Have you ever seen a germ up close? Really, really close? Award-winning science writer Sara Levine introduces readers to a variety of viruses, bacteria, protozoa, and fungi that can make people sick—including SARS-CoV-2, E. coli, and ringworm. Micrographs and illustrations show extremely close-up views of the germs that are at once incredible and a little gross. The book concludes with tips for staying healthy as well as information about the immune system, vaccines, and medicines. It gives readers accessible, up-to-date scientific information presented in a way that emphasizes curiosity rather than fear.

"Have you ever seen a germ up close? Really, really up close? Micrographs and illustrations combine with accessible text to introduce readers to viruses, bacteria, protozoa, and fungi-including COVID-19-that can make people sick"--

In this fun, fact-packed science book for kids, young readers will discover the bacteria, viruses, and other germs and microbes that keep our bodies and our world running, as well as how and when they can be harmful and the precautions we can take to prevent them from becoming so. Meet a glowing squid, traveling fungus spores, and much more. The Bacteria Book walks the line between "ew, gross!" and "oh, cool!," exploring why we need bacteria and introducing readers to its microbial mates—viruses, fungi, algae, archaea, and protozoa. The Bacteria Book is a fun and informative introduction to a STEM subject that brings kids up-close to the big world of tiny science. With remarkable photography, kooky character illustrations, and lots of fun facts, this book uses real-life examples of microbiology in action to show how tiny microbes affect us in big ways.

Pox, a young germ on his first assignment, not only refuses to infect a girl with chicken pox, he also helps defend her from other germs and, for his heroism, is made Honorary Chief of the Immune System.

From highly respected microbiologist Ben-Barak and Frost, the creator of the YouTube sensation Dumb Ways to Die, comes an ingenious, interactive book about the germs that occupy real estate on all of our bodies. Full color.

A perfectly revolting introduction to germs! Kids get up close and personal with germs (ew!) in this entertaining, thoroughly researched exploration of the science and history of these tiny creatures. In gross detail, this book covers what germs are, how we get sick, how the immune system works and the best ways to stay healthy. There’s information on the deadliest past plagues and pandemics. And how germs may be helpful for cleaning the environment and solving crimes. Who knew creatures so small could have an influence so big?! With so much fascinating information, kids will become masters of microbes faster than you can say gesundheit!