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Every archeological find adds to our understanding of the world, but sometimes a discovery is made that is so startling and different that it changes the way we view history. Digging Deep showcases the most exciting examples of these lost puzzle pieces and how recent advances in science brought them to light. From the new clues about life in the Stone Age gleaned from Ötzi the Ice Man, to new opinions about King Richard III’s villainous reputation deduced from the discovery of his long-lost tomb, Digging Deep is full of fascinating examples of how modern science has disrupted the status quo.
Sidebars and illustrations with easy-to-follow explanations of radio-carbon dating, DNA, and other scientific topics provide further reading to satisfy readers with an interest in STEM.
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Laura Scandiffio is the award-winning author of many nonfiction books for young readers, including People Who Said No; Outlaws, Spies, and Gangsters; and Fight to Learn. She lives in Toronto.
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“Scandiffio‘s overall writing style is engaging and easy to comprehend, making this a great choice for many library shelves.” —Youth Services Book Review, 12/21/18
(Melissa McCleary Youth Services Book Review)“Straightforward, fascinating, broad-ranging, and timely; this effort will fully engage budding archaeologists.” —Kirkus Reviews, 01/15/19
(Kirkus Reviews)“Archaeology, a fascinating subject, is made more so in this slim, well-written volume . . . Recommended for school and large public-library collections; best for mature, strong readers. Useful in history and science units and across the general social studies curriculum.” —School Library Journal, 02/19
(Carol Goldman School Library Journal)“Interesting, educational and highly intriguing, Digging Deep is an enjoyable and captivating read.” —CM Reviews, 02/08/19
(Gail Hamilton CM Reviews)“A fun and informative read for science and history lovers alike.” —School Library Connection, 05/19
(Tara J. Williams School Library Connection)“A captivating, informative, and well illustrated read!” —Dig Into History, 07/19
(Dig Into History)“Fascinating . . . the perfect book for kids who like both science and history.” —The Globe and Mail, 09/14/19
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