{"product_id":"9781400337972_word-nerds-unite","title":"Word Nerds Unite!","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy are spectacularly successful movies called blockbusters? Why does \"putting your best foot forward\" mean you hope to make a good impression? Why is rowdy and prankish behavior called horseplay and what does it have to do with the rarity of horses? \u003cem\u003eWord Nerds Unite!\u003c\/em\u003e shares 200 fascinating word meanings for fans of Wordle, Scrabble, and other word games.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou've probably used words or phrases like these without giving them a second thought. But you'll be surprised and interested to discover the fascinating and sometimes curious origins to these fun sayings!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eWord Nerds Unite! \u003c\/em\u003eyou'll find: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e200 quirky, interesting words, phrases, and colloquial terms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBackstory for these colorful sayings still used today\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow some of our favorite expressions have evolved through the years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou'll discover such fascinating word and phrase origins for: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehandwriting on the wall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eplay for keeps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eraining cats and dogs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ebreak the ice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ebull's eye\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eand many more!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWord Nerds Unite!\u003c\/em\u003e is perfect for word lovers, Wordle enthusiasts, homeschoolers, and anyone curious about the illuminating history of 200 words that pepper our everyday dialogue and how they gained contemporary use. Organized by subject, each chapter begins with a quote, an introductory paragraph, and a list of what you'll discover! This fun read is great for sharing with and gift-giving to the Word Nerd in your life--even you!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Webb Garrison","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40699147780145,"sku":"9781400337972","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0571\/9926\/3793\/files\/9781400337972.jpg?v=1780471000","url":"https:\/\/bakerbookhouse.com\/products\/9781400337972_word-nerds-unite","provider":"Baker Book House ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}