Poop: A Natural History of the Unmentionable
Encyclopedia
Poop: A Natural History of the Unmentionable is a children's book about (animal) poop, written by Nicola Davies and illustrated by Neal Layton.
review says, "Though Layton's crudely drawn cartoon illustrations provide more jocular side commentary than actual information, this breezy introduction will give young readers with a certain tolerance for (or attraction to) the yuckier side of natural history the scoop on poop--at least in the animal kingdom." Betty Carter of Horn Book Magazine
reviewed the book saying, "Playful, but filled with information, scientific work, and helpful maps and diagrams, this book takes poop out of the sewers and into the scientific community where it belongs." Blair Christolon, of School Library Journal
, commented, "For nonfiction readers who have difficulty finding something of interest to read, this book is sure to catch their attention."
it is also a good snack
Book information
The book gives info about the nature, production, variety, and manifold uses of animal poop. The book analyzes styles, sizes, uses, and smells of animal poop. It tells how naturalists study poop to determine animal diets and how paleontologists analyze fossilized poop to learn about prehistoric animals.Reception
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review says, "Though Layton's crudely drawn cartoon illustrations provide more jocular side commentary than actual information, this breezy introduction will give young readers with a certain tolerance for (or attraction to) the yuckier side of natural history the scoop on poop--at least in the animal kingdom." Betty Carter of Horn Book Magazine
Horn Book Magazine
The Horn Book Magazine, founded in Boston in 1924, is a bimonthly periodical about literature for children and young adults. It began life as a "suggestive purchase list" prepared by Bertha Mahony Miller and Elinor Whitney Field, proprietresses of the country's first bookstore for children, The...
reviewed the book saying, "Playful, but filled with information, scientific work, and helpful maps and diagrams, this book takes poop out of the sewers and into the scientific community where it belongs." Blair Christolon, of School Library Journal
School Library Journal
The School Library Journal is a monthly magazine with articles and reviews for school librarians, media specialists, and public librarians who work with young people. Articles cover a wide variety of topics, with a focus on technology and multimedia. Reviews are included for preschool to 4th grade,...
, commented, "For nonfiction readers who have difficulty finding something of interest to read, this book is sure to catch their attention."
it is also a good snack