"This social, cultural, and culinary history charts soda's remarkable, world-changing journey from awe-inspiring natural mystery to ubiquity. Off-the-wall and offbeat stories abound, including how quack medicine peddlers spawned some of the world's biggest brands, how fizzy pop cashed in on Prohibition, how soda helped presidents reach the White House, and even how Pepsi influenced Apple's marketing of the iPod. This history of carbonated drinks follows...

"There are all kinds of soda pop! Root beer, cola, and ginger ale are just a few. How many can you name? Soda pop is sold all over the world. It comes in bottles and cans. It also comes from a soda fountain at a restaurant or store..."--Text, Chpt. 1.

In this version of the Grimm fairy tale, Thomas--who is called Little Red--discovers a wolf in disguise at his grandmother's house and ingeniously uses ginger ale to save the day.

Explores how soft drinks are made, with experiments and activities that demonstrate the scientific principles involved.

"Many people enjoy soft drinks with dinner or at a movie or sporting event. However, it's important to know what's in these beverages and how those ingredients can affect your body. Readers find out the facts about soft drinks in this informative guide to the science of soda. Through detailed main text, full-color photographs, graphic organizers, and sidebars, readers are introduced to essential health and nutrition concepts. In addition, they are...

An icy, bubbly beverage is just what you need to perk up. So, ever wanted to make your own from scratch? Crafting a great carbonated beverage is easy! This informative guide to making soda at home is perfect for anyone looking to create delicious artisan drinks with or without a soda machine. Jeremy Butler breaks down the science of carbonation so you can discover recipes that are easily adapted for each of the three methods for carbonation. He even...

Experiments with soft drinks demonstrate the properties of liquids, gas, and acids.

After Munch is captured and taken to Vykkers Labs to be experimented on, he organizes an escape among the other lab animals. It's up to you to help guide Munch in efforts to rescue fellow test creatures.