The Poison Eaters: Fighting Danger and Fraud in our Food and

The Poison Eaters: Fighting Danger and Fraud in our Food and Drugs (ALA Notable Children's Books. Older Readers)

A Washington Post Best Children's Book *Â NCTE Orbis Pictus Honor Book *Â A Kirkus Reviews Best Children's Book * A NSTA Outstanding Science Trade Book for Students K-12 * A Chicago Public Library Best Children's Book

â˜…Â "Revolting and riveting in turns, Jarrow's masterfully crafted narrative will fundamentally alter how readers view their food.Though laced with toxins, this is anything but toxic." -- Kirkus Reviews, starred review

Here is the fascinating true story of how food was made safer to eat thanks to the stubborn dedication of government chemist Dr. Harvey Washington Wiley, whose hard work and determination led to the creation of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

Formaldehyde, borax, salicylic acid. Today, these chemicals are used in embalming fluids, cleaning supplies, and acne medications. But in 1900, they were routinely added to food that Americans ate from cans and jars. Often products weren't safe because unregulated, unethical companies added these and other chemicals to trick consumers into buying spoiled food or harmful medicines. Chemist Harvey Washington Wiley recognized these dangers and began a relentless thirty-year campaign to ensure that consumers could purchase safe food and drugs, eventually leading to the creation of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, or FDA. Acclaimed nonfiction and Sibert Honor winning author Gail Jarrow uncovers this intriguing history in her trademark style that makes the past enthrallingly relevant for today's young readers.
Country USA
Brand Calkins Creek Books
Manufacturer Calkins Creek
Binding Hardcover
Color Cream
ReleaseDate 2019-10-15
UnitCount 1
Format Illustrated
EANs 9781629794389

Country	USA
Brand	Calkins Creek Books
Manufacturer	Calkins Creek
Binding	Hardcover
Color	Cream
ReleaseDate	2019-10-15
UnitCount	1
Format	Illustrated
EANs	9781629794389

The Poison Eaters: Fighting Danger and Fraud in our Food and Drugs (ALA Notable Children's Books. Older Readers)

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