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Basher Science
Basher Science: Climate Change
Do you know your carbon cycle from your carbon footprint? Can you tell your greenhouse effect from your green house? And what exactly is a tipping point? If any of these questions leave you confused, then Basher Climate Change is the book for you. From El Nino and hurricanes to deforestation and population growth of scale - this is a totally comprehensible guide to a fast-moving, essential topic. Subjects covered in this book ice caps, the greenhouse effect, global warming, the butterfly effect, atmospheric systems, acid rain, ocean systems, acidification, fossil fuels, heat waves, urbanization, carbon footprint, recycling, renewable energy, biofuels, and nuclear power.
128 pages, Paperback
First published January 6, 2015
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Dan Green
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Dan Green spent his first four years in Africa, until his family swapped the African sun for Welsh rain. He grew up an English-American hybrid in the heart of Wales and then went to Cambridge University to study geology. After college, he shipped out to Italy to chase a dream of rock 'n' roll stardom, wound up in Venezuela, where he became editor of the English language newspaper and survived a coup d'etat and most recently rode his motorbike across Europe to Morocco. Dan is the "voice of Basher" - the best-selling children's science series created by the graphic artist Basher (basherbooks.com/usa/home.html). He has also written humor books, comic strips for Horrible Histories and Horrible Science, and is the author of the Footprint Venezuela Handbook.
Visit his website and find out what he is up to:
www.dangreenbooks.com
Dan Green spent his first four years in Africa, until his family swapped the African sun for Welsh rain. He grew up an English-American hybrid in the heart of Wales and then went to Cambridge University to study geology. After college, he shipped out to Italy to chase a dream of rock 'n' roll stardom, wound up in Venezuela, where he became editor of the English language newspaper and survived a coup d'etat and most recently rode his motorbike across Europe to Morocco. Dan is the "voice of Basher" - the best-selling children's science series created by the graphic artist Basher (basherbooks.com/usa/home.html). He has also written humor books, comic strips for Horrible Histories and Horrible Science, and is the author of the Footprint Venezuela Handbook.
Visit his website and find out what he is up to:
www.dangreenbooks.com
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June 12, 2025
This book bravely tackles the crucial and often complex topic of climate change, using its signature visual style to make it remarkably digestible and engaging. The clever personification of atmospheric gases, carbon cycles, and environmental impacts helps to demystify daunting scientific concepts, making them approachable for younger readers and adults alike. While outstanding at introducing the core ideas and urgency of the subject, the necessity of simplification inherent in the Basher format means it offers a foundational overview rather than an in-depth exploration of intricate scientific models or multifaceted policy solutions. Nevertheless, it's an excellent, visually appealing resource for anyone seeking an accessible and memorable primer on one of the most important issues facing our planet.
March 22, 2017
I thought this book was somewhat banal, to be frank. I have never read a Basher book before, but I didn't much like this book. I felt that it didn't prove to find a good middle ground between trying to write the book for kids while giving complex information. It's fine to sort the parts of climate change into categories, but I don't know if I liked that each one was a character. It was informative, if that's what you're looking for, but (in my opinion) it was boring. I wish that I had enjoyed the book more. Climate change is a pressing issue that I am quite passionate about. If it's any consolation, I loved the illustrations. Also, there were some pretty cool facts like how LED lightbulbs use 84% less energy than incandescent bulbs or how there will be 8-9 billion people on the planet by 2040. (That last fact was very concerning.) I recommend this book to teachers.
September 3, 2019
This is an amazing book. It is very kid friendly. I like the animation in the book and how each player in climate change takes on a personality. It is easy to read and entertaining. It offers solutions of how children can make a difference. It calls on children to be participants in helping Earth. I would defiantly have this book in my classroom for my students to read. It calls to the students how like animation novels and/or facts. It teaches children so much in way that is easy for them to understand and at the same time will hold their interests!
September 15, 2017
I have all these books on my to-read list because the artwork is fun.
This is the first one I've read. Illustrations are great, information is basic but helpful. Scientific research is always interesting. I'll definitely check out the rest of the books
This is the first one I've read. Illustrations are great, information is basic but helpful. Scientific research is always interesting. I'll definitely check out the rest of the books
December 7, 2017
I really learned a lot from this book like things not even heard of things. After all the things I read I am willing to help the Earth. This book is a book you can enjoy and learn from.
December 16, 2020
easier to read than some of the other Basher titles... 6yo and 8yo love it
February 25, 2015
Non Fiction/Twin Text Entry #1
This informational science book about climate change is a well organized nonfiction book put into categories that are all interesting to read about. This book includes all topics that have to do with climate such as weather, atmosphere, sea level changing and fossil fuels. It is important that all of us are informed about our surroundings and the effects of everything around us.
This book reminded me of Ms. Frizzle and all of her science related events she explores with her class in the book series: The Magic School Bus and specifically the book, The Magic School Bus and the Climate Challenge. Both of these books include information and facts about climate change.
Climate Change is probably best suited for intermediate grade levels because of the vocabulary and the advanced information provided in this book.
The Magic School Bus and the Climate Challenge is best suited for primary grade levels because of the lower vocabulary content.
Both of these books fit well together because students will both learn science information from both book about climate change. The Magic School Bus will be more thrilling and imaginative for students while Climate Change is more informational and divided into categories with different facts for each category.
