Book details
Poopy Science: Getting to the Bottom of What Comes Out Your Bottom (Gross Science)
Description
This deep dive into the science and history of poop (and pee) covers everything kids ever wanted to know about their favourite subject. Both expertly researched and hilarious, the book starts with human waste: what's in our poop, how our digestive system works, the history of sanitation. It then moves on to other fascinating topics: why some animals eat poop, poop's potential use as fuel, how astronauts poop in space. Kids will enjoy getting the scoop on poop! Flush with engrossing facts and loaded with silly puns, this book belongs in every bathroom.
Age
8-12
Text complexity
advanced
Length
48 pages
Why to read
- Educational Value: The book provides a fun and engaging way to learn about the science of digestion and excretion, which are fundamental biological processes.
- Humor: The book uses humor to make a potentially uncomfortable topic more accessible and entertaining for readers, especially younger audiences.
- Health Awareness: Understanding the basics of what happens in our digestive system can lead to better health choices and awareness of when something might be wrong.
- Curiosity: It satisfies the natural curiosity about the human body and its functions, which is a topic of interest for many children and adults alike.