By Ben Martynoga (author) , Moose Allain (illustrator) Part of the Explodapedia series
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Your definitive guide to what makes you, you!
The Gene clearly and accessibly explains the code that all life uses to make more of their species - and how mutations make every single one of us individual and unique!
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Extraordinary discoveries explained in a way everyone can understand . . . Easy to read for anyone curious about science - Sir Paul Nurse, Nobel Prize winning scientist
Praise for The Cell;
A totally fascinating book, brimming with amazing scientific knowledge and fab illustrations. I had no idea cells were so interesting (or funny)! - Greg Jenner,
The perfect balance between charm, quirkiness and wonder. These books are for kids and adults alike - Siddhartha Mukherjee, Pulitzer Prize Winner
[These books] should lead their readers willingly to the wonders of the biological world - Professor Richard Fortey
Accessible and funny [...] a clever way to introduce young readers to some very complicated ideas that underpin [...] the basis of our understanding of all life today - Prof Venki Ramakrishnan (President of the Royal Society)
I am a huge fan of the potential of narrative nonfiction, supported by solid science to inspire children's engagement and understanding of the natural world. The scientific detail and narrative approach of Explodapedia is an exciting new series in this field. - Catherine Barr
Praise for The Virus;
Fascinating . . . I can't think of a more interesting or relevant book for our times - LoveReading4Kids
A riveting read for young readers and adults alike - The Letter Press Project
Mixing hard scientific fact, stories and humour - British Journal of General Practice
Dr Ben Martynoga is a neuroscientist and science writer. After more than a decade at the forefront of brain research, he swapped his white coat for a pen. He has written on everything from the history of biology through to the latest technological innovations, running, stress and creativity. Always working to open up the hard science and find a compelling angle, he publishes books, chapters, blogs, videos and podcasts. His work appears in the Guardian, New Statesman, the i newspaper, the Financial Times and beyond. He lives, works, wanders and wonders in the Lake District.
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Your definitive guide to what makes you, you! The Gene clearly and accessibly explains the code that all life uses to make more of their species - and how mutations make every single one of us individual and unique!
The LoveReading4Kids Editorial Team have read and reviewed Explodapedia: The Gene and determined it is suitable for children aged 11-14 years old
Explodapedia: The Gene features in the following genres: Featured Books for 13+ readers, Recommendations, Science, Children’s / Teenage: General interest, Children’s, Teenage and Educational, Featured Books for 11+ readers
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Explodapedia: The Gene was written by Ben Martynoga and published by David Fickling Books
Explodapedia: The Gene has 160 pages
Yes it is part of Explodapedia series
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