Why Do We Need Poop Nature We Need

Name: Why Do We Need Poop Nature We Need
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SKU: 9780756575304
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By Laura K Murray

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Why Do We Need Poop Nature We Need explores the vital role of poop in nature through engaging photographs and fascinating facts. Young readers will learn how poop helps grow crops, enrich soil, and even serves as a nutrient source for certain animals. This nonfiction children's book makes the natural world accessible and intriguing for budding scientists.
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Description

Discover why poop is an important resource in this photo-filled nonfiction book for budding young scientists.

Ever ask yourself, "Do we really need poop?" Well, the answer is... YES! In this Pebble Explore book, discover how this not-so-lovely part of nature is essential to our world. In fact, we need poop to help crops grow and replenish soil. Certain animals even eat poop for nutrients!

With eye-catching photos, quick facts, and beyond-the-book back matter, Why Do We Need Poop? will have young researchers and science fans exploring more about the NATURE WE NEED.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780756575304

Publisher: Capstone Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 08 January 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: Capstone Press

Illustration: Illustrations

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Weight: 350g

Pages: 32

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Children's Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Education & Reference Laura K Murray Science & Nature

About the Author

Laura K. Murray is the Minnesota-based author of more than 80 published or forthcoming books for young readers. Her creative writing and poetry have been featured in River Valley Woman, The Talking Stick, Mankato Poetry Walk & Ride, and elsewhere. She loves learning from her readers and helping them find their reading superpowers! Visit her at LauraKMurray.com.

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