Curious minds want to know! What’s all the fuss about these germs we can’t even see? Here are just a couple of books to help bring some factual information (and a little humor too) to the conversation about what’s at the root of a contagious virus: microbes.
The Bacteria Book: The Big World of Really Tiny Microbes by Steve Mould
This book includes tons of fun facts along with real-life photos and funny illustrations, which will provide hours of informative reading enjoyment. Want to know about microbes? Check. Cells and bacteria? Check. Check. What is a virus? Check. How to fight a virus? Check. Fungi, algae, and so much more? Absolutely! With a table of contents, glossary, and full index at the back, this book may be a dream come true for your budding future microbiologist! (Ages 7-10)
Do Not Lick This Book by Idan Ben-Barak and Julian Frost
Who would’ve thought that a book full of germs could be so fun? This interactive book combines real microscope photos with cartoon illustrations to explain how microbes are found everywhere. Get an up-close look at some of the places microbes live, as you move “Min the microbe” from one location to the next.
Keep your eyes peeled for the wit that will engage kids of all ages, including my favorite little bit of humor (that I actually missed the first time I read the book). Much like Min, it’s so small on the back cover that you might miss it too. (Ages 4-8)
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