Weaponizing Poop

Bows and arrows, firearms, missiles and poop? The progress of invention marches forward through time as humans discover a new material to use in the manufacturing of weapons. People have a history of utilizing excrement for various uses. This book takes a look at this interesting development of warfare, and the redefinition of just what a stink bomb is. Investigating the elements of feces will shine a light on the effectiveness and possible danger posed by what we are all too happy to flush away. This memorable and accessible book is one that readers are sure to enjoy.

Bows and arrows, firearms, missiles and poop? The progress of invention marches forward through time as humans discover a new material to use in the manufacturing of weapons. People have a history of utilizing excrement for various uses. This book takes a look at this interesting development of warfare, and the redefinition of just what a stink bomb is. Investigating the elements of feces will shine a light on the effectiveness and possible danger posed by what we are all too happy to flush away. This memorable and accessible book is one that readers are sure to enjoy.

Why do rabbits and guinea pigs feed on their own droppings? How is munching on hyena dung helpful to an African leopard tortoise? And why might you spot scientists carrying buckets of fox poop and dirty diapers into the woods? To humans, eating poop sounds disgusting, but many members of the animal kingdom regularly chow down on poop! This new Science Slam! title will engross readers—and gross them out! Filled with information perfectly suited to the abilities and interests of an early elementary audience, this colorful, fact-filled book gives readers a chance not only to learn, but also to develop their powers of observation and critical thinking. With fascinating photographs and surprising, high-interest facts about a material that we don’t usually read about, the book makes learning about excrement poop-sitively amazing!

How is yak dung turned into fuel for cooking in Tibet? Can manure from dairy farms really be used to produce electricity? And could your car one day be powered by your own family’s poop? With plenty of poop being produced every day, many people around the world are using this unwanted material as fuel to create energy. This new Science Slam! title will engross readers—and gross them out! Filled with information perfectly suited to the abilities and interests of an early elementary audience, this colorful, fact-filled book gives readers a chance not only to learn, but also to develop their powers of observation and critical thinking. With fascinating photographs and surprising, high-interest facts about a material that we don’t usually read about, the book makes learning about excrement poop-sitively amazing!

Everything I Know About Poop gives parents an innovative and fun way to help their toddlers achieve toilet-training success, especially the stubborn ones. It uses a hilarious story and charming drawings to engage kids and help them understand, verbalize and accept that people need to poop, animals need to poop, we all need to poop!

Why did medieval physicians fill a patient’s nostrils with hog’s dung? Can eating camel poop really help cure dysentery? And why are 21st-century doctors carrying out fecal transplants on patients with serious digestive problems? We often think of poop as yucky and dirty, but since ancient times, doctors have explored how it can be used as a treatment for illnesses and injuries. This new Science Slam! title will engross readers—and gross them out! Filled with information perfectly suited to the abilities and interests of an early elementary audience, this colorful, fact-filled book gives readers a chance not only to learn, but also to develop their powers of observation and critical thinking. With fascinating photographs and surprising, high-interest facts about a material that we don’t usually read about, the book makes learning about excrement poop-sitively amazing!

People and farm animals make a lot of poop every day. Poop is often an untapped source for energy and fuel. Some people hope it will become popular as a sustainable energy source. Turning Poop Into Power looks at how poop becomes energy and the benefits of using it for heating and electricity. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

How is elephant, panda, and sheep poop turned into paper? Can seabird droppings really be used to make explosives? And why are coffee beans that pass through the digestive system of a small furry animal the most expensive in the world? Poop might be considered a waste product, but many people around the world see no reason to let it go to waste. As yucky as it might seem, poop can actually have many unexpected uses. This new Science Slam! title will engross readers—and gross them out! Filled with information perfectly suited to the abilities and interests of an early elementary audience, this colorful, fact-filled book gives readers a chance not only to learn, but also to develop their powers of observation and critical thinking. With fascinating photographs and surprising, high-interest facts about a material that we don’t usually read about, the book makes learning about excrement poop-sitively amazing!