Rotten Pumpkin: A Rotten Tale in 15 Voices
A Rotten Tale in 15 Voices
by David M. Schwartz; Photography by Dwight Kuhn
Creston Books
JKSCommunications
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Description
Compost won't mean the same thing after readers have seen the amazing transformation of Jack from grinning pumpkin to mold-mottled wreckage to hopeful green shoot. The story of decomposition is vividly told so that science comes to life (and death). Part story, part science, and a whole lot of fun. Features a teacher guide in the back of the book, and additional material (including instructions on how to put on a Rotten Pumpkin play in your school) are on the Creston and Author websites.
Advance Praise
“Grossly interesting!! Schwartz takes us on another fascinating journey in science.”- Penny Glackman, Excellence in Science Teaching Award Winner
“An enlightening tale of nature’s recycling process. It’s amazing how much life a rotting pumpkin supports—and how many children will be delighted and disgusted!”-Vicki Cobb, author of more than 80 science books for kids
“A quick and icky guide to decomposition and the organisms that actually do the ‘dirty’ work. This is a simple, fun, yet informative book that would be handy in any science classroom! I loved the penicillin part!”- Ian Lesser, science teacher and curriculum writer
“An enlightening tale of nature’s recycling process. It’s amazing how much life a rotting pumpkin supports—and how many children will be delighted and disgusted!”-Vicki Cobb, author of more than 80 science books for kids
“A quick and icky guide to decomposition and the organisms that actually do the ‘dirty’ work. This is a simple, fun, yet informative book that would be handy in any science classroom! I loved the penicillin part!”- Ian Lesser, science teacher and curriculum writer
Available Editions
| EDITION | Other Format |
| ISBN | 9781939547033 |
| PRICE | $16.99 (USD) |
Links
Available on NetGalley
| (PDF) |
