The Yucky Duck Rescue 8 - A Mystery About Pollution

(Paperback)

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There's something fishy going on in the lake at Camp Dakota . . . and it sure isn't the fish! The campers have discovered some smelly, green gunk in the water. Yuck! The creek seems to be source of the pollution, but how can they stop it And why is a trash-covered duck leading them on a wild goose chase Look in the back of the book for experiments and more to help you become a science detective too!

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Megan arrives at Camp Dakota excited about the summer, especially riding horses. When the camp's cuckoo clock goes missing, however, her keen scientific observations help crack the case. This graphic novel features colorful, manga-influenced cartoon illustrations and a relatively short narrative focused on different events illustrating several gravity-related concepts and scientific principles. While the story will not necessarily engage a wide range of readers, its relatable tween characters and summer camp setting will certainly appeal to middle grade readers with an eye for science. Specific scientific principles are explained in succinct, easy to understand language at the end of each episode; back matter includes science experiments readers can conduct, a brief glossary, and an explanation of the scientific principles underlying the mystery's solution. These will have particular interest to libraries looking to supplement their STEM collections with well-done graphic novels. --BayViews

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Lynda Beauregard wrote her first story when she was seven years old, and hasn't stopped writing since. She also likes to teach kids how to swim, design websites, direct racecars out onto the track, and throw super balls for her cat, Becca. She lives near Detroit with her two lovely daughters, who are doing their best to turn her hair grey. German Torres was born in Vallirana, Barcelona, where he continues to live. He studied comic art at escola de comic Joso in Barcelona. Once he finished his studies, he joined the infinitoons agency handled by Eduardo Alpuente. He has worked as an artist and colorist for companies such as Marvel, IDW, Tor Books, and Devils Due.