From Frisbees to X-Rays, Post-It Notes to penicillin, here are the fascinating stories behind the accidental inventions of 40 things, including Coca-Cola, potato chips, Silly Putty, the Slinky, and many other familiar items. An IRA/CBC Children's Choice. 40 full-color cartoons.
Forty-five true stories of how various accidents, mishaps, and misunderstandings resulted in the "invention" of such items as ice-cream sodas, microwave ovens, and yo-yos. Illustrated with b&w drawings.
Real-life mysteries are often solved in surprising ways. Detectives and forensic scientists know that bugs, dirt, bite marks, and even pets are all potential clues. Now, Jones has drawn together numerous actual accounts that illustrate the fascinatingly diverse world of crime-solving. Illustrated throughout with amusing and atmospheric drawings.
Forty-five true stories of how various accidents, mishaps, and misunderstandings resulted in the "invention" of such items as ice-cream sodas, microwave ovens, and yo-yos. Illustrated with b&w drawings.
Here are the incredible stories of sea navigators, mountain men, military men, and master surveyors who brought the world knowledge of the uncharted lands known as "the West." Index, time line, glossary, bibliography, source notes, maps.
Find out how some of the most popular things were invented by accident, including Post-it Notes, Coca-Cola, Silly Putty, the Slinky, and many other familiar things. Forty of these surprising stories, along with whimsical cartoons and unusual facts, make up this fun-filled and fascinating book.
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