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ljrinaldi's review against another edition
4.0
Well, technically, the boy did invent the popsicle, but it wasn't until he grew up that he perfected it.
This book is actually pretty cool, how it explains the science behind making a popsicle works. The only problem is that the science tends to interrupt the flow of the story.
This is a good book to help kids get interested in inventing and in science, and if they want to learn how to make their own popsicle.
Thanks to Netgalley for making this book available for an honest review.
This book is actually pretty cool, how it explains the science behind making a popsicle works. The only problem is that the science tends to interrupt the flow of the story.
This is a good book to help kids get interested in inventing and in science, and if they want to learn how to make their own popsicle.
Thanks to Netgalley for making this book available for an honest review.
maria_3k's review against another edition
4.0
Inventing is a process of trial and error, often with many failed attempts preceding that Eureka moment, but that doesn’t mean it can’t be fun. That’s the message behind this surprising biography of the father of the Popsicle. With engaging art and clear narration, this book has a fascinating story to tell, but the icing on the cake is the four science experiments included at relevant moments in the book that encourage kids to experiment and observe for themselves.
Frank Epperson was a determined inventor from an early age, and this book chronicles his efforts, from his two-handled handcar to his crowning creation—the Ep-sicle. Although a freak weather event (overnight freeze in San Francisco) first led to Epperson’s childhood discovery, he filed it away until, as an adult, he realized the world was ready for a frozen treat other than ice cream sandwiches. Pop Epperson’s ploys to market his confection are as entertaining and enlightening as his earlier experiments, and the illustrator does a beautiful job of depicting the time period of the early 1900s, as well as in the joyous final page, which shows a park full of modern and diverse Popsicle consumers.
Rather than a timeline, this book ends with a two page spread that contains the author’s summary of Epperson’s life and several captioned photos. Because two of the four experiments result in a sweet treat, you’ll find this biography in the 640s with the dessert cookbooks, but, to me, it’s more about encouraging kids to ask questions, think scientifically, and know that if an imaginative 11-year-old can invent a distinctive dessert that has lasted over a century, they, too, can come up with something innovative.
Frank Epperson was a determined inventor from an early age, and this book chronicles his efforts, from his two-handled handcar to his crowning creation—the Ep-sicle. Although a freak weather event (overnight freeze in San Francisco) first led to Epperson’s childhood discovery, he filed it away until, as an adult, he realized the world was ready for a frozen treat other than ice cream sandwiches. Pop Epperson’s ploys to market his confection are as entertaining and enlightening as his earlier experiments, and the illustrator does a beautiful job of depicting the time period of the early 1900s, as well as in the joyous final page, which shows a park full of modern and diverse Popsicle consumers.
Rather than a timeline, this book ends with a two page spread that contains the author’s summary of Epperson’s life and several captioned photos. Because two of the four experiments result in a sweet treat, you’ll find this biography in the 640s with the dessert cookbooks, but, to me, it’s more about encouraging kids to ask questions, think scientifically, and know that if an imaginative 11-year-old can invent a distinctive dessert that has lasted over a century, they, too, can come up with something innovative.
bexcapades's review against another edition
5.0
I loved this!
It has Eperson’s story, experiments that the readers can try at home & great illustrations.
It shows children that being an inventor doesn’t have to mean building contraptions & machines, they can invent using any materials.
I would love a copy of this in my classroom.
It has Eperson’s story, experiments that the readers can try at home & great illustrations.
It shows children that being an inventor doesn’t have to mean building contraptions & machines, they can invent using any materials.
I would love a copy of this in my classroom.
bargainandbooks's review against another edition
5.0
I was skeptical about this story. I wondered how interesting the inventor of the popsicle and the story behind it could actually be. I will say I was pleasantly surprised. This story was well written, and very Interesting. I loved the messy style illustrations, with the vibrant colors. I also thought it was great to have the science experiments in there to let kids see how the process actually works.
Overall this was a great story and it goes to show you actually can’t judge a book by its cover or even its title. .
Overall this was a great story and it goes to show you actually can’t judge a book by its cover or even its title. .
maidmarianlib's review against another edition
4.0
Playful fun illustrations and a solid biography love that it also includes science experiments that support the story
mandarchy's review against another edition
4.0
I just recorded myself reading this to my students as it is one of the 2021 Washington Children's Choice Picture book award nominees. I love that it is a true story - the kids always respond to narrative nonfiction in a way that endears them to me. This book includes experiments that the kids could try and my favorite - a bibliography. I love it! And I cannot get over how old the story is. Or how many kids Frank had.
I just played the video for all my classes this week, so I listened to it a dozen times. K-5 Everyone loved it. We talked about the science behind freezing. How today's our freezers cool did faster. We loved the way Popsicle got its name. The two big questions were, what was his inspiration? And when did he have his break through?
I just played the video for all my classes this week, so I listened to it a dozen times. K-5 Everyone loved it. We talked about the science behind freezing. How today's our freezers cool did faster. We loved the way Popsicle got its name. The two big questions were, what was his inspiration? And when did he have his break through?
becca873's review against another edition
5.0
Great story about Frank Epperson, the inventor of the Popsicle. I love that he was only 11 years when he first got the idea. Wonderful way to show children that they are never too young to come up with the next big idea. The illustrations are so fun, and the story is told in a way that is both entertaining and educational. I especially love the science experiments included in the text. I just added this one to my latest book order. Thanks to NetGalley for the preview.
etienne02's review against another edition
5.0
Very good story/biography about the invention of the Popsicle. Entertaining and educative, it also contains small scientific experiment to do at home. Very good concept and perfectly executed!!
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