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Tap into kids' natural curiosity by pulling back the curtain on the below-ground workings of a typical big city. High-density, fun-to-explore illustrations and inviting text showcase water and sewer systems, transport lines and more.
"Designed to be turned sideways to be read, the book provides plenty of vertical space for intriguing cross sections showing services and structures underground. . . .the digital illustrations are highly engaging. Nicely composed, they help children to visualize what’s happening at different levels, showing utilities near the surface, and tunnels deeper down. From unusual perspectives to kid-friendly details, this book offers an appealing view of what lies beneath our feet." - Booklist
April 1, 2016
"These “peeks” take a system-by-system approach to their subjects—pairing informal but pleasantly specific commentary to cartoon-style cutaways and diagrams. Though the illustrations are not consistently to scale, in all but Hood they are formatted sideways for an effective sense of depth. . . .the overall level and accuracy of detail make the series a worthy addition. Good additional choices for science collections." - School Library Journal
"A direct-address text with short sentences and not-too-challenging vocabulary takes readers on an underground tour to introduce civil-engineering technologies, from underground power cables and subways to church crypts and skyscraper foundations. Oriented sideways, the uncluttered spreads include helpful illustrations, diagrams, insets, cross-sections, and “Did You Know?” sidebars." - Nonfiction Notes from the Horn Book
January 23, 2017
Outstanding Science Trade Books for Students K-12 for 2017
December 1, 2016
Esther Porter grew up in North Dakota, where she and her best friend had enough small animals to open a zoo. She is the author of a number of science-y books including What's Sprouting in My Trash? A Book about Composting and Sun Power: A Book about Renewable Energy. Her only animals now are Chopstick the angry cat, Georgie the confused cat, and Samantha Turkey Porter the slobbery pup.
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