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US The Scoop on Poop: The Seriously Scientific Book of Pee and Poo - Softcover

Platt, Richard; Platt, Mary

 
9780753469231: US The Scoop on Poop: The Seriously Scientific Book of Pee and Poo

Synopsis

Every grownup knows that there is one universal topic that fascinates children without exception: poop and pee. But what they may not know is that throughout history, the products of our bladder and bowels have helped us to build houses, wash and dye our clothes, fertilize crops, treat illnesses, solve crimes, control pollution, and create fuel, energy, and explosives. With just the right amount of humor, The Scoop on Poop - by Richard Platt, illustrated by John Kelly - uncovers the fascinating stories behind mankind's ingenious use of this most natural of resources, and young readers will love pouring over the droll illustrations and endearing characters that populate the pages. From wizards using 'magical urine', to soldiers fighting with exploding piles of dung, pee-wielding beauty therapists, and much, much more--this book uncovers the history and the science behind the one topic that unites us, young and old.

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About the Authors

Richard Platt has been writing for children since 1992. One of his books, Castle Diary, was shortlisted for the Kurt Maschler Award, The Times Education Supplement award, and a History Today prize. His Pirate Diary won the Kate Greenaway Medal 2002, the Silver Smarties Award 2002, and won the 'Best Book With Facts' prize in the Blue Peter Book Awards 2003.

Mary Platt is the co-author of The Scoop on Poop! and Don't Flush with her husband Richard Platt.

John Kelly is the author/illustrator of picture books such as The Beastly Pirates and Fixer; the author of picture books Can I Join Your Club and Hibernation Hotel and the illustrator of fiction series such as Ivy Pocket and Araminta Spook. Monster Doctor is his first author/illustrator middle-grade fiction.

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