Germy Science
The Sick Truth about Getting Sick (and Staying Healthy)
Published on 21. October 2021
Book
Hardback
48 pages
978-1-5253-0412-5 (ISBN)
Description
A perfectly revolting introduction to germs!Kids get up close and personal with germs (ew!) in this entertaining, thoroughly researched exploration of the science and history of these tiny creatures. In gross detail, this book covers what germs are, how we get sick, how the immune system works and the best ways to stay healthy. There's information on the deadliest past plagues and pandemics. And how germs may be helpful for cleaning the environment and solving crimes. Who knew creatures so small could have an influence so big?!With so much fascinating information, kids will become masters of microbes faster than you can say gesundheit!
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
West Toronto
Canada
Target group
Children/juvenile
Reading Age: From 8 to 12 years
Product notice
sewn/stitched
Cloth over boards
Illustrations
48 Illustrations
Dimensions
Height: 282 mm
Width: 220 mm
Thickness: 10 mm
Weight
476 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-5253-0412-5 (9781525304125)
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Persons
Edward Kay is an award-winning author and screenwriter for both children and adults. He lives in Toronto, Ontario.
Mike Shiell is an animation director who has worked on a number of award-winning children's shows. He is also one of the illustrators of the Jasper John Dooley series. He lives in Georgetown, Ontario.