Monday, February 2, 2009

Don't Get Cross!


I've always had a thing for cross-sections. I'm curious by nature, and what better way to learn about the inner workings of something than to crack it open and see it in action?

Several non-fiction series explore cross-sections of various things, from machinery to homes, to historical constructions, to the human body. Here are a few titles and series available at the library that you might enjoy:

Inside a _____ - various titles in the Intermediate Nonfiction section. The photo above is from Inside a Stove by Claire Seymour.

Coolest Cross Sections Ever by Stephen Biesty (Intermediate Nonfiction, 608 Bie)

• Star Wars, Revenge of the Sith by Curtis Saxton (Intermediate Nonfiction, 791.43 Sax)

• What's Inside _____? - various titles in the Intermediate Nonfiction section include What's Inside Plants, What's Inside Buildings, and What's Inside Airplanes.

Come ask a reference librarian about exploring something in cross-section today!

And how about cross-sections of candy bars? Here's an easy page. Piece of "cake?" Okay, try the harder page!

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