Weird Inventions

Many people invent useful things to solve problems. But some inventions turn out to be a little odd. From water shoes to self-making beds, inventors have created all kinds of weird products and contraptions. Weird Inventions takes a look at these and other weird inventions throughout history. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO. Activities for further learning Glossary of key words Index The world can be a weird place. Scientists teach mice how to drive tiny cars. People build upside-down houses. And fish in the deepest, darkest parts of the ocean lure prey using glowing bulbs that hang from their heads. Weird World uncovers these and other bizarre cases in a variety of subjects including sports, animals, and history. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.