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Mistakes That Worked : 40 Familiar Inventions and How They Came to Be by Charlotte Foltz Jones (1994, Trade Paperback)

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Author: Jones, Charlotte Foltz; O'Brien, John [Illustrator]. Release Date: 1994-05-01. Condition: New. Qty Available: 1.

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Publisher
Random House Children's Books
ISBN-10
0385320434
ISBN-13
9780385320436
eBay Product ID (ePID)
439220

Product Key Features

Book Title
Mistakes That Worked : 40 Familiar Inventions and How They Came to Be
Number of Pages
96 Pages
Language
English
Publication Year
1994
Topic
Référence / Encyclopedias, Science & Nature / Experiments & Projects, Technology / How Things Work-Are Made, Technology / Inventions
Illustrator
Yes, O'brien, John
Genre
Juvenile Nonfiction
Author
Charlotte Foltz Jones
Format
Trade Paperback

Dimensions

Item Height
0.3 in
Item Weight
8 Oz
Item Length
8 in
Item Width
8 in

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Intended Audience
Juvenile Audience
Dewey Edition
23
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 From
Third Grade
Grade To
Seventh Grade
Dewey Decimal
609
Synopsis
Do 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 Number
T48 .J66

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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.
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by cgz9rdwjs9c@del...Sep 10, 2006
Mistakes That Worked is GREAT!
If you ever wondered how did something get invented or came about, then this is the book for you! Great resource for teachers to get students interested in inventions all from a "mistake". Did you know that playing cards had to do with the creation of making a sandwich? Great tid bits to know!
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by jnOe4HubQJ2@Del...Feb 18, 2012
Good book
Interesting book that I used to show my students that trying is worth it, even if you make a mistake.

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