A very curious Christmas
Moate, Maddie2024
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Have you ever wondered why crackers go bang? Or where Christmas trees come from? Or why brussels sprouts make you fart? Maddie Moate is here to answer these questions and many more, from how toys work to where gingerbread comes from. You'll explore the science behind fairy lights, snowflakes, reindeer knees and holly leaves. And you'll discover how different people around the world celebrate the Christmas period, and the curious history behind festive traditions. Prepare to be amazed at the wackiest Christmas facts - including floating Christmas trees, rollerskating worshippers and festive underwear. Plus, every chapter includes wintery activities and craft ideas to get you in the holiday spirit.
Main title:
A very curious Christmas / Maddie Moate ; illustrated by Paul Boston.
Author:
Moate, Maddie, authorBoston, Paul, illustrator
Imprint:
UK : Puffin Books, 2024.
Collation:
238 pages : illustrations (black and white) ; 20 cm
Notes:
Originally published: 2023.Includes bibliographical references.
Audience:
Juvenile.pym; pyu.
ISBN:
9780241695937 (pbk)
Dewey class:
394.2663J394.2663J394.266394.266J394.266MOA
LC class:
GT4985.5
Local class:
394.2663394.266
Language:
English
Index terms:
scienceSTEM
BRN:
3993331
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