I Wonder Why Zippers Have Teeth New

It is hard for kids to imagine that everything they see and use was once invented by someone. From computer games to ball point pens, Teddy bears to drinking straws, I Wonder Why Zippers Have Teeth clues kids into the behind-the-scenes people and stories behind many objects they use every day. The question and answer format is great for further discussion, the entertaining pictures keep the pages turning. It will change the way readers think about the things they use, and hopefully inspire a few to dream up some new ones! Editorial Reviews From Booklist Each book in the I Wonder Why . . . series offers an eclectic overview of its subject based largely on examples rather than narrative. Using a question-and-answer format, these charming books encourage readers to meander through all sorts of fascinating tidbits about people and places, piracy, deserts, and inventions. I Wonder Why Zippers Have Teeth piques readers' curiosity by not only defining an invention but also telling great stories about the origins and first versions of items ranging from the bizarre to the everyday. No matter what the subject, the variety of illustrations, both serious and cartoonish, helps keep the books' pages lively and colorful. Grades K-3. --Miriam Aronin About the Author BARBARA TAYLOR has won numerous awards including the American Association of Physics Science Writing Award and the Geographical Association Gold Award.