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When nine‑year‑old Allen receives a school assignment in science, he chooses a bold and unconventional topic: human photosynthesis. Despite the disapproval of his parents and a formidable science teacher, Allen charts his own course, mixing curiosity with humor. His experiment becomes a lively exploration of biology that sparks both laughter and learning for kids in grades four to six.
First publish date: 1984
Genre: Humorous Fiction/Comedy Fiction
Authors: John Reynolds Gardiner
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