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The Bacteria Book: The Big World of Really Tiny Microbes (The Science Book Series) Hardcover – May 15, 2018

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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.
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    4 - 8 years, from customers
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    72 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Grade level
    2 - 4
  5. Lexile measure
    860L
  6. Dimensions
    8.88 x 0.45 x 11.19 inches
  7. Publisher
    DK Children
  8. Publication date
    May 15, 2018
  9. ISBN-10
    146547028X
  10. ISBN-13
    978-1465470287
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In an overview of "peculiar, pulsating creatures" that are too small to be seen with the naked eye, the appropriately named Mould keeps his eye on the ick factor as he dishes out basic facts about the viruses, bacteria, fungi, protozoa, archaea, and "micro animals" with which we share the planet. He also describes how diseases are caught and spread, explains how our immune system works, and, backed by a closing timeline, covers the development of microbiology and antibiotics.... Memorable insights into the invisible world. (glossary, index) (Nonfiction. 7-10) —Kirkus Reviews

“While Mould definitely promotes the yuck factor, he moderates it with humor...Just watch the grubby fingers reach for this one.” —Booklist 

"The Bacteria Book is an expert blend of visual and written information. There are lots of great attention-grabbing photos, with short blocks of text, and sidebars filled with arresting facts...Like all the best non-fiction books, it informs, entertains, and astounds. Highly recommended" —GeekDad.com

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Steve Mould is a science expert and comedian with a physics degree from the University of Oxford. He has a YouTube channel with over 200,000 subscribers, and his videos regularly achieve hits in the hundreds of thousands. One of these videos (about "self-siphoning beads") went viral worldwide, gaining nearly 2 million hits and being mentioned in The New York Times and on the BBC. Scientists later discovered why the beads performed in the mysterious way they did and dubbed it "The Mould Effect." Steve also hosts a radio show on BBC Radio 4 and is part of the live comedy/science trio Festival of the Spoken Nerd. His first book for kids, How to Be a Scientist, is a 2018 ILA-CBC Children's Choices Reading List selection.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ DK Children; Illustrated edition (May 15, 2018)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 72 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 146547028X
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1465470287
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 4 - 8 years, from customers
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ 860L
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ 2 - 4
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.25 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.88 x 0.45 x 11.19 inches
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4.8 out of 5 stars
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Visually fun book. Highly recommend.
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Visually fun book. Highly recommend.
Awesome book. Lots of colors and very visually stimulating. It a good book to introduce cells, bacteria, & virus and how it effects the body. It does not go into depth at all. I must stress that. It’s better to use this book as a fun supplement. The only reason it didn’t get a 5 star was because I wish that the book had more pages & material. But worry the buy for sure! I highly recommend.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing science book for elementary students!
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This book was ordered to compliment a STEM project for 2nd graders studying bacteria and viruses. This 8 1/2" x 11" hardcover book is ideal for classroom circle reading. The graphics are bold with high definition illustrations that bring the subject matter "to life" in an easy to digest manner. The book sections carry the learning from a macro perspective down to a micro view. Imagine students having a single grain of rice and learning that something so small represents what billions of bacteria would look like. The 72-page book offers extensive learning sections including a glossary with pronunciation key and detail index. Highly recommend this publication for classroom use.
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Mary L.
5.0 out of 5 stars Microbes
Reviewed in the United States on May 25, 2023
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Love the visuals, short text, and all the details!! My students enjoy picking this book up over and over again.
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Alyssa
5.0 out of 5 stars Stunning Images, Consequential Microbes
Reviewed in the United States on February 10, 2021
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A peak into the most mysterious and yet most consequential world.

It seems great for any age as long as they have the interest. This is my 3 year old's new favorite book (he's become very interested in germs in the covid-19 era). As I read it to him, and he proclaims, "This is a great book!"

It's not simplistic either. I imagine it's written for much older kids, maybe middle school age.

My parents and I learned a lot from this book, and we're science minded though physics is our normal focus.

There are stunning real images of microbes, great brief explanations, full of applications which touch our daily lives, and a few cartoon drawings of microbes to bring humor and character to the viruses. It's a perfect resource for a budding microbiologist!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Need an answer to " What bugs you"?
Reviewed in the United States on April 24, 2024
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Granddaughter became interested in microbes that cause diseases. My daughter, a teacher, recommended this book as a birthday gift ! It was a big hit !
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Angel Jimenez
5.0 out of 5 stars Very good book
Reviewed in the United States on February 23, 2024
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My boys loved that book
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michael alvarado
4.0 out of 5 stars Visually fun book. Highly recommend.
Reviewed in the United States on September 18, 2020
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Awesome book. Lots of colors and very visually stimulating. It a good book to introduce cells, bacteria, & virus and how it effects the body. It does not go into depth at all. I must stress that. It’s better to use this book as a fun supplement. The only reason it didn’t get a 5 star was because I wish that the book had more pages & material. But worry the buy for sure! I highly recommend.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Visually fun book. Highly recommend.
Reviewed in the United States on September 18, 2020
Awesome book. Lots of colors and very visually stimulating. It a good book to introduce cells, bacteria, & virus and how it effects the body. It does not go into depth at all. I must stress that. It’s better to use this book as a fun supplement. The only reason it didn’t get a 5 star was because I wish that the book had more pages & material. But worry the buy for sure! I highly recommend.
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Lynn Shea
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent intro to Microbiology for kids.
Reviewed in the United States on March 28, 2021
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I read this book aloud 3 times on Christmas Day to two 5 year olds. I was very surprised that this book held their attention on a day when there were many other exciting distractions. The next day the kids explained their new knowledge to others and asked more questions; we kept going back to the book all week. In the last 4 months we have expanded their knowledge base by exploring other related topics (Jenner, Pasteur, etc). This book is a good way to launch interest in microbiology.
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Karla
5.0 out of 5 stars Well written for kids who want to know
Reviewed in the United States on May 23, 2022
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I bought this to read with my 5 year old grand daughter who has lots of questions about "good germs & bad germs" including what they really look like. Good microscopic photos and factual information. Also included good info on Viruses, Algae, Fungi, Protists, disease transmission.
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Heather
5.0 out of 5 stars Really great
Reviewed in Canada on April 1, 2023
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Packed full of interesting facts, my son liked the part about zombie ants.
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Dr. Amitkumar Hatunje
5.0 out of 5 stars Great. A DK presentation.
Reviewed in India on November 2, 2023
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Nobody can simplify this thing
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A must for science beginners.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great. A DK presentation.
Reviewed in India on November 2, 2023
Nobody can simplify this thing
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A must for science beginners.
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R. Emerson
5.0 out of 5 stars Accessible and Interesting
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 6, 2023
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My young child has a fascination with bacteria, so this was ideal. It's written in a really accessible way with lots of clear and fun illustrations. I've enjoyed reading it too, and must confess I've learned a lot.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Didactico
Reviewed in Spain on February 6, 2021
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A mi hijo de 6 años le ha gustado y ayudado a entender mas sobre la materia
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Travis Brown
5.0 out of 5 stars Great quality
Reviewed in Australia on September 30, 2023
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As described, great quality product. Would recommend.
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