Discover the true story about the determined engineer who fixed Londons pollution problem in this funny, accessible nonfiction picture book featuring engaging art from the illustrator of Queen Victorias Bathing Machine.Its the summer of 1858, and Londons River Thames STINKS. What is creating this revolting smell? The answer is gross: the river is full of poop. But the smell isnt the worst problem. Every few years, cholera breaks out, and thousands of people die. Could there be a connection between the foul water and the deadly disease? One engineer dreams of making London a cleaner, healthier place. His name is Joseph Bazalgette. His grand plan to create a new sewer system to clean the river is an engineering marvel. And his sewers will save lives. Nothing stinky about that. With tips for how to prevent pollution today, this fascinating look at science, history, and what one person can do to create change will impress and astound readers who want to help make their planet a cleaner, happier place to live.

 

 

This book is the winner of numerous awards

This book is aimed at children in preschool-3rd grade.

This book has been graded for interest at 4 years.

There are 40 pages in this book. This book was published in 2021 by Simon & Schuster .

Nancy Carpenter is the acclaimed illustrator of Fannie in the Kitchen, as well as Masai and I, Sitti's Secrets, and Loud Emily, among other books. She lives with her husband, daughter, and cat in Brooklyn, New York.