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Brilliant Blunders & Fortunate Flops: 101 Random Facts, Funny Mistakes, and Stories of Inventions That Changed the World by Accident! A Fun Science &
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Publisher: Independently Published
Pages: 76
Weight: 0.25
Height: 0.16 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Sometimes the greatest inventions start with a big whoops!
Packed with 101 short and incredible stories, Brilliant Blunders & Fortunate Flops, reveals how everyday accidents led to snacks, gadgets, medical marvels and ideas that changed the world forever, this hilarious and educational book turns curious kids into fascinated fact-hunters.
Why Kids (and Parents) Love This Book:
- Bite-sized stories: Each one is only a few lines long, perfect for quick reads, car rides, or bedtime giggles.
- Funny + educational: Real inventions, weird experiments, and wacky discoveries that turn mistakes into aha! moments.
- STEM and history made fun: Learn about science, creativity, and problem solving, without it feeling like homework.
- Confidence-boosting reads: Short stories keep even reluctant readers hooked and curious.
- Perfect for classrooms and families: Great for reading aloud, home school, screen free learning and inspiring curiosity.
- Additional Goodies inside: Includes the Which Accidental Invention Are You? quiz and a printable activity pack (QR code included!).
The Ideal Gift For:
- Boys and girls aged 7-12 who love fun facts, weird science, and history with a twist.
- Parents, teachers, and home schoolers looking for a high-interest nonfiction book that sparks laughter and learning.
- Curious minds who enjoy STEM for kids, short funny stories, and books about inventions and discoveries.
From velcro to dynamite, Slinky toys to safety glass, this laugh-and-learn collection proves that even the biggest blunders can make history.
So go ahead - add this brilliant bundle of bloopers to your cart today, and watch curiosity take over!
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