You Wouldn't Want To Live Without Dentists!

by Fiona Macdonald, David Antram (Illustrations)

Let's face no one really looks forward to going to see the dentist. But have you considered the alternative? This series takes readers (Ages 8-12) on a historical journey, examining how people coped in the past and how they developed ingenious ways to make life safer and less unpleasant. Each book features full-color cartoon-style illustrations and hilarious speech bubbles to heighten interest, making the series attractive even to reluctant readers.In past centuries, the only cure for a decayed tooth was to pull it out-without anesthetic, and with only the beating of a drum to distract you and drown out your screams.

Genres: Nonfiction, Childrens, Juvenile

32 pages, Library Binding

First published February 1, 2015

About the author

Fiona Macdonald studied history at Cambridge University and at the University of East Anglia. She has taught in schools, adult education and university, and is the author of numerous books for children on historical topics.

Reviews

[Kelly Carey · Rating 2 out of 5]

After reading this book, I immediately went and brushed my teeth.

[Sandy · Rating 3 out of 5]

The book was good and had all kinds of information but I don't know of many people who like going to the dentist and, therefor, I don't know how many people would like this book. It did have a couple of pages that talked about the advancements in dentistry but, hey, it's 2015, you would think we would have more pain-free instruments to get people ok with going to the dentists.

[Heather]

Easy to read yet informative.

[Helen · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is a quite detailed children's book about dentistry. It tells how people did tooth care since 3,000 BC! It has helpful illustrations and lots of educational material in it!

[Belle · Rating 5 out of 5]

Lov this book wacky but has lots of information!