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32 pp.
| Capstone
| August, 2008
|
LibraryISBN 978-1-4296-1995-0$23.93
(3)
4-6
Edge Books: Sanitation Investigation series.
This series uses the gross-out factor to provide solid historical and scientific information about trash disposal and water safety. A surprising amount of ground is covered through short, easy-to-read sentences. Well-captioned photographs enhance and explain the texts. "Edge Facts," "Learn About" chapter previews, and words defined in the margins help make these books accessible to a variety of reading levels. Reading list. Glos., ind. Review covers these Edge Books: Sanitation Investigation titles: Do You Know Where Your Water Has Been? and Garbage, Waste, Dumps, and You.
32 pp.
| Capstone
| January, 2008
|
LibraryISBN 978-1-4296-1264-7$16.95
(3)
K-3
Fact Finders: Extreme Life series.
Vivid close-up photographs reveal the world of deep-sea creatures. A conversational text explains how the animals have adapted to the incredible depth and darkness of the ocean's "midnight zone." Readers will be fascinated--or terrified--by the unusual-looking fish ("On second thought, maybe you should skip this chapter. It's too scary for you"). Reading list. Glos., ind.
32 pp.
| Capstone
| December, 2008
|
LibraryISBN 978-1-4296-2294-3$23.99
(4)
4-6
Edge Books: Horrible Things series.
This book covers historical hoaxes including Piltdown Man, the Cottingley fairies, and the Hitler diaries. The text is vague regarding facts and sources, but the stories (all debunked) are entertaining. A concluding "Don't Believe Everything!" spread introduces P. T. Barnum ("a businessman, an entertainer, and an incredible hoaxer") and encourages healthy skepticism. Stock photographs illustrate the busy pages. Reading list. Glos., ind.
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