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Reviewed on January 1, 2025 | Middle To High School
Gr 4–7—This is a great introduction to the history of plastics, modern uses and challenges with plastics, and how perception of their use has shifted from positive to negative. Durnford explores how plastics came to be with an easy-to-understand description of plastic synthesis from ethane to nurdles (the tiny plastic pieces used to make larger plastic items). She uses highly relatable examples to show readers how plastics are deeply woven into every aspect ...Log In or Sign Up to Read More