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The A to Z of Everyday Things

By Janice Weaver
Illustrated by Francis Blake

By Janice Weaver
Illustrated by Francis Blake

By Janice Weaver
Illustrated by Francis Blake

By Janice Weaver
Illustrated by Francis Blake

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Paperback $8.95

Nov 09, 2004 | ISBN 9780887766718 | Middle Grade (10 and up)

Ebook $7.99

Jul 10, 2012 | ISBN 9781770499041 | Middle Grade (10 and up)

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    About The A to Z of Everyday Things

    • Why are Americans superstitious about two-dollar bills?
    • Why do we have twelve months in a year instead of ten, or six, or even twenty?
    • Why do we celebrate foolishness on the first day of April?
    • Why is yawning contagious?
    • Why is the number thirteen considered to be unlucky in so many different cultures?

    The A to Z of Everyday Things tells the surprising stories behind twenty-six seemingly ordinary objects and activities. From calendars and money to tulips and sideburns, this book uses commonplace items to explore the rich but often overlooked cultural history of our everyday lives. In the end, The A to Z of Everyday Things offers us a picture of modern life and how we got here in a funny, quirky, and highly readable form.

    About The A to Z of Everyday Things

    • Why are Americans superstitious about two-dollar bills?
    • Why do we have twelve months in a year instead of ten, or six, or even twenty?
    • Why do we celebrate foolishness on the first day of April?
    • Why is yawning contagious?
    • Why is the number thirteen considered to be unlucky in so many different cultures?

    The A to Z of Everyday Things tells the surprising stories behind twenty-six seemingly ordinary objects and activities. From calendars and money to tulips and sideburns, this book uses commonplace items to explore the rich but often overlooked cultural history of our everyday lives. In the end, The A to Z of Everyday Things offers us a picture of modern life and how we got here in a funny, quirky, and highly readable form.

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    About Janice Weaver

    JANICE WEAVER is a highly respected editor and the author of several acclaimed works of nonfiction for young people. Building America and From Head to Toe: Bound Feet, Bathing Suits, and Other Bizarre and Beautiful Things were each named Notable… More about Janice Weaver

    About Francis Blake

    Francis Blake has been an illustrator for as long as he can remember. His artwork has appeared in magazines, books, and advertising materials across North America, Europe, and Asia. He is the illustrator of From Head to Toe and The… More about Francis Blake

    About Janice Weaver

    JANICE WEAVER is a highly respected editor and the author of several acclaimed works of nonfiction for young people. Building America and From Head to Toe: Bound Feet, Bathing Suits, and Other Bizarre and Beautiful Things were each named Notable… More about Janice Weaver

    About Francis Blake

    Francis Blake has been an illustrator for as long as he can remember. His artwork has appeared in magazines, books, and advertising materials across North America, Europe, and Asia. He is the illustrator of From Head to Toe and The… More about Francis Blake

    Product Details

    Category: Children’s Nonfiction | Children’s Middle Grade Books

    Paperback | $8.95
    Published by Tundra Books
    Nov 09, 2004 | 128 Pages | 6 x 9 | Middle Grade (10 and up) | ISBN 9780887766718

    Category: Children’s Nonfiction | Children’s Middle Grade Books

    Ebook | $7.99
    Published by Tundra Books
    Jul 10, 2012 | 128 Pages | Middle Grade (10 and up) | ISBN 9781770499041

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