A day in the life of a poo, a gnu, and you

Mike Barfield

Book - 2021

"Packed with comics, diagrams, and "secret diaries," this book is a wondrous, encyclopedic glance at a dizzying host of different things--from hearts to farts to coconuts--and makes a hilarious and informative guide for curious young readers. Join the hilarious exploration of "a day in the life" of nearly 100 things on Earth. Find out what exactly your tongue does all day long, how a Japanese knotweed destroys everything in its path, and why no two snowflakes are ever the same. From the gross and smelly to the beautiful and fascinating, this book is a treasure trove of entertaining information."--Publisher's website.

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Subjects
Genres
Graphic novels
Nonfiction comics
Educational comics
Humorous comics
Comics (Graphic works)
Trivia and miscellanea
Published
New York, New York : Aladdin 2021.
Language
English
Main Author
Mike Barfield (author)
Other Authors
Jess Bradley, 1980- (illustrator)
Edition
First Aladdin hardcover edition
Item Description
"A laugh-out-loud guide to life on earth" -- Cover.
"Originally published in Great Britain in 2020 by Buster Books, an imprint of Michael O'Mara Books Limited."
Physical Description
vi, 121 pages : chiefly color illustrations ; 29 cm
ISBN
9781534467217
  • Human body
  • Animal kingdom
  • Earth and science.
Review by School Library Journal Review

Gr 2--4--Expanding considerably on the titular topics, the creators offer sweeping graphic surveys of the human body from brain to (especially) butt, assorted members of the animal and plant kingdoms, technological marvels, and even select geophysical processes. In cartoon panels with occasional breaks for a "bigger picture," dozens of animals, items, or organs mug or smile while describing their features and functions in a breezy style reminiscent of the "Basher Science" series: "Pleased to meet you! I'm a male dung beetle, and I'm just rolling with it." If the level of detail can't compare to more narrowly focused entries in the "Science Comics" series or (the gold standard) Maris Wicks's Human Body Theater, readers will still come away knowing that their eyes won't pop out no matter how hard they sneeze, the difference between "macrophage" and "mucophage," and why LEDs are more eco-friendly than incandescent bulbs. VERDICT Fresh, funny, unusually broad if not deep--tailor-made for STEM-centric browsing.--John Peters, Children's Literature Consultant, New York

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Review by Kirkus Book Review

Science factoids, graphic-novel style. This over-the-top-fun volume from writer-and-illustrator team Barfield and Bradley is divided into three sections covering the human body, the animal kingdom, and "Earth and Science" (something of a grab-bag section, but it works). Devoting one or two pages to each topic, the book explores a wide spectrum of subjects: from the brain to various types of cells; from the mayfly to the Komodo dragon; and from Japanese knotweed to rainbows. Each subject takes the format of either "A Day in the Life" or a "Secret Diary," both of which unfurl as a conversational overview. Occasional recto pages labeled "The Bigger Picture" expand on a topic introduced on verso; for example, the sea-jelly page is accompanied by a "Bigger Picture" that introduces deadly sea jellies. Barfield's tone is light, imbuing his scenes with abundant giggles but never watering down the actual information. The full-color comics format makes this instantly accessible, and its nonlinear nature lends itself to picking up and putting down at will. Readers who love trivia or are simply seeking out some good old-fashioned poop and booger facts will be equally satisfied. A closing glossary provides useful definitions of terms used throughout; footnotes also define words or cross-reference related topics. Humans portrayed display a range of skin tones. A winner: hits the entertaining and educational sweet spot. (Graphic nonfiction. 8-13) Copyright (c) Kirkus Reviews, used with permission.

Copyright (c) Kirkus Reviews, used with permission.