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The great stink : how Joseph Bazalgette solved London's poop pollution problem / Colleen Paeff ; illustrated by Nancy Carpenter.
"In the summer of 1858, London's River Thames STANK. What created such a revolting smell? No matter what you call it, the answer is gross: the river was full of poop."-- back cover
"This funny and informative picture book tells the story of Joseph Bazalgette, a 19th century engineer who designed London's first comprehensive sewage system. In doing so, he saved thousands of lives from cholera outbreaks that regularly plagued the city. This STEM-focused story provides a window into the past and shows how one invention went on to affect generations to come - and teaches kids how they can prevent pollution in their own neighborhoods today"-- Provided by publisher.
Record details
- ISBN: 9781534449299
- ISBN: 1534449299
- Physical Description: 1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 29 cm
- Edition: First edition.
- Publisher: New York : Margaret K. McElderry Books, [2021]
- Copyright: ©2021
Content descriptions
| Bibliography, etc. Note: | Includes bibliographical references. |
| Target Audience Note: | Ages 4-8. Grades 2-3. AD950L Lexile |
| Study Program Information Note: | Accelerated Reader AR MG 5.6 0.5 514541. |
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| Genre: | Picture books. |
Show Only Available Copies
| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cameron Public Library | JN P&P WORLD GB (Text) | 32311111197911 | Juvenile Non-Fiction | Available | - |
Summary:
"In the summer of 1858, London's River Thames STANK. What created such a revolting smell? No matter what you call it, the answer is gross: the river was full of poop."--
"This funny and informative picture book tells the story of Joseph Bazalgette, a 19th century engineer who designed London's first comprehensive sewage system. In doing so, he saved thousands of lives from cholera outbreaks that regularly plagued the city. This STEM-focused story provides a window into the past and shows how one invention went on to affect generations to come - and teaches kids how they can prevent pollution in their own neighborhoods today"--
"This funny and informative picture book tells the story of Joseph Bazalgette, a 19th century engineer who designed London's first comprehensive sewage system. In doing so, he saved thousands of lives from cholera outbreaks that regularly plagued the city. This STEM-focused story provides a window into the past and shows how one invention went on to affect generations to come - and teaches kids how they can prevent pollution in their own neighborhoods today"--
