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Rotten!

Vultures, Beetles, Slime, and Nature's Other Decomposers
By Anita Sanchez
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Rotten! by Anita Sanchez is an engaging children's book that explores the often-overlooked importance of decay in nature. It delves into the fascinating world of decomposers, teaching young readers how these creatures play a vital role in recycling nutrients and maintaining ecological balance. The book combines science with interesting facts to make learning about the natural world both fun and informative.
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This book may appeal to you if you love exploring the fascinating world of nature with a twist of humour and science. Young readers who delight in learning about decomposers and the vital role they play in our ecosystem will find it both engaging and educational. It's perfect for curious minds who aren't afraid to dig into the wild and wonderful processes happening right under our noses!

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A funny and fact-filled look at decomposition in all of its slimy glory, illustrated with dazzling full-color art by Gilbert Ford. From vultures and sharks to bacteria, maggots, mushrooms, and more, discover the dirty rotten truth about one of nature’s most fascinating processes.

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A funny and fact-filled look at decomposition in all of its slimy glory, illustrated with dazzling full-colour art by Gilbert Ford. Vultures, fungi, dung beetles, and more aid in this fascinating and sometimes smelly aspect of the life cycle that’s right under our noses.

What’s that terrible smell? It’s the revolting scent of rot. But being rotten isn’t necessarily bad. If nothing ever rotted, nothing new could live.

Decomposition may seem like the last stop on the food chain, but it’s just the beginning. When dead plants and animals decay, they give life to a host of other creatures, and each one helps ecosystems thrive.

Decomposition happens in the forest, the ocean—even in your stomach and between your teeth! From vultures and sharks to bacteria, maggots, mushrooms, and more, discover the dirty rotten truth about one of nature’s most fascinating processes.

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Rotten! by Anita Sanchez delves into the fascinating world of decomposition, capturing the interest of young readers with its vivid illustrations. Reviews highlight the book's engaging approach to teaching children about rot, making an often unpleasant topic both educational and intriguing. It celebrates nature's cycles and is recommended for those looking to revitalise science collections with fresh, engaging content.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780358732884

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 19 January 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: Clarion Books

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Gilbert Ford

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 178.0mm

Height: 229.0mm

Weight: 279g

Pages: 96

Collections

Activity Books and Kits Anita Sanchez Children's Books Children's Early Years Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Drawing, Colouring and Painting Books for Kids Education & Reference Humour Science & Nature

About the Author

Anita Sanchez is fascinated by plants that no one loves. Her books include Rotten!, Monkey Business, and nonfiction picture book Hello, Puddle! She lives in Amsterdam, NY. Gilbert Ford's illustrations have appeared in magazines, newspapers, toys, advertisements, and books, including Mr. Ferris and His Wheel and Rotten! He lives in Ridgeland, MS.

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