This informational science book about climate change is a well organized nonfiction book put into categories that are all interesting to read about. This book includes all topics that have to do with climate such as weather, atmosphere, sea level changing and fossil fuels. It is important that all of us are informed about our surroundings and the effects of everything around us.
This book reminded me of Ms. Frizzle and all of her science related events she explores with her class in the book series: The Magic School Bus and specifically the book, The Magic School Bus and the Climate Challenge. Both of these books include information and facts about climate change.
Climate Change is probably best suited for intermediate grade levels because of the vocabulary and the advanced information provided in this book.
The Magic School Bus and the Climate Challenge is best suited for primary grade levels because of the lower vocabulary content.
Both of these books fit well together because students will both learn science information from both book about climate change. The Magic School Bus will be more thrilling and imaginative for students while Climate Change is more informational and divided into categories with different facts for each category.
February 28, 2015
Nonfiction Text: Basher Science: Climate Change, copyright 2012. This book outlines climate change in a simple yet informative way for students to truly learn the scientific concepts involved. Climate change and it's contributions are widely debated, and this explains all sides of the issue. The twin text I would pair with this would be The Lorax. A class reading and analysis of the basic eco-friendly symbols in this book could add greatly to a discussion of climate change. The book focuses on a regretful man named the Onceler, who explains how he contributed to the deforestation and corresponding ecosystem-failure around him, and then works to fix his mistake.
April 19, 2017
MS Basher Science Series
Green, Dan. Climate Change. New York: Kingfisher, 2014.
In classic Basher Science series form, this book presents the latest information on climate change in a fun and engaging way. Factors contributing to climate change are personified and arranged into seven comprehensible and easy to read chapters. Global factors, weather and climate tracking, greenhouse gases, atmospheric factors, oceans, human actions, and “green” efforts are made understandable for readers in separate chapters. Within the chapters, specific factors are further broken down and explained. For example, the chapter on oceans is subdivided and provides more detailed information on ocean circulation, ocean warming, sea level change, and acidification. By personifying climate change factors, Green makes the information easily accessible and fun to read. When detailing climate change, the text begins with, “I’m a total hottie,” something young readers will most definitely get a kick out of. However, he sticks to the facts and presents the information in a way that readers can grasp the importance and urgency of the subject. Most information is provided in double page spreads, with one to two paragraphs of large text on the left page, and colorful cartoon images on the right. Lots of white space surrounds text and images, so readers do not become overwhelmed. Each page of text also contains quick facts in six bullet points, making it easy for those who would rather skip reading the paragraph or two, to get the main information on the topic from reading the bullets. The illustrations themselves are also engaging and fun, and not only support the text but provide additional meaning and clarification. For example, the image for ocean circulation provides red and blue arrows demonstrating the hot and cold air current patterns affecting ocean currents. In addition, a thorough Index in the back makes it easy for readers to find specific information, and a Glossary provides definitions for many of the terms in the text. A pull-out poster on the carbon cycle attached to the last page is a bonus visual aid to further support what has been addressed within the book. Although small in size, and containing just 128 pages, this book would make a great addition to any classroom or library wishing to provide a wide range of readers a great resource on climate change. The concise, and clear text with engaging images will most definitely pique young reader’s interest on the topic of climate change, especially upper elementary and middle school students who might struggle with the abstract nature of the topic, and the many factors that play into it.
Target Audience: Ages 10-14
Green, Dan. Climate Change. New York: Kingfisher, 2014.
In classic Basher Science series form, this book presents the latest information on climate change in a fun and engaging way. Factors contributing to climate change are personified and arranged into seven comprehensible and easy to read chapters. Global factors, weather and climate tracking, greenhouse gases, atmospheric factors, oceans, human actions, and “green” efforts are made understandable for readers in separate chapters. Within the chapters, specific factors are further broken down and explained. For example, the chapter on oceans is subdivided and provides more detailed information on ocean circulation, ocean warming, sea level change, and acidification. By personifying climate change factors, Green makes the information easily accessible and fun to read. When detailing climate change, the text begins with, “I’m a total hottie,” something young readers will most definitely get a kick out of. However, he sticks to the facts and presents the information in a way that readers can grasp the importance and urgency of the subject. Most information is provided in double page spreads, with one to two paragraphs of large text on the left page, and colorful cartoon images on the right. Lots of white space surrounds text and images, so readers do not become overwhelmed. Each page of text also contains quick facts in six bullet points, making it easy for those who would rather skip reading the paragraph or two, to get the main information on the topic from reading the bullets. The illustrations themselves are also engaging and fun, and not only support the text but provide additional meaning and clarification. For example, the image for ocean circulation provides red and blue arrows demonstrating the hot and cold air current patterns affecting ocean currents. In addition, a thorough Index in the back makes it easy for readers to find specific information, and a Glossary provides definitions for many of the terms in the text. A pull-out poster on the carbon cycle attached to the last page is a bonus visual aid to further support what has been addressed within the book. Although small in size, and containing just 128 pages, this book would make a great addition to any classroom or library wishing to provide a wide range of readers a great resource on climate change. The concise, and clear text with engaging images will most definitely pique young reader’s interest on the topic of climate change, especially upper elementary and middle school students who might struggle with the abstract nature of the topic, and the many factors that play into it.
Target Audience: Ages 10-14
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