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Why Is Snot Green?: And Other Extremely Important Questions (and Answers) Paperback – April 14, 2009

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PREPARE TO LAUGH AND LEARN

Scientific answers to mysteries kids really want to know.

Sure a lot of kids want to grow up to be astronauts, but according to scientist Glenn Murphy, even MORE kids want to know what happens to astronaut farts. (Short answer: Not good things!) And they want to know: Why don't all fish die from lightening storms? Why haven't we all been sucked into a black hole? Do animals talk? Told in a back-and-forth conversational style, Why is Snot Green? presents science just the way kids want to learn it--with lots of laughter.

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    8 - 12 years
  2. Print length
    240 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Grade level
    3 - 2
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    970L
  6. Dimensions
    5.48 x 0.66 x 8.25 inches
  7. Publisher
    Square Fish
  8. Publication date
    April 14, 2009
  9. ISBN-10
    1596435003
  10. ISBN-13
    978-1596435001
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“Is the Earth really getting hotter, and is that so bad?” “Why do we walk on two legs (instead of four)?” Conservation, evolution, technology, animal life, space travel, physics, and much more are discussed in this lively science book. The writer worked at the London Science Museum, and the chatty questions and answers read like an informal guided tour for kids, with text that is compelling, never intimidating, and sometimes deliberately outrageous. Starting with the book’s title, the open talk about yucky bodily functions will grab even reluctant readers (“Do rabbits fart? Why?” “What are scabs for, and is it OK to pick them?”). Children will have fun browsing the spacious pages and sharing what they read with adults, who can join in the explanations about complex stuff, including time travel and Einstein’s theory of relativity. Grades 3-6. --Hazel Rochman

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“Students will find this a fun book to browse independently or share with friends. An excellent choice for reluctant readers in search of entertaining, informative nonfiction.” ―School Library Journal

“Parents who slugged through science back in the day might want to take a peek, and science teachers confronting the lost, the confused, or the disengaged should welcome this as a lively back-up plan.” ―Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books

“This will be devoured by even the most reluctant readers or scientists.” ―Kirkus Reviews

“Reluctant readers will find both format and subject appealing. Public libraries and media centers should acquire multiple copies, if possible, to meet certain demand.” ―VOYA

“Children will have fun browsing the spacious pages and sharing what they read with adults, who can join in the explanations about complex stuff, including time travel and Einstein's theory of relativity.” ―Booklist

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Square Fish (April 14, 2009)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 240 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1596435003
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1596435001
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 8 - 12 years
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ 970L
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ 3 - 2
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 7.8 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.48 x 0.66 x 8.25 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 2,379 ratings

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Glenn Murphy is a bestselling author of popular science books and articles for kids, teenagers and adults.

In 2003, Glenn received his Masters in Science Communication from London's Imperial College of Science, Technology and Medicine. He wrote his first popular science book, Why Is Snot Green? in the summer or 2006, whilst managing the Explainer team at the Science Museum, London. Since then, he has written more than 25 popular science titles, on subjects ranging from astronomy and anatomy to ecology and zoology.

In June 2007, he moved to the United States. He now lives and works in Raleigh, North Carolina, with his wife Heather and two cats of unusual size.

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alvin giese
5.0 out of 5 stars alvin1624
Reviewed in the United States on March 2, 2012
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This book was highly intertaining. It is just what i imagined it would be like. I think any one with a sense of humor would enjoy it. It has a lot of questions answered, that you would wonder about but not generally ask. My husband and sister really enjoyed it and i will be passing it along to the rest of the family and friends.
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Fred Baetz
5.0 out of 5 stars Why is Snot Green
Reviewed in the United States on September 2, 2012
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This was a birthday gift for my grandson. It arrived early and as soon as he opened the present he started reading it.. Also his mother and sister.I've been told he likes sharing the books info with his friends. Very pleased with everything.
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D. Campbell
4.0 out of 5 stars Fun, and Sometimes Gross, Questions with Humorous Answers.
Reviewed in the United States on January 4, 2012
I had some fun with two fifth grades classes today reading, and have students attempt to answer some of the questions posed, in this book. It certainly got everyone's attention and they were very surprised (and a bit grossed out, but in a GOOD way) with the answers. The books in written Q & A format and the responses are conversational and chatty.

Basic questions such as, "Why is the sky blue?" and "What are sneezes for, anyway?" along with, "Where did the Moon come from?" to "Will computers ever be smarter than people?" are among the numerous queries posed and will keep those certain kids that love to ask "those" questions busy reading. There are lists sprinkled throughout the book. One such list called, "Top 10 Killer Animals" kept my students guessing because of the surprising answers. This book is good to read as a group, or for individual reading.

There are also plenty of nasty/gross questions along with even more delightfully disgusting answers. They liked it, so I like it.
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Viki Williams
5.0 out of 5 stars It's a hit
Reviewed in the United States on September 9, 2013
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This is the best book to accompany How Loud Can You Burp? My 7th graders love the questions and answers--especially the "gross" ones.
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Catherine Franchett
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in the United States on January 13, 2015
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My grandkids are loving it!
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stephen kurt spero
3.0 out of 5 stars Why is snot green
Reviewed in the United States on May 19, 2013
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This book was ok. I though it would talk about song being green but it didn't. It ewe as long and boring. It would be better if it was shorter like 120 pages.
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Susan Hogben
5.0 out of 5 stars terrific
Reviewed in the United States on August 1, 2014
I am really pleased with this book.It is an interesting and funny book.In fact I wish there was a 5 star option.No 10 star!!!!!!!!!!Or prehaps 100!Actually minimum 1000000!!!!!!!!!! I also recomend blood,bones,guts and stuff.Murphy has written many hilarious books which I highly enjoyed reading.I really recomend his books.
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LittleLoves
5.0 out of 5 stars Making Science Fun
Reviewed in the United States on July 21, 2009
"Why is Snot Green" is great book because it makes science fun. This book allows the reader (both young and old) to learn without the monotony of a typical science book. Targeted towards the interests of young scientists, this book allows children to learn about science in a entertaining way. I recommend this book to anyone who wants to learn about science without the drudgery of a traditional text book.
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Dava C.
5.0 out of 5 stars Thumbs up
Reviewed in Canada on September 14, 2022
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My little 7 year old grandchild loves this book . I think the title says it best!
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Millie
5.0 out of 5 stars Entertaining reading
Reviewed in Italy on June 10, 2022
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We're having a lot of fun reading this book. Great approach to scientific facts, helps you to learn and understand better, and also adds some curiosities. We love it
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sammy
5.0 out of 5 stars Very good book for inquisitive children like my youngest!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 13, 2021
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One of my son's Christmas presents! Excellent & funny too. I had a brief browse through & it was very educational, factual and also had a child's funny undertone to it too. My son loved it!
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Kalyani Paranjape
5.0 out of 5 stars A classic !
Reviewed in India on November 17, 2013
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Every family should own a copy of 'Why is Snot Green?' Glenn Murphy is so gifted... His writing is so lucid and engaging... Facts suddenly become so exciting, that I wonder why our Science text books cannot be like this book...

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5.0 out of 5 stars Highly recommend
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 14, 2021
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This book is so much better than the title gives it credit for. I read it cover to cover to my kids who were totally engrossed, they would often anticipate the next question. The explanation of distances through space, spiders hearing through the hairs on their legs and of course the reason why snot is green, just fascinating.
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