The Buzz: Kids Edition

Sep 02 2020

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Fads, trends and how stuff gets popular: for kids! Based on Kira Vermond's newest book, "Trending: How and Why Stuff Gets Popular," The Buzz decodes the frenzied world of fads. Explore how fads take off and spread. How they can be crafted to lure you in. And how some viral fads can even turn downright dangerous.... For curious kids, 8-12. www.kiravermondkids.com

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