"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"--

Bacteria are unicellular organisms found in nearly every corner of the globe. Some can be found in the most extreme places where no human could ever survive while others are vital for keeping the human body working. Unfortunately, even good bacteria can make a person sick.

Provides information about germs, explaining how and why people get sick and how the body defends itself against bacteria and viruses, and including stories of germ encounters throughout history, as well as a selection of experiments.

Many people know the dangers of coming in contact with different types of bacteria, but what they may not be familiar with are the good types of bacteria. This accessible text explains the various types of good and bad bacteria and their value to different ecosystems. Readers will deepen their understanding of these organisms after seeing what they look like under a microscope.

"Describes microscopic organisms that can cause illness and disease, including bacteria, viruses, protozoa, and fungi"-- Provided by publisher.

"Microbes are everywhere! They live on and under the ground. They live in all kinds of water on Earth, even around the hottest deep-sea vents. They even live on and inside your body! Since the advent of powerful microscopes, scientists have been studying our world's smallest denizens. Many people get scared just hearing the words 'bacteria,' 'fungus,' and 'virus' because of the diseases they cause. However, scientists have discovered many beneficial...

"Cara and Jon Florance break down how and why we get sick with the help of merry microbes and big-eyed bacteria. This book helps kids see bacteria as an important part of their bodies rather than being something negative. It turns getting sick from something scary into an engaging learning experience. Kids will love following along on the adventures of bacteria and antibiotics, all the while creating a love for science they will carry for a lifetime!"--...

"Eww! Hands-on gross experiments are sure to make learning fun. Explore science that will make you cringe with four sensory science experiments."--

"This hilarious, thoroughly researched book explains exactly how the microorganisms we know as germs are responsible for so much grossness. Kids will learn all about what germs (a general term for four specific microorganisms) actually are, how we get sick, how the human immune system works, and the best ways to stay healthy. Humans have gone from not knowing germs existed to using them to help lessen the effects of climate change. As readers delve...