Basher Science: Planet Earth What planet are you on?

From the team that re-imagined The Periodic Table, Physics, Biology, and Astronomy comes the latest and greatest: Planet Earth. Taking their usual personality-filled approach, the team breaks down the principals that keep the planet moving and presents them in a series of manga-inspired portraits. Meet the Crust, The Poles, and Weather-Gang member Hurricane. Find out what's up with Water, and that nasty dude Greenhouse Warming. Last but not least, meet Conservation who's working super hard to clean up everyone's mess. Even though it's hot inside, Planet Earth never looked soooo cool!

Simon Basher is the creator and illustrator of The Periodic Table, Physics, Biology, and Astronomy. His characters bridge the gap between edgy Manga and the cuteness of Hello, Kitty! Dan Green is a freelance science writer and editor. He edited Basher's The Peridoic Table and wrote Physics, Biology, and Astronomy.

BooklistBasher continues his series of science primers that are so entertaining, kids may read them for fun, beyond the classroom walls. . . .the authors blend a surprising wealth of facts into the chatty, humorous text, which is filled with analogies kids can relate to. A hot spot in the earth’s mantle, for example, is “like a huge, angry pimple on Earth’s face. . . . ” the highly approachable language, animated cast of characters, awe-inspiring facts, and conservation messages make this an appealing starting point for students seeking basic earth-science information. Library Media ConnectionThis small book will surely find interest among both science and non-science students. The easy-to-read text and colorful Japanese-style cartoon graphics presents a fact-based and often personified description of the basic features of planet Earth. . . . Bulleted items at the bottom of each page provide scientific trivia, which may lead students to do more investigation and research. This is a fun and engaging introduction to the place we call home and will surely spark an interest in other titles by this author.