Book details
This Book Stinks!: Gross Garbage, Rotten Rubbish, and the Science of Trash
Description
Get up close and personal with a wonderful world of waste.From composting and recycling, to landfills and dumps, to how creative people are finding new ways to reuse rubbish. It's fun to talk trash when it's jam-packed with infographics, thematic spreads, wow-worthy photos, sidebars, serious stats, and fabulous facts. Also included are quizzes and activities to inspire kids to take action, be proactive, and rethink the things we throw away.
Age
8-12
Text complexity
advanced
Length
128 pages
Why to read
- Educational Value: The book provides a comprehensive look into the world of waste, offering valuable insights into the science of trash, recycling, and sustainability. It's an excellent resource for readers who want to understand the impact of garbage on our environment and learn about waste management.
- Engaging Content: Sarah Wassner Flynn has a knack for making seemingly unappealing topics like garbage and rubbish interesting and accessible. The book is filled with fascinating facts, anecdotes, and gross-out details that will capture the attention of readers of all ages, especially children.
- Environmental Awareness: 'This Book Stinks!' encourages readers to think critically about their own waste production and consumption habits. It serves as a call to action to be more environmentally conscious and to make better choices to reduce our ecological footprint.
- Interactive Learning: The book includes experiments, activities, and quizzes that make learning interactive and fun. These hands-on elements help reinforce the educational content and engage readers in a way that goes beyond just reading, making it a great tool for both classroom learning and at-home discovery.