The DNA Book
Discover what makes you you
Published on 7. May 2020
72 pages
978-0-241-46600-1 (ISBN)
Description
It's inside every living plant and animal, from the tiniest seed to the person standing next to you, but how much do you know about DNA?
From why we have different coloured eyes to why we age, this book gives children an in-depth look at DNA and its role in all living things. Discover what DNA is, what it does, and how it shapes our lives, including inheritance and why we look like our parents; forensic science and how DNA evidence helps catch criminals; and how genetic engineering could theoretically bring dinosaurs back to life. With fun illustrated characters, clear diagrams, and fascinating photographs, children will love learning about themselves and this all-important molecule.
The DNA Book is packed with colourful illustrations and mind-boggling facts, a great addition to any STEAM library. Perfect for curious young minds, this is an ideal introduction to the amazing science of genetics, and what makes you you.
From why we have different coloured eyes to why we age, this book gives children an in-depth look at DNA and its role in all living things. Discover what DNA is, what it does, and how it shapes our lives, including inheritance and why we look like our parents; forensic science and how DNA evidence helps catch criminals; and how genetic engineering could theoretically bring dinosaurs back to life. With fun illustrated characters, clear diagrams, and fascinating photographs, children will love learning about themselves and this all-important molecule.
The DNA Book is packed with colourful illustrations and mind-boggling facts, a great addition to any STEAM library. Perfect for curious young minds, this is an ideal introduction to the amazing science of genetics, and what makes you you.
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Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Dorling Kindersley Ltd
Target group
Children/juvenile
Interest Age: From 7 to 9 years
Product notice
Fixed format
File size
28,96 MB
ISBN-13
978-0-241-46600-1 (9780241466001)
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Professor Alison Woollard is a biochemistry lecturer at the University of Oxford, UK. Her scientific research focuses on the genetics of the worm Caenorhabditis elegans. In 2013, she presented the prestigious Royal Institution Christmas Lectures.
Dr Sophie Gilbert is a geneticist who has also studied the worm Caenorhabditis elegans. She trained with Alison Woollard at the University of Oxford, finishing her Phd in 2016.
Dr Sophie Gilbert is a geneticist who has also studied the worm Caenorhabditis elegans. She trained with Alison Woollard at the University of Oxford, finishing her Phd in 2016.
