From Nutcracker (1816) to poo, because variety is the spice of life.

Poo comes out of (almost) every living creature. Some of them feed it to their offspring, some use poo to pass messages on. Even princesses need to poo.

Davies's compact and clear overview about the importance of poo is both funny and informative. The topic can of course be disgusting (I wouldn't stick my finger in poo), but despite all the shame surrounding it, poo is an extremely important part of nature (doesn't help you forget the scene in Salò [1975], though). Funny little books like these can also inspire kids to be part of natural sciences or conservation work.

So, what can you learn from this? Among other things, you can learn that poo comes in all sizes and shapes. It helps you get rid of the waste in your body, baby koalas get vital microbs from it by eating it, it can signal the location of prey, and it can also function as building material.

And why were dung beetles important for Australian farmers? You find out, when you read Poo!

Poopoopoo. Poo is life.