Archaeologists Dig for Clues (Let's-Read-and-Find-Out Science 2)

Features

• Reading level: Ages 4-8
  
• Cover Type: Paperback with 32 pages
• Published by: HarperTrophy December 13, 1996
• Written in: English
• ISBN 10 Number: 0064451755
• ISBN 13 Number: 978-0064451758
• Book Dimensions: 9.8 x 7.8 x 0.1 inches
• Weighs: 4.8 ounces

From School Library Journal
Grade 1-4. This book has the appealing layout and tone of the successful "Magic School Bus" series (Scholastic), while still being firmly grounded in reality. Three children, a dog, and a cat accompany their archaeologist friend Sophie on a dig. The lady explains the scientific process, exuding enthusiasm for her chosen career. The inquisitive children, always referred to collectively, ask realistic questions in often humorous dialogue. Discussions regarding ancient and modern garbage are particularly amusing. Another nice touch is the discovery of animal bones, which are later reconstructed in a laboratory. The way of life practiced in the Archaic Era of 6,000 years ago is described via archaeological finds such as an awl and a stone knife. Students will find this lively book more fun than photographic treatments such as Dennis Fradin's Archaeology (Children's Press, 1983). Upbeat, conversational text, fact-filled sidebars, speech bubbles, and instructive illustrations provide a delightful cornucopia of information that students will return to again and again.?Jackie Hechtkopf, Talent House School, Fairfax, VA
Copyright 1997 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

From Booklist
Gr. 1^-4. In this lively, informative title in the Let's-Read-and-Find-Out Science series, a boy and his friends go on a dig in a local cornfield with their archaeologist friend Sophie. The children are disappointed when they don't find treasure or a mummy; all they dig up are rocks and pebbles and dust. But Sophie explains that archaeologists love garbage and that the fun is in the detective work, on the site and in the lab, finding out how ordinary people lived long ago. In addition to the main narrative, sidebars provide facts and activities ("What Would Your Garbage Tell about You?"), and the cartoon-style color drawings add informality, excitement, and comic relief. As is the norm now in concept books, it's taken for granted that the cast is ethnically diverse; one scientist in the lab is in a wheelchair. The affected blond kid who worries about dirtying her sneakers ends up getting totally involved ("Cool!"). So will many readers. Hazel Rochman --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Reader Reviews
This review is from: Archaeologists Dig for Clues (Let's Read-and-Find Out Science. Stage 2) (Hardcover) This book is part of the Let's-Read-and-Find-Out Science series, which has more than eighty titles. The Stage 1 books explain simple and easily observable science concepts for preschool- and kindergarten-age children. Stage 2 books, which includes this title, explore more challenging concepts for children in the primary grades and include hands-on activities that children can do themselves. "Archaeologists Dig For Clues" is well-conceived and informative, with bright cartoon drawings. It is formatted a little like the "Magic School Bus" books, more for upper elementary kids.