Build a Compost Tumbler

Earth-Friendly Projects
  • Interest Level: Grade 2 - Grade 5
  • Reading Level: Grade 3

Introduces composting and explains how to build an easy-to-use compost tumbler. Additional features to aid comprehension include detailed step-by-step illustrations, a clear list of materials, informative captions and callouts, fast facts, suggestions on how kids can make a difference, project tips and possible alterations, a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, and introductions to the author and illustrator.

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978-1-5038-1470-7
$36.95
Interest Level Grade 2 - Grade 5
Reading Level Grade 3
Genre Hi-Lo, Nonfiction
Category High Interest
Copyright 2017
Publisher The Child's World, Inc.
Language English
Number of Pages 24
Publication Date 2016-08-01
BISACS JNF015000, JNF001000
Dewey 631.8
Graphics 1-color illustrations, Full-color photographs
Dimensions 9.5 x 8
Lexile 520
Guided Reading Level Q
Features Author/Illustrator biography, Educational front/back matter, Glossary of key words, Index, Informative sidebars, Phonetics, Reviewed, Sources for further research, Starred, Suggested websites, and Table of contents
Online Resources

  • Nature’s Recycling Program
  • Good for Nature and People
  • Compost Tumblers
  • Building a Compost Tumbler
  • Glossary
  • To Learn More
  • Index
Author: Tracy Abell

Illustrator: Roger Stewart

Roger Stewart has been an artist and illustrator for more than 30 years. His first job involved drawing aircraft parts. Since then, he has worked in advertising, design, film, and publishing. Roger has lived in London, England, and Sydney, Australia, but he now lives on the southern coast of England.

Reviews

A noteworthy review of Earth-Friendly Projects from School Library Connection on October 1, 2017

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