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Save the Crash-test Dummies Hardcover – October 1, 2019

by Jennifer Swanson (Author), Temika Grooms (Illustrator)
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Jump in the driver's seat for this entertaining, STEM-filled tour of the history of car production and the science and engineering that makes cars safe.

Cars take us to work. To school. To soccer practice. To the grocery store and home again. Can you imagine a world without them? It's not so easy!

One of the reasons we can use cars so much in our everyday lives is because they are safe to drive. But that hasn't always been the case. If it weren't for the experiments conducted over decades that involved all kinds of crash test volunteers―dead, alive, animal, or automated―cars as we know them might not be around. And then how would you get to school?

Filled with historical photographs, graphics and humorous illustrations, this nonfiction book from science educator and award-winning author Jennifer Swanson will appeal to lovers of all things that go and readers who are interested in getting under the hood and seeing how things work.
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  1. Reading age
    8 - 12 years
  2. Print length
    104 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Grade level
    3 - 7
  5. Lexile measure
    920L
  6. Dimensions
    8.3 x 0.5 x 10.3 inches
  7. Publisher
    Peachtree
  8. Publication date
    October 1, 2019
  9. ISBN-10
    1682630226
  10. ISBN-13
    978-1682630228
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"Attractively designed and engagingly written—sure to appeal to readers with a taste for the scientific and technical."—Kirkus Reviews

★ "[An] innovative blend of history, technology, and engineering. . . insightful fun. STEM at its best."—Booklist, Starred Review

About the Author

Jennifer Swanson began her career at the age of five when she wrote and illustrated books for her kindergarten class. A self-professed science geek, Jennifer has always been captivated by the world around her and is curious to understand how it works. As a young child, she used to gather leaves and flowers and look at them under a microscope, wade through her backyard creek, and tromp through woods. She has carried that love of science her whole life. The author of more than forty nonfiction books for young readers, Jennifer Swanson holds a BS in chemistry from the United States Naval Academy and an MS Ed in K-8 science from Walden University. She lives in Florida.

TeMika Grooms is an illustrator and arts advocate inspired by great stories and the characters that live them. She is intrigued by sequential art, specifically in the form of children's literature and graphic novels, and the power they hold to influence change in society. She lives in Georgia.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Peachtree (October 1, 2019)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 104 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1682630226
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1682630228
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 8 - 12 years
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ 920L
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ 3 - 7
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.22 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.3 x 0.5 x 10.3 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars 9 ratings

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    Science Geek. Author. Speaker. Teacher.

    Award-winning author Jennifer Swanson’s love of science began when she started a science club in her garage at the age of 7. While no longer working from the garage, Jennifer’s passion for science resonates in the fascinating 45+ nonfiction and fiction books she has written for children but especially, BRAIN GAMES (NGKids) and SUPER GEAR: Nanotechnology and Sports Team Up (Charlesbridge) which was named an NSTA Best STEM book of 2017. Jennifer’s book, Save the Crash-test Dummies received a Parent's Choice GOLD award. Her Astronaut-Aquanaut: How Space Science and Sea Science Interact received a Florida Book Award, a Eureka California Reading Association Gold Award, and an NSTA BEST STEM book award. Her BEASTLY BIONICS book received a GOLD Florida Book Award and an NSTA BEST STEM book award.

    An accomplished and exciting speaker, Jennifer has presented at National NSTA conferences, the Highlights Foundation, the Atlanta Science Festival, the World Science Festival in NYC and the Library of Congress' National Book Festival.

    A huge science geek, Jennifer encourages kids (of all ages) to engage their curiosity and DISCOVER the Science all around them! You can learn more about her and book her for speaking engagements and school visits at www.JenniferSwansonBooks.com

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    TeMika Grooms is a writer and illustrator with a passion for sharing stories. In 2021, she was selected as an Illustration Mentee in the We Need Diverse Books Program and was a member of the first cohort for the Highlights Foundation and The Brown Bookshelf Amplify Black Stories program. Her latest illustrated book Put Your Shoes On & Get Ready! by Senator Raphael G. Warnock will be released by Philomel Books in November 2022.

    Learn more about her work at www.TeMikaTheArtist.com

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Marta Magellan
5.0 out of 5 stars Fun with Safety Engineering
Reviewed in the United States on January 24, 2020
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This book is a hoot (imagine saying that about a book about safety engineering). The author introduces us to her “main characters” of sorts—the crash-test dummy, more accurately an entire family of crash-test dummies and a crash-test dog. The dummies come in all sizes. She brings up an obese dummy and an elderly one, more frail and with brittle “bones.” A valid addition what with the Boomer generation driving longer than is healthy for others on the road. (Yes, we should most certainly Uber everywhere or hire a chauffeur. But that’s another book). There is a pedestrian dummy and one that rides a bicycle to help self-driving cars to interact with bicyclists. Great photographs and illustrations of the dummies. Pictures of older and futuristic cars, failed safety features from the early years of the automobile, and other historical moments add color and fun. The diagrams help explain the intricacies involved.
For the grammar sticklers out there, I did find a typo or two, which I’m sure was an error of the copyeditor as the author knows her grammar. If one of those had not been my pet peeve, I wouldn’t care, but non-possessive plurals with apostrophes drive me crazy. Fortunately, it’s in the back matter, but a section some children will want to read: “So You Want to Be an Engineer?” Something to think about for the second printing.
Even those who don’t think they enjoy engineering will be pleasantly surprised. I enjoyed every page (and learned something, too). I knew I would because I read ASTRONAUT and AQUANAUT by the same author and enjoyed that, too. Jennifer Swanson writes in a lively voice, not allowing the reader to become bored. She makes the more difficult aspects of safety engineering accessible through her comparisons.
Highly recommended, especially for children interested in vehicles and engineering. Free teachers’ Guide available from the publisher, Peachtree Publishing Company. #safetyfirst
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Sharon Pegram
5.0 out of 5 stars Cute dummies, great STEM facts
Reviewed in the United States on February 14, 2020
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I never knew auto-safety could be so interesting! With an engaging voice, lots of fascinating technical and historical tidbits, and the most personable crash dummies ever guiding us in the illustrations, this book reads fast and fun. A great introduction to the kinds of problems and solutions that shape the field of engineering.
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Mensa for Kids
4.0 out of 5 stars Great for learning about cars!
Reviewed in the United States on January 22, 2021
Save the Crash-test Dummies by Jennifer Swanson is a chapter nonfiction book for both boys and girls ages 7 to 13. My favorite thing about this book is that it has lots of full-color pictures to go with the amazing, easy-to-read writing. I think that other boys and girls would like to use this book to learn about car history and machinery. I also think the other boys and girls would like all of the cool diagrams of what is inside of a car! It’s really good for homeschooling. I like this book, and I think that you will, too!
Dominic D., age 10, Tampa Bay Mensa
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Kristi Bernard
5.0 out of 5 stars Are you buckling up when you get in the car?
Reviewed in the United States on May 23, 2020
If you love cars and learning how to be safe while in one, this guide will be perfect for anyone. Readers will enjoy learning all about the start of car safety and the crash-test dummy.

You may be used to getting in a car and putting on a seatbelt today. But, once upon a time wearing a seat belt wasn’t required. There weren’t any air bags or car seats for kids. Now, there are safety engineers who design cars with you and your family in mind. Crash dummies are used for testing a cars safety in the event of a crash. These dummies have a history.

This handy guide shares with readers the history of car safety the purpose of seat belts bumpers, and even the physics of a car crash. There are plenty of photos and biographies about amazing engineers. This guide is perfect for parents with a teen learning to drive, or for anyone wanting to learn more about cars and what parts ensure safety. After reading this book teens may even consider becoming an engineer.
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Chris
5.0 out of 5 stars Fun way to learn history of car safety engineering
Reviewed in the United States on September 19, 2021
This easy-to-read nonfiction book geared toward middle graders covers everything you've wondered about crash test dummies and more. As we move closer to a time where driverless cars may become a reality, it's interesting to go back in time and uncover how cars were first build, then how safety equipment has been added over the years.

The crash test dummies themselves are fascinating and provide a behind-the-scenes glimpse at all that goes into making rides safer.

This book will appeal to kids who enjoy nonfiction, history, car facts, and engineering.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great read & Great Introduction for kids
Reviewed in the United States on April 21, 2020
This book has it all - it takes a tough topic, like engineering, compounded with the seriousness of safety, and makes it digestible, and entertaining for readers. The illustrations are high quality - the different sections are great. It is thorough, well researched & presents a very important topic, that is tangible by most (we all wear seatbelts and experience airbags in some form of use) - and shares the science behind it. Great read for any young one with some curiosity!
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