Don't Know Much About Planet Earth

Davis, Kenneth C.

ISBN 10: 080720577X ISBN 13: 9780807205778

Publisher: Listening Library, 2001

Synopsis

Read by Oliver Wyman

Approx. 3 hours

2 cassettes

Take an entertaining trek around the globe with Kenneth C. Davis as he answers some intriguing questions in Don't Know Much About Planet Earth. With fascinating anecdotes about the world's most unusual places he shows readers the longest river, coldest desert, tallest waterfall, most powerful volcanic eruption-and much more.

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Reviews

Davis, author of the bestselling Don't Know Much About... series for adults, is known for his light writing tone and thorough yet accessible explanations of complex topics. He recently created two new books for children inspired by some of his popular works for adults, which in turn were captured on audio. Science is far from dull on these solid recordings that explore geography and astronomy. Wyman authoritatively presents fun facts and anecdotes with a lively, almost gee-whiz air. ("Is the solar system as old as the universe? Nope. Our Sun and planets are only middle aged compared to the universe. Five billion years ago, the solar system was a huge, cold, spinning cloud of dust and gas...."). The material's q&a format (children read the questions and Wyman reads the answers), complete with several fast-paced "true/false" and "pop quiz" segments keep things rolling along and keep listeners hooked, at least for a while. Because of the sheer volume of information presented here, these programs are likely to be more easily digested in small portions. But no listener will walk away from these titles without several factoids that will not only help with school subjects but will sound impressive when repeated. Ages 8-up.

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These two nonfiction books provide entertaining and interesting explorations of natural science. Narrator Oliver Wyman, along with an ensemble cast of questioning youngsters, reads these books in a way that presents sometimes difficult material without talking down to readers. Don't Know Much About Space looks at the planets, the stars, and the history of astronomy. Don't Know Much About Planet Earth is an in-depth introduction to geography and cartography. Both of these are worthy programs for the 8 to 15-year-old crowd, whether as edifying distractions or as supplements to schoolwork. S.E.S. © AudioFile 2002, Portland, Maine-- Copyright © AudioFile, Portland, Maine

Edition details

• Publisher: Listening Library
• Publication date: 2001
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 080720577X
• ISBN 13: 9780807205778
• Binding: Audio Cassette