Ideal for today's young investigative reader, each A True Book includes lively sidebars, a glossary and index, plus a comprehensive "To Find Out More" section listing books, organizations, and Internet sites. A staple of library collections since the 1950s, the new A True Book series is the definitive nonfiction series for elementary school readers.
Salvatore Tocci taught chemistry and biology at East Hampton High School on Long Island, New York, for many years. While he was a teacher, he organized many science fairs at his school. He continues to judge local, regional, and national contests. He has also given workshops for science teachers at meetings held throughout the United States.