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Baffling & Bizarre Inventions by Murphy, Jim

by Murphy, Jim | PB | VeryGood
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Condition
Very Good
A book that has been read and does not look new, but is in excellent condition. No obvious damage to the book cover, with the dust jacket (if applicable) included for hard covers. No missing or damaged pages, no creases or tears, no underlining or highlighting of text, and no writing in the margins. Some identifying marks on the inside cover, but this is minimal. Very little wear and tear. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. See all condition definitionsopens in a new window or tab
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β€œMay have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend ...
Binding
Paperback
Weight
0 lbs
Product Group
Book
IsTextBook
No
ISBN
9781634501521

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Product Identifiers

Publisher
Skyhorse Publishing Company, Incorporated
ISBN-10
1634501527
ISBN-13
9781634501521
eBay Product ID (ePID)
211894125

Product Key Features

Book Title
Baffling and Bizarre Inventions
Number of Pages
96 Pages
Language
English
Topic
Technology / Inventions, Technology / General, Crafts & Hobbies, Curiosities & Wonders
Publication Year
2016
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Juvenile Nonfiction
Author
Jim Murphy
Format
Trade Paperback

Dimensions

Item Height
0.6 in
Item Weight
15.7 Oz
Item Length
10.2 in
Item Width
8.2 in

Additional Product Features

Intended Audience
Juvenile Audience
Dewey Edition
23
Grade From
Third Grade
Dewey Decimal
600
Grade To
Seventh Grade
Synopsis
A talking watch. An overcoat for two. A pair of pants for poodles. In his companion to Weird & Wacky Inventions , Jim Murphy shows kids some additional baffling and utterly silly inventions in the form of a guessing game that is both challenging and fun. What is a finger-supporting device used for? Can you really buy that talking watch? What on earth is a beard grinder? Whether it's a device for shaping the upper lip or a life preserver for horses, this parade of unusual inventions is a real treat for trivia lovers and any curious kid with an interest in science and inventions. Ages: 9-12., A talking watch. An overcoat for two people. A pair of training pants for poodles. In his companion to Weird & Wacky Inventions , Jim Murphy shows kids some additional baffling and utterly silly inventions in the form of a guessing game that is both challenging and fun. What is a finger-supporting device used for? Did the talking watch ever become available for sale in stores? What on earth is a beard grinder? Now for the first time in paperback, with full-color illustrations throughout, Baffling & Bizarre Inventions offers a glimpse into the life of inventors--both good and bad! Whether it's a device for shaping the upper lip or a life preserver for horses, this parade of unusual inventions is a real treat for trivia lovers, budding artists, and any kid who has an interest in science and inventions., A talking watch. An overcoat for two people. A pair of training pants for poodles. In his companion to Weird & Wacky Inventions , Jim Murphy shows kids some additional baffling and utterly silly inventions in the form of a guessing game that is both challenging and fun. What is a finger-supporting device used for? Did the talking watch ever become available for sale in stores? What on earth is a beard grinder? Now for the first time in paperback, with full-color illustrations throughout, Baffling & Bizarre Inventions offers a glimpse into the life of inventors--both good and bad Whether it's a device for shaping the upper lip or a life preserver for horses, this parade of unusual inventions is a real treat for trivia lovers, budding artists, and any kid who has an interest in science and inventions.

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