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Summary: Discusses inventions made over the years. Full of weird and wacky facts and retro-inspired illustrations, Amazing Inventions is the perfect, fun introduction to everything from robots to nanoscience. Prepare to laugh, marvel, and learn. Did you know that the ancient Egyptians may have used kites to help build their pyramids? That robots have a hard time learning karate? Or that Australian...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Sterling Children's Books 2019
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 600 OLSPerl, Erica S.
Summary: "A book made up of 75% truths and 25% lies, challenging kids to spot what is false in this fun reader about inventors"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Random House 2020
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2 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 600 PERDrimmer, Stephanie Warren
Summary: 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...
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Publisher / Publication Date: National Geographic 2020
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 031.02 DRICarlsen, Spike
Summary: "On his regular walk one morning, Spike Carlsen realized there was an entire world outside his front door that he knew nothing about. How does that fire hydrant work, he wondered? Why are street lights shining more brightly than ever before? And, on a more personal level, why does an easy stroll around the neighborhood always leave him feeling more creative and spry, better able to take on the...
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Publisher / Publication Date: HarperOne 2020
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: Misc CarlsenMcGrayne, Sharon Bertsch.
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Publisher / Publication Date: John Wiley 1997
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 500 MCGPettie, Andrew (Andrew J.)
Summary: "Be astounded, amused, and inspired by Britannica's ultimate collection of lists. Powerful rockets, tiny dinosaurs, lost treasures, smart dogs, spy gadgets, invincible sports teams, unusual jobs: you'll discover them all in this gloriously geeky guide to the universe."--Page [4] of cover.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Britannica Books 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 032.02 PETFontichiaro, Kristin
Summary: "At Maker Fests, makers of all kinds come together to show off their projects and share knowledge with the public. Through simple text written to foster creativity and problem solving, students will learn how to host their own Maker Fests. Large, colorfulimages show students how to complete activities. Additional tools, including a glossary and an index, help students learn new vocabulary and...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Cherry Lake Publishing 2017
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 745.5 FONDrimmer, Stephanie Warren
Summary: 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...
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Publisher / Publication Date: National Geographic Kids 2019
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 032.02 DRIResler, Tamara J
Summary: Read along as we dissect, explore, and explain how things do what they do. Complete with exciting diagrams and illustrations, accessible explanations, trivia, and fun features, How Things Work: Inside Out explains cell phones, 3D printers, lava lamps, skyscrapers, and everything in between!
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Publisher / Publication Date: National Geographic Kids 2017
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Summary: Did you know that kids can be inventors? And that wild animals also invent? Or that lots of inventions were created by accident? The engaging, play-along format makes learning exciting!
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Publisher / Publication Date: World Book, Inc. 2018
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 609 GUITurvey, Peter.
Summary: Text and cut-away illustrations present a variety of common items and how they work.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Franklin Watts Books 1995
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 600 TURMeister, Cari
Summary: 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.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Capstone Press 2017
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: J 609 MEIVaughan, Brendan.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Hudson Street Press 2006
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 600 VAUBrennan, Shawn
Summary: "Introduction to inventions people use every day using simple text, illustrations, and photos. Features include puzzles and games, fun facts, a resource list, and an index"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: World Book, Inc. 2018