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The last straw : kids vs. plastics Cover Image Book Book

The last straw : kids vs. plastics / written by Susan Hood ; illustrated by Christiane Engel.

Hood, Susan, 1954- (author.). Engel, Christiane (Illustrator), (illustrator.).

Summary:

This collection of brilliant, lyrical nonfiction poems with bright, colorful illustrations highlights the threat of plastic and the kids who are fighting for change to save our planet.
Hood's poems highlight the threat of plastic and shows how it is hurting the health of our planet. You'll discover how scientists are using jellyfish snot and other methods to break down plastic pollution faster. Hood then introduces readers to young activists who are standing up and speaking out for change-- and inspires you to change the way you think about plastic! -- adapted from jacket

Record details

  • ISBN: 9780062981394 (hardcover)
  • ISBN: 0062981390 (hardcover)
  • Physical Description: 48 pages : color illustrations ; 29 cm
  • Edition: First edition.
  • Publisher: New York, NY : Harper, an imprint of HarperCollinsPublishers, [2021]

Content descriptions

Bibliography, etc. Note:
Includes bibliographical references (pages 42-45).
Formatted Contents Note:
Introduction -- Fantastic plastic -- P is for peek-a-boo plastic -- A sea change -- Plastic for dinner? -- The great Pacific garbage patch -- Ban the bag -- Mr. Trash wheel -- The road back -- From bottles to buddies -- For the love of frogs -- Ode to the jellyfish -- What can a bottle be? -- The munching, crunching caterpillars -- Be straw free -- A shining light -- Stand up, speak up -- Join the crew -- Author's note -- Timeline -- Use this, not plastic -- Top ten ocean polluters -- Additional resources -- Acknowledgments.
Target Audience Note:
Ages 5 up.

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Available copies

  • 2 of 3 copies available at Kenton County.

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  • 0 current holds with 3 total copies.
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Covington Branch J 363.7288 Hood (Text) 33126024091302 JNonfiction Available -
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Independence Branch J 363.7288 Hood (Text) 33126024091005 Display Checked out 05/10/2024

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