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Take a break from the console and discover the amazing origins behind all your favorite video games!

Did you know that Mario was originally named Jumpman? Or that his iconic hat and moustache were created because hair and mouths were too hard to animate? Or that Fortnite was originally pitched as a zombie apocalypse survival game? Or that the creator of Pokémon was inspired by his childhood bug collection? In The Secret Lives of Video Games, you’ll read all this and more!

Age-appropriate games include:

MinecraftRobloxFortniteRocket LeagueThe Legend of ZeldaPokémonSuper Mario Bros.Animal CrossingSonic the HedgehogSplatoonAmong UsOverwatchFIFATetrisLegoand more!

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Bushel & Peck Books (November 1, 2022)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 118 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1638190992
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1638190998
Reading age ‏ : ‎ 8 – 11 years
Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ 1140L
Grade level ‏ : ‎ 4 – 6
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 7.2 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.58 x 0.36 x 8.45 inches