fads

". . . graphic memoir of Bechdel's lifelong love affair with exercise, set against a [humorous] chronicle of fitness fads in our times"--Provided by publisher.

Contains photographs of silly bands, animal-shaped accessories for children, in various locations throughout a school, including the playground, hallway, classroom, gymnasium, and bus. Includes checklists for silly band collectors.

"When other girls in her school have cat ears on their headbands, Elizabeth decides she must have one too"--OCLC.

Examines how fads and trends start and spread and discusses how they can be crafted and sometimes dangerous.

When Grace takes boxes of old buttons from a building her grandfather bought, she starts a fad at school that draws her closer to one friend, but further from another.

When Grace takes boxes of old buttons from a building her grandfather bought, she starts a fad at school that draws her closer to one friend, but further from another.

When Grace takes boxes of old buttons from a building her grandfather bought, she starts a fad at school that draws her closer to one friend, but further from another.

Explores the history of fads in the United States.

"Fads come and go, but they're almost always weird. From troll dolls to pet rocks and even goldfish swallowing, there are plenty of weird fads hidden in American history. Full-color photographs introduce readers to one of America's earliest fads--drawing panoramas of towns--as well as some of the weirder phenomena like flagpole sitting or dance contests. With full-color photographs highlighting these odd toys, games, and hobbies, readers learn some of the reasons behind these trends in American history"--From the publisher's web site.

All the children in the third grade except Zeke Meeks are playing with the newest fad, Puppet Pals finger puppets, but Zeke would rather play basketball than give in to the pressure and join them.