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DeCristofano, Carolyn Cinami

A Black Hole Is NOT a Hole

75 pp. | Charlesbridge | February, 2012 | Trade ISBN 978-1-57091-783-7 $18.95

(1) 4-6 Illustrated by Michael Carroll. In this captivating book on black holes, complicated abstract ideas are logically ordered and clarified in an inviting conversational style and with inspired uses of reasoning and analogies perfectly attuned to the target audience. Well-designed layouts include illustrations, historical images, helpful diagrams, and humorous text bubbles that add levity while underscoring major concepts. Timeline. Bib., glos., ind.

Reviewer: Danielle J. Ford | Horn Book Magazine Issue: May, 2012