Pop!: The Invention of Bubble Gum
Written and Illustrated by Meghan McCarthy
J 664.6 MCC
During the 1920s, Walter Diemer worked as an accountant for the Fleer Corporation, a gum and candy factory. During that time, the Fleer Corporation was trying to create a new kid of gum. When the company needed more laboratory space, the experimental lab was moved next door to Walter’s office. Walter started observing the process and eventually got involved with the experiments. He created bubble gum after months of trial and error. A brief history of gum is seamlessly woven into the interesting story, which reads like a picture book. Cute colorful illustrations bring the story to life. The last two pages contain supplemental facts and source notes. This book is a treat to read.
Hot Diggity Dog: The History of the Hot Dog
By Adreinne Sylver
Illustrated by Elwood H. Smith
J 641.36 SYL
When Emperor Nero’s chef Gaius decided to stuff pig’s intestines with ground meat and spices, sausage became a popular snack and spread throughout the Roman Empire. Hot Diggity Dog traces the history of the hot dog from the Roman Empire to nineteenth century America to the present day. Interesting factoids are on the sides of the page. Each topic is discussed briefly in 1-2 easily digestible paragraphs. Wacky illustrations add humor and personality to the text.
Reviewed by Margaret Ballard
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