thanks
So excited to read this! ThanksBestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
