Bibliograph

More surprising stories behind everyday stuff, Stephanie Warren Drimmer

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Label

More surprising stories behind everyday stuff, Stephanie Warren Drimmer

Language

eng

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

More surprising stories behind everyday stuff

Responsibility statement

Stephanie Warren Drimmer

Series statement

National Geographic kids

Summary

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? Where did that come from? Why is that a thing?

Target audience

pre adolescent

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