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Jump Into Science: Dirt - by Steve Tomecek (Paperback)

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  • What is soil?
  • 4-8 Years
  • 8.5" x 10.6" Paperback
  • 32 Pages
  • Juvenile Nonfiction, Science & Nature
  • Series Name: Jump Into Science

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About the Book



Brief text explores how soil is formed, its layers, and its importance as a natural resource that living things need to survive.



Book Synopsis



What is soil? Who lives in dirt? How does earth help things grow? The answers are within this fun- and fact-filled picture book. Just follow the gardening, star-nosed mole in the colorful outfits . . . and dig in!

This beautifully illustrated book introduces young readers to the basics of soil science with a creative presentation of the subject matter and an easy-to-follow do-it-yourself experiment. The text also includes Common Core-aligned activities for further classroom learning.

"Sprightly illustrations featuring a mole sporting a cheerful wardrobe of play clothes brighten a straightforward text about the formation and importance of soil . . . A quick, pleasant introduction to earth science."--School Library Journal

The Jump into Science series presents introductory science topics in an engaging picture book format with a character guide who helps readers understand the more challenging information. Other titles in the series include installments on sand, the sun, and stars.



About the Author



Stephen M. Tomecek (a.k.a. "The Dirtmeister(R)") is the Executive Director and founder of Science Plus, Inc. Steve began his professional career as a geologist (yes, he's a real scientist!). The title "Dirtmeister" was hung on him over 20 years ago by his students at the New York Botanical Gardens where he taught courses in soil science. He served as the Associate Director for the Science Museum of Long Island and as the Science Program Supervisor for the New York Hall of Science. He currently serves as a writer and science consultant for the National Geographic Society, Scholastic, Inc, and Chelsea House. In the past he has written and has helped to develop web sites for Discovery Communications, the Johns Hopkins School of Public Health, and Los Alamos Labs. Steve has written over 45 nonfiction books for both teachers and kids.
Dimensions (Overall): 8.5 Inches (H) x 10.6 Inches (W) x .1 Inches (D)
Weight: .3 Pounds
Suggested Age: 4-8 Years
Number of Pages: 32
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
Sub-Genre: Science & Nature
Series Title: Jump Into Science
Publisher: National Geographic Kids
Theme: Earth Sciences, General
Format: Paperback
Author: Steve Tomecek
Language: English
Street Date: March 8, 2016
TCIN: 1004354297
UPC: 9781426323621
Item Number (DPCI): 247-38-5494
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Estimated ship dimensions: 0.1 inches length x 10.6 inches width x 8.5 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 0.3 pounds
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