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Acadia Files

by Katie Coppens

Illustrator: Holly Hatam

Ages: 9+

Published: 2018

Publisher: Tilbury House

ISBN: 978-0-88448-601-5

Keywords: genetics, Scientific method, erosion, gravity, Experiments

Curious Acadia uses the scientific method to find out why her hair is curly, where sand comes from, and more. Entertaining, informative illustrations. Includes experiments. Website resources.