
Tardigrades
Nature's Toughest Survivors
Anne Morgan(Author)
CSIRO Publishing
Published on 1. October 2024
Book
Hardback
32 pages
978-1-4863-1605-2 (ISBN)
Description
Tardigrades are one of the toughest creatures in nature! These tiny little animals, nicknamed "moss piglets" or "water bears," have incredible survival superpowers. They've been found in astonishing places, from the top of a mountain to the bottom of an ocean. They've even survived a trip into space! Tardigrades: Nature's Toughest Survivors showcases these astounding little creatures and their remarkable ability to survive. Reading level varies from child to child, but we recommend this book for ages 6 to 9. Features:
- Explores the survival superpowers of tardigrades, which are remarkable microorganisms.
- Shows how one microscopic creature can be incredibly tough.
- Features engaging illustrations from Jennifer Falkner.
- From the award-winning author of the acclaimed picture book, The Way of the Weedy Seadragon (CSIRO Publishing, 2021).
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
Melbourne
Australia
Target group
Children/juvenile
Interest Age: From 5 years
Product notice
sewn/stitched
Cloth over boards
Dimensions
Height: 254 mm
Width: 254 mm
Thickness: 8 mm
Weight
363 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-4863-1605-2 (9781486316052)
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Other editions
Additional editions

E-Book
10/2024
1st Edition
CSIRO Publishing
€29.99
Available for download
Persons
Dr. Anne Therese Morgan began her working life as a teacher and is now a full-time writer. Her picture book The Way of the Weedy Seadragon was a CBCA Notable Book and shortlisted in the Wilderness Society's Environment Award for Children's Literature.