By Isabel Thomas (author) , Ana Seixas, Geraldine Sy (illustrator) Part of the Very Short Introductions for Curious Young Minds series
"This bright, accessible introduction to the secret world of germs will inform and inspire science-curious minds"
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Part of the Very Short Introductions for Curious Young Minds series, The Invisible World of Germs delivers fascinating information in engaging style. Kicking off with a clear explanation of what germs are, and an intriguing history, colourful cartoons introduce us to the different types of germ - bacteria, fungi, protists and viruses. At every stage, readers are armed with terminology through “Speak like a Scientist” features as we discover how germs are transmitted, our natural defences, and the future of germs.
Like all the books in the series, The Invisible World of Germs was written in consultation with an expert in the field, and presented in a cute, colourful, compact format that makes exploring the subject a rewarding breeze, with plenty of easy-to-digest infographics, photographs and fun dialogue boxes.
This title is part of the important new series from Oxford which provides accessible introductions to the ideas, facts, and vocabulary behind an absorbing range of subjects. Meticulously researched and authoritative but written in simple language by experts in their fields, curious young readers will quickly get to grips with the basic principles and terminology of each subject.
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The Invisible World of Germs introduces, in a clear and interesting way, early theories about diseases and how they spread, what bacteria, fungi, protists and viruses are and how they behave. It also explores our natural defences and how we protect ourselves from the ever-changing threat of infection.
The engaging design highlights the Heroes of the subject from early beginnings to modern day and explains tricky terminology in 'Speak like a Scientist' features. Comic strips and illustrations, amazing photographs, and a timeline, glossary and index, all make this handy-sized book the perfect way to learn.
If you love this title, why not collect them all?
The Invisible World of Germs is part of a collectible set which will build into a diverse range of subjects.
• Researched and written by experts in their field.
• Each title is an authoritative but accessible introduction to a big topic.
• Informed by OUP’s expertise in the way children use and relate to language.
• Each book uses clear explanations and age-appropriate vocabulary to help young learners grasp the basic principles of complex ideas.
Isabel Thomas is an award-winning science writer and children’s author. She has written more than 180 science books about science and nature for young audiences. Isabel has been shortlisted for the Royal Society Young People’s Book Prize and the Blue Peter Book Awards and won the AAAS Subaru Prize for Excellence in Science Books 2020.
When she's not writing, you'll find her experimenting, inventing, drawing, exploring and wearing out her library card.
Isabel read Human Sciences at Oxford University, before working in journalism and children's publishing. She lives in Cambridge, where she's zookeeper to three young sons and a primary school governor.
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The LoveReading4Kids Editorial Team have read and reviewed The Invisible World of Germs and determined it is suitable for children aged 9-12 years old
The Invisible World of Germs features in the following genres: Featured Books for 11+ readers, Recommendations, Science, Children’s / Teenage: General interest, Children’s, Teenage and Educational, Featured Books for 9+ readers
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The Invisible World of Germs was written by Isabel Thomas and published by Oxford University Press
The Invisible World of Germs has 96 pages
Yes it is part of Very Short Introductions for Curious Young Minds series
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