Grossology is a term invented by American author/illustrator team Sylvia Branzei and Jack Keely to describe the science of really gross things. This book explains the hows and whys of life's more disgusting facts - such as why our feet smell, why breaking wind is necessary and what useful function snot performs. Whether it is slimy, mushy, crusty, scaly or stinky, a grossologist finds out lots of disgusting things about people's bodies.

A classic of modern gross scholarship.

Amusingly illustrated book explains the scientific facts of microorganisms in the home.

For use in schools and libraries only. Provides readers with an informative guide to a diverse array of unpleasant bodily functions and happenings, such as constipation, knuckle-cracking, and warts, through simple but scientific text.

Instructions for a variety of simple experiments that illustrate some of the more disgusting aspects of human physiology. Also includes related activities and experiments. It's the perfect recipe! Sylvia Branzei's wildly disgusting scientific facts and Jack Keely's zany, totally gross art come together in the latest reissue for the best-selling Grossology series. In the spirit of stealth learning, the kid-friendly grossness of Hands-On Grossology invites teachers and kids to enjoy and learn science from a wide range of really gross experiments. Budding grossologists will be able to get their hands dirty on over 40 projects like: Pee pee capacity; The peristalsis Pinch; Homemade deodorant; Fake snot; The Spit-O-Matic. Hands-On Grossology is perfect for the grossologists ages 8 and up.

For the rebel in every girl's heart, this series presents the achievements of extraordinary, relevant, and inspiring women throughout history. Through quotes, narratives, photographs, illustrations, and fact-filled side-bars, each book tells the story of twelve bold and courageous women. The Wild West and the rodeo are not the only places where the cowgirl spirit can be found. From the sharpshooting Annie Oakley to the legendary Calamity Jane, these female cowgirls came from all walks of life, but share an irrepressible spirit and dedication to pushing the boundaries. Featured cowgirls include Georgie Sicking (cowboy poet), Charley Parkhurst (stagecoach driver), Tillie Baldwin (rodeo cowgirl), Tad Lucas (rodeo's First Lady), Lucille Mulhall (steer roper), Charmayne James (barrel racer), Lillian Riggs (rancher), Sally Skull (horse trader), Johanna July (horse tamer), and Mary Fields (pioneer and mail driver).

Everybody gets itchy, and every kid will love this title that scratches the itch to know more and about the history, anatomy, botany, biology behind it. Perfect for fans of Grossology books looking for something more substantive and dynamic. You can feel it coming on—that terrible, tortuous ITCH. As irritating as an itch is, it is also your body’s way of sending you a message you can’t miss, like you’ve brushed up against poison ivy or lice have taken up residence in your hair. None of which you’d know without that telltale itch! And there are so many things that make us itch—from fungus to fleas, mosquitoes to nettles, poison ivy to tarantulas! Combining history, anatomy, laugh-out-loud illustrations, and even tips to avoid—and soothe—the itch, Anita Sanchez and Gilbert Ford take readers on an intriguing (and sometimes disgusting) look into what makes you scratch.