Children's ✦ Penny’s Take
The Question and Answer Book of Nature
John A. Saunders · 1962
58/100
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This 1962 vintage science book is charming as a collectible and a snapshot of mid-century science education, but much of its factual content is simply out of date. It works well as a nostalgic gift or a conversation piece for homeschool families who want a period artifact, but as a science reference for children today it cannot be recommended without significant caveats about accuracy.
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Verdict receipt0–100
safety98
substance52
craft65
originality55
accuracy38
hype72
age-fit78
human-eye60
Penny’s verdict58
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