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What is Mistakes That Worked about?

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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.

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“A splendid book that is as informative as it is entertaining . . . a gem.” —Booklist, Starred Review

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What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Mistakes That Worked?

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Children’s, Teenage and Educational > Children’s / Teenage: General interest > Children’s / Teenage general interest: Science and technology > Children’s / Teenage general interest: Inventors, inventions and experiments

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Where can I read a sample of Mistakes That Worked?

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You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780399552021

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Who is/are the Author/s of the book Mistakes That Worked?

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Charlotte Foltz Jones

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Who is the Publisher of the book Mistakes That Worked?

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Random House Children's Books

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