What Poo Can Do
How Animals Are Fighting the Climate Crisis
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We all know animals are affected by the climate crisis. But did you know the climate crisis is also affected by animals?
From whales to dung beetles, What Poo Can Do explores how animals big and small are helping the planet every time they do a number two. Come on a journey to different parts of the world to see how animals are fertilizing plants, storing carbon, preventing fires, reducing methane and even creating color-coded maps--all through their feces! Readers will discover how animal defecation makes a difference when it comes to the climate crisis. It's time to embrace the power of poo!
The epub edition of this title is fully accessible.
About this Author
Yolanda Ridge is the author of fiction and nonfiction books for young readers, including Evolution Interrupted: How We Change Nature and How Nature Changes Us, CRISPR: A Powerful Way to Change DNA and Elliot Jelly-Legs and the Bobblehead Miracle. She has a master of science degree and is adept at making complex concepts understandable, a skill she uses in her science writing and teaching. Yolanda lives in Rossland, British Columbia.
Reviews
"Well-organized and sustains the reader's interest...Highly recommended."
""While most environmental titles for children focus on how humans can protect and care for the planet, this book focuses on animals who are already assisting the cause--with poop!"
"Provides food for thought, offers pertinent information, and equips interested middle graders with fodder for discussion and research"
"This engaging book tackles a surprising topic head-on, transforming animal waste into a springboard for a fascinating exploration of ecology...Kids will be surprised and empowered to learn how even something seemingly gross can be a superhero for the Earth, inspiring them to see the world around them in a whole new light."
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