Up Close

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.

Bacteria are amazing microorganisms. Their ability to move, multiply, and adapt make them some of the most fascinating subjects of biology. Readers take a look at these microscopic single-celled wonders and gain information about how they're able to survive in a variety of environments. Readers will be surprised to learn there are more bacteria in their body than human cells. Instructive photographs and diagrams accompany these facts and more.

Describes the physical characteristics of African elephants, and explains how these characteristics help elephants live in the climate they do.

Through Paul Davidson's powerful camera lens, see a fly the size of a man's shoe, the 30,000-odd lenses in a dragonfly's eyes, the hair on a bee's legs and much more.

Author Peter Dodson introduces young readers to pterosaurs. Although they are not dinosaurs, these flying reptiles lived fascinating lives millions of years ago. Readers will learn about Pterandodon, Pterodactylus, and many other pterosaurs. They'll get an up-close view into their lives and habits. This is a great resource for budding paleontologists.

Paleontologist Peter Dodson introduces young readers to Stegosaurus, a plated dinosaur. Full-color illustrations bring this dinosaur's world to the future, showing its head, legs, legs, and environment up close. A great book for beginning readers and anyone who loves dinosaurs.

"Discover how different animals use their tails to keep their balance, swim, and more"--