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A Black Hole Is Not a Hole
CCBC Review:
An accessible, engaging explanation and exploration of what we know about black holes uses an inviting, friendly tone and dynamic illustrations to convey a wealth of scientific information. Author Carolyn Cinami DeCristofano’s often playful comparisons and descriptions will help readers wrap their minds around this infinite concept. For example, imagine a stretchy blanket onto which you toss a peanut holding all the elephants in the world inside. “The blanket stretches and stretches, pulling out of shape. It forms . . . a steep well that’s really a lot like . . . a hole!” Michael Carroll’s dramatic illustrations of space are always carefully labeled as an artist’s interpretations to distinguish them from photographs, which are also used in this engaging work that concludes with a glossary, an author’s note on her research, and resources in print and on the web. ©2012 Cooperative Children’s Book Center
Illustrated by Michael Carroll
CCBC Age Recommendation: Ages 9-13
Age Range:
Grades 3-5 (Ages 8-10)
Grades 6-8 (Ages 11-13)
Format:
Substantial Narrative Non-Fiction
Subjects:
Humor
Science and Scientists
Space/Astronomy
On CCBC Booklist:
Literary Science 1: K-5 Mentor Texts
Publisher:
Charlesbridge
Publish Year: 2012
Pages: 74
ISBN: 9781570917837
CCBC Location: Non-Fiction, 523 DeCristofano
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