Wonderful World of the Small
A First Book of Microbiology
Published on 24. January 2022
Book
Hardback
32 pages
978-1-9196129-1-1 (ISBN)
Description
WHOOSH! and you're there ... in a secret place full of incredible tiny creatures living extraordinary lives.
Meet Bertie Bacterium and his amazing microscopic motor. Discover Silvia Slime Mould and her stupefying, shape-shifting magic.
This award-winning first book of microbiology takes children on a fun learning journey down the microscope lens to find ten zany microbial characters and their friends. Gently presenting some types of microorganism and related concepts, it provides a playful introduction to the fascinating hidden kingdom around us.
Perfect for curious kids and budding scientists everywhere!
** Learn about bacteria, algae, yeast, archaea, nematodes, viruses, amoebae, fungi, paramecia, slime moulds and more **
** Reading age approximately 5-8 years **
** GOLD MEDAL WINNER for best non-fiction picture book, Moonbeam Children's Book Awards 2023 **
Meet Bertie Bacterium and his amazing microscopic motor. Discover Silvia Slime Mould and her stupefying, shape-shifting magic.
This award-winning first book of microbiology takes children on a fun learning journey down the microscope lens to find ten zany microbial characters and their friends. Gently presenting some types of microorganism and related concepts, it provides a playful introduction to the fascinating hidden kingdom around us.
Perfect for curious kids and budding scientists everywhere!
** Learn about bacteria, algae, yeast, archaea, nematodes, viruses, amoebae, fungi, paramecia, slime moulds and more **
** Reading age approximately 5-8 years **
** GOLD MEDAL WINNER for best non-fiction picture book, Moonbeam Children's Book Awards 2023 **
Reviews / Votes
'A heart-warming and educational picture book to get kids curious about the microscopic lives that inhabit our world.' - Small Things Considered, American Society for Microbiology'A book that can be read at multiple levels, it will appeal to both adults and younger readers. Expanding the recognition of microbes beyond the ubiquitous concept of germs is very welcome.' - The English Association
'A fascinating insight into the microscopic world told in an accessible way. A FINALIST and highly recommended!' - The Wishing Shelf Book Awards
'Fun, easy to read book which teaches children about the hidden microscopic world. Very informative and great art work.' - Chloe Fitzpatrick, BioArtist
'A playful and engaging introduction into a world brimming with life. It's a perfect gift for budding scientists and children interested in the world around them.' - The Bear & the Fox, Family Lifestyle Blog
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
United Kingdom
Target group
Children/juvenile
Primary & secondary/elementary & high school
Dimensions
Height: 216 mm
Width: 216 mm
Thickness: 9 mm
Weight
337 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-9196129-1-1 (9781919612911)
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Persons
Lindsey has a degree in microbiology and a doctorate in fungal genetics. She has worked as a research scientist in labs at the James Hutton Institute, the Auckland Cancer Society Research Centre, and the Universities of Dundee and St Andrews, studying an eclectic variety of microorganisms from plant parasitic nematodes to human papillomavirus. Now a writer and scientific editor, she is passionate about sharing her love of microbiology with the next generation.