The Great Stink: How Joseph Bazalgette Solved London's Poop Pollution Problem

A Robert F. Sibert Honor Book! Discover the true story about the determined engineer who fixed London's...
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Author: Colleen Paeff
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Language: English
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The Great Stink: How Joseph Bazalgette Solved London's Poop Pollution Problem by Paeff, Colleen

The Great Stink: How Joseph Bazalgette Solved London's Poop Pollution Problem

$36.67

The Great Stink: How Joseph Bazalgette Solved London's Poop Pollution Problem

$36.67
Author: Colleen Paeff
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
A Robert F. Sibert Honor Book!

Discover the true story about the determined engineer who fixed London's pollution problem in this funny, accessible nonfiction picture book featuring engaging art from the illustrator of Queen Victoria's Bathing Machine.

It's the summer of 1858, and London's River Thames STINKS. What is creating this revolting smell? The answer is gross: the river is full of poop.

But the smell isn't the worst problem. Every few years, cholera breaks out, and thousands of people die. Could there be a connection between the foul water and the deadly disease?

One engineer dreams of making London a cleaner, healthier place. His name is Joseph Bazalgette. His grand plan to create a new sewer system to clean the river is an engineering marvel. And his sewers will save lives. Nothing stinky about that.

With tips for how to prevent pollution today, this fascinating look at science, history, and what one person can do to create change will impress and astound readers who want to help make their planet a cleaner, happier place to live.

Author: Colleen Paeff
Publisher: Margaret K. McElderry Books
Published: 08/31/2021
Pages: 40
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.17lbs
Size: 11.27h x 10.43w x 0.64d
ISBN: 9781534449299
Audience: Ages 4-8

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 5.6
Point Value: 0.5
Interest Level: Middle Grade
Quiz #/Name: 514541 / Great Stink: How Joseph Bazalgette Solved London's Poop Pollution Problem


Award: Golden Kite - Winner
Award: Robert F. Sibert Informational Book Award - Honor Book


Review Citation(s):
Bulletin of Ctr for Child Bks 07/01/2021
Kirkus Reviews 06/15/2021
Shelf Awareness 09/03/2021
Horn Book Magazine 11/01/2021 pg. 135

About the Author
Fueled by English breakfast tea, a burning curiosity, and a love of research, Colleen Paeff writes from a book-lined office in an old pink house with a view of the Hollywood sign. Visit her online at ColleenPaeff.com.

Nancy Carpenter is the acclaimed illustrator of Thomas Jefferson and the Mammoth Hunt, Queen Victoria's Bathing Machine, Fannie in the Kitchen, and Loud Emily, among other books. Her works have garnered many honors, including two Christopher Awards and the Jane Addams Children's Book Award. She lives in Brooklyn, New York. Visit her at NancyCarpenter.website.

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