Why read Battle of the Butts?

Book cover of Battle of the Butts: The Science Behind Animal Behinds

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Butts are funny, but they're also useful! Humans use their butts for two primary functions--sitting and pooping. It's the same for most other animals. However, some species have adapted to use their backsides in several surprising ways. Did you know manatees swim using farts? Or that herrings communicate by passing…

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Why read it?

1 author picked Battle of the Butts as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

Kim Zachman

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Written in a kid-friendly, conversational style, this book is full of scientific information about how animals’ bottoms are perfectly adapted to their environment. It also has surprising facts that kids won’t forget. Did you know that a wombat’s poop is cube-shaped? As Rish puts it, “They produce 80 to 100 caca cubes per night…” At the end of the book, readers are asked to vote for their choice of the best animal butt. This super-fun nonfiction that will keep elementary students reading past their bedtime.

From Kim's list on children's stories for laughing while learning.