| Monster Science Contributor(s): Biskup, Agnieszka Jozefina (Author), Collins, Terry Lee (Author), Weakland, Mark Andrew (Author) |
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ISBN: 147650427X ISBN-13: 9781476504278 Publisher: Capstone Press OUR PRICE: $267.79 Product Type: Library Binding - Other Formats Published: July 2013 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Nonfiction | Science & Nature - General (see Also Headings Under Animals Or Technology) |
| Series: Graphic Library: Monster Science |
| Physical Information: 2.9" H x 7.4" W x 9.3" (5.60 lbs) 288 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Zombies, werewolves, and vampires may be undead but that doesn't exempt them from the laws of science Capitalize on kids' fascination with all types of monsters and aliens with this creative, hilarious, but absolutely fact filled look at important scientific concepts. Each vignette uses a monster and cool comic book style illustrations to show the hows and whys of science. |
Contributor Bio(s): Biskup, Agnieszka Jozefina: - Agnieszka Biskup is a science writer and editor based in Chicago. She is a former editor for the science section of the Boston Globe as well as the children's science magazine Muse. In addition to children's books, she has also written many articles for newspapers, magazines, and websites. Her books have received awards from Learning magazine, the Association of Educational Publishers, and the Society of School Librarians International. Her book Football: How It Works (Capstone Press, 2010) was a Junior Library Guild selection.Flocco, Gervasio Benitez: - Gervasio began studies in 1993 under teacher Horacio Lalia, a well-known comic artist in Argentina and Italy. After studying four years with him, Gervasio founded an independent label called La Productora (along with many colleagues and friends). They put out 16 books, and their material was published in Spain, USA, France, and Brazil.Mallea, Cristian Javier: - Cristian Mallea worked as an assistant for Lucho Olivera and Horacio Lalia doing comic books and as an illustrator doing work for esoteric publishing houses. Now, Cristian works in the studio founded with partners of La Productora, doing comic books and illustrations for many countries.Collins, Terry Lee: - An award-winning newspaper reporter and columnist, Terry Collins now writes fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and graphic novels for readers of all ages. Some of his latest titles include biographies of Elvis Presley and Louis Armstrong. A National Board Certified English instructor, he now teaches literature and creative writing in his hometown of Mount Airy, North Carolina.Weakland, Mark Andrew: - Mark Weakland wears many hats. As an author, he's written books for teachers, including Super Core!: Turbocharging Your Basal Reading Program with More Reading, Writing, and Word Work, published by the International Reading Association. His book topics for children include sports, bacteria, comets, and poetry. Mark's also a reading specialist. He teaches kindergarten children, third graders, parents, and teachers. As a musician and songwriter, Mark sings, plays percussion, and strums the guitar. Many of his songs, including I Sure Love Pancakes and The Dooflicky Machine, have won national awards and contests. Mark lives in Western Pennsylvania. |