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.
| ISBN: | 9781426335303 |
| Publication date: | 10th September 2019 |
| Author: | Stephanie Warren Drimmer, National Geographic Kids Firm, National Geographic Society US |
| Publisher: | National Geographic Kids an imprint of Disney Publishing Group |
| Format: | Hardback |
| Pagination: | 253 pages |
| Series: | National Geographic Kids |
| Genres: |
General Knowledge & Trivia Children’s / Teenage general interest: Machines and how things work Mystery / Mythology Science |