Leni Zumas's writing crackles. Her books are sharp, bleak, funny, and possibly dangerous. When her collection of short stories, Farewell Navigator,...
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Not only is this book filled with information, it is an easy read. You learn that a miso mixture is one of the best ways to test low-flow toilet efficacy and that Ireland is one of the "civilized" nations that did not have effective and safe water treatment facilities until the turn of the century, that is from the 20th to the 21st century! Plus so much more. A great book for everyone to learn or be reminded that "away" does not really exist. A good pairing with The Story of Stuff by Annie Leonard to realize that we are all responsible.
The plot is simple and should appeal to those kids who like Nancy Drew or the Hardy Boys mysteries, however besides the main puzzle there are additional chapter puzzles (answers in the back). These are mostly word puzzles, plus a few math puzzles, with some perhaps needing some research or adult help. Eric Berlin also has a website for those who want more puzzles. A great gift for kids who like word searches, anagrams, etc. Could also be be used in a classroom with the chapter puzzles as "homework", extra credit (Eric Berlin's idea), or in a Gifted & Talented program, are just a few ideas on additional uses for this book. A good way to encourage critical thinking skills.
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The Big Necessity: The Unmentionable World of Human Waste and Why It Matters by Rose George
Irisa Auzareja, January 1, 2011
Not only is this book filled with information, it is an easy read. You learn that a miso mixture is one of the best ways to test low-flow toilet efficacy and that Ireland is one of the "civilized" nations that did not have effective and safe water treatment facilities until the turn of the century, that is from the 20th to the 21st century! Plus so much more. A great book for everyone to learn or be reminded that "away" does not really exist. A good pairing with The Story of Stuff by Annie Leonard to realize that we are all responsible.The Puzzling World of Winston Breen by Eric Berlin
Irisa Auzareja, December 27, 2010
The plot is simple and should appeal to those kids who like Nancy Drew or the Hardy Boys mysteries, however besides the main puzzle there are additional chapter puzzles (answers in the back). These are mostly word puzzles, plus a few math puzzles, with some perhaps needing some research or adult help. Eric Berlin also has a website for those who want more puzzles. A great gift for kids who like word searches, anagrams, etc. Could also be be used in a classroom with the chapter puzzles as "homework", extra credit (Eric Berlin's idea), or in a Gifted & Talented program, are just a few ideas on additional uses for this book. A good way to encourage critical thinking skills